The winter/spring 2026 edition of Eat Play Stay: Canberra and The Riverina has been released, offering a comprehensive 32-page guide to the best dining, activities, and accommodation across the capital and the Riverina region, including Wagga Wagga, Griffith, Junee, and Leeton.
Winter Wonderland at Corin Forest
The magazine features an interview with the team at Corin Forest, located just 45 minutes from central Canberra, where visitors can enjoy snow play, tobogganing, skiing, and snowboarding. Sam Hollier also explores why winter is ideal for stargazing, detailing what to look for in the night sky.
World-Class Attractions and Events
Highlights include Canberra's premier attractions such as the National Gallery of Australia, the Australian War Memorial, the National Zoo and Aquarium, and Cockington Green. Simon Walker examines how the capital transforms into a hub of fire, food, literature, and floral spectacles with events like Truffle Season, Winter in the City, and Floriade.
Indulgence and Dining
The guide profiles top chocolatiers in the area and offers tips on sampling their treats. Ruth Lewis explores the region's dating scene and reviews two new dining venues in Canberra. Beyond the capital, the Riverina boasts charming towns, acclaimed wineries, and culinary delights perfect for a winter road trip. Emily Gibbs takes readers to Gundagai for old-fashioned country hospitality, with recommendations on stops along the way.
Entertainment and Local Picks
Cathy Matthews reveals a packed calendar of events and festivals in the Riverina, while the magazine also highlights entertainment including performances by Casey Donovan and Vika and Linda in both Canberra and the Riverina. Local ACM staff share their personal recommendations on where to eat, play, and stay in their communities.
How to Get Your Copy
Free copies of Eat Play Stay: Canberra and The Riverina are available at local businesses, tourism hotspots, ACM newsrooms, and in the Goulburn Post, The Daily Advertiser (Wagga), The Area News (Griffith), and The Irrigator (Leeton) on Saturday, June 27, and in the Sunday Canberra Times on Sunday, June 28. The magazine can also be read online.
