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Market rises on creative revolution CANBERRA’S creative clique is the inspiration behind a new twilight market, collaborating local fashion designers and musicians in NewActon, writes LAURA EDWARDS
WHEN Tegan McAuley returned to Canberra in 2009 after spending five years studying in Brisbane, she was shocked. “I couldn’t believe how much it had changed since I was last there, and how much it had evolved culturally as a city,” Tegan says. “It wasn’t long before I discovered a creative revolution bubbling at the heart of Canberra.” Tegan, a travelling exhibitions officer at the National Portrait Gallery, decided to tap into that creative revolution by launching a new indoor market, “Hustle & Scout”, combining a feast of Canberra’s most talented fashion designers in NewActon’s trendy Nishi foyer from September. “The idea to access innovative, handmade fashion had actually been brewing for a while, but really kicked off after Fashfest,” Tegan says. “I went there, had my mind blown by these amazing designers, but didn’t know where I could buy the clothes. So I thought, ‘well what next?’” The markets, which will run on a quarterly basis, will include stalls hired by local fashion designers selling handmade and vintage clothes and accessories, with all profits going towards the designers themselves. There will also be several live music
acts and a pop-up bar courtesy of Nishi’s new cafe, A. Baker. “I don’t want this to be just a market, I want it to be so much more – I want it to be a market with atmosphere and attitude,” says Tegan. “On the one hand, I want to give Canberrans more access to quality, one-of-a-kind fashion, particularly that of our local designers. “On the other hand, I want to support our homegrown designers by giving them the opportunity to connect with their buyers on a more personal level and build up a strong support base in Canberra.” Local designer Andie Meredith, who will be selling items from her selftitled label at the markets, says she “leapt” at the chance to get involved. “I think the way it’s going to be presented is very exciting, especially in a building like Nishi,” she says. “NewActon is a very creative, emerging precinct and to personally have a connection with my customers and get their feedback, is a very special thing.”
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Racing charity lunch “BUBBLES and Black Caviar” is the theme of the 17th Women in Racing Spring Racing Charity Luncheon, in aid of the Cerebral Palsy Alliance ACT, at the Hellenic Club, Phillip, from 11.30am, on Friday, August 23. The colour theme for the day will be salmon pink and black to reflect Black Caviar’s racing colours, and VIP guests will include three of the famous horse’s connections who will join the panel of guest speakers. Bookings and enquiries to 0411 046347.
Founders’ Ball THE Monaro Folk Society is holding dance classes at St Margaret’s Uniting Church Hall, cnr of Antill Street and Phillip Avenue, Hackett on August 13 and 27 in preparation for its Founders’ Ball at Albert Hall on September 7. The ball, a Centenary of Canberra event , will celebrate the music and dance from the 1910s and 1920s with music by Bob McInnes and the Stringfiddle Big Band. Dance lessons are $6 and the ball tickets are $60. More information from foundersball@ hotmail.com and bookings to mfs.org.au
Charity queen’s ball
Hustle & Scout, September 21, 4pm9pm, in the Nishi Foyer, NewActon. Entry is free. For designers wanting to hire a stall, visit hustleandscout.com.au. “Hustle & Scout” founder Tegan McAuley (right) with local designer Andie Meredith... Photo by Brent McDonald Applications to trade close August 11.
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THE ACT Filipino-Australian Social and Cultural Association is hosting a ball in support of Nicole Collins, pictured, who is representing the region in the Miss Philippines-Australia Beauty and Charity Queen Quest in Sydney, in October. It will be held at the Southern Cross Club, Woden on August 31. Tickets at $70 are available from 0438 217668 or 0405 089438.
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