Things to do in Canberra this week (9 – 15 October)

Key points

• Canberra hosts a variety of events this week, including the Canberra Short Film Festival, the Canberra Writers Festival, and the final days of Floriade. The Colour Frenzy fun run, a dance performance, an Antarctic exhibition, and an action sports film tour are also on the schedule.
• The Sydney Kings will play the New Zealand Breakers at the AIS Arena, and a comedian will perform at the UC Hub.
• The events cater to diverse interests, from film and literature to sports and comedy.