Andrew Barr has let it be known that at 9am this morning the first light tower is going up at Manuka Oval.
I eagerly await Canberra’s admission into the horrifically named Big Bash League on this basis.

Andrew Barr has let it be known that at 9am this morning the first light tower is going up at Manuka Oval.
I eagerly await Canberra’s admission into the horrifically named Big Bash League on this basis.
shirty_bear said :
Not before time … PM’s XI is all of six weeks away.
I heard an allegation that these lights were to be somehow temporary … surely this can’t be the case?
No they had to do some serious concrete foundations for the lights. There was a preference for retractable lighting, but for the cost and the timeframe its not possible. Of course i’m sure the Manuka Residents association or similar will complain.
Holden Caulfield said :
Well, we’re all temporary aren’t we?
A Canberra Comets (or whatever) BBL team would be very cool.
Hell yeah,
RiotACT should get a huge Pakistani marquee (or a corporate box)
Well, we’re all temporary aren’t we?
A Canberra Comets (or whatever) BBL team would be very cool.
Not before time … PM’s XI is all of six weeks away.
I heard an allegation that these lights were to be somehow temporary … surely this can’t be the case?
Yeah, I would have thought we could host a team in the BBL.
While you are there Mr Barr… get off your soapbox and make it happen
I am surprised to hear this and jeen to see the data. We have a bush property near Mt Fairy where we… View
You've got to laugh at the Liberals now arguing against some of the very things they demanded by… View
The signs of the gun and free speech bill passing are very poor, which is a shame. Albo’s made a… View
That is very similar to the way the old Commonwealth Tertiary Education Scholarship scheme worked. View
Here is an idea out of history. ACT government recruits trainee doctors at their undergraduate… View
I think it's fine to tip when the service warrants it. Which, these days, is very rarely. View
Not tip... taking this from the person who would receive the tip... I would get a wage but some… View
If you are in the US or some other country where it’s expected. Just do it. Here in Australia… View
DDCS LawyersCanberra’s leading relationship lawyers, specialising in family law, including divorce, as well as wills and estate planning.
Asset Construction HireLocally run construction hire company, providing clients with superior equipment.
Velocity ConveyancingEstablished in 1968, we are professional solicitors focusing on conveyancing.
William Cole FuneralsWe offer everything you need to celebrate and farewell your loved one.
Clarity Home LoansA passionate team of Canberrans helping other Canberrans secure their home loans. No frills, no commissions, no brainer.
Canberra Southern Cross ClubWe're proud to give you a place where friends and family can come together for good food and great entertainment.
Mark Sheppard Bathrooms and RenovationsCanberra’s leading renovator, specialising in residential renovation services.
Huglo SolarYour energy mate, providing straight forward solar and battery advice that saves you money, and reduces the impact on the environment.
Want the best Canberra news delivered daily? Every day we package the most popular Region Canberra stories and send them straight to your inbox. Sign-up now for trusted local news that will never be behind a paywall.