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Contentious Character Winery, 156/45 Eastlake Parade, Kingston, Canberra (2026)

Name: Contentious Character Winery
Address: 156/45 Eastlake Parade, Kingston, Canberra, ACT, 2604, AU
Telephone: +61262383830
Price range: $$
Rating: 5

From our beginnings in the rolling hills of Wamboin, to our inner city digs, one thing has remained constant—our commitment to nuanced wines, good old-fashioned hospitality and experiences that win the hearts and minds of our beloved customers. Whether you come to us for a meal and a tasting, or our wines come to you—we’ll give you plenty to talk about. Come in bleary-eyed and we'll shock you awak

e with a hot brew on ONA Coffee beans and a fresh pastry from Three Mills Bakery. Roll in straight from a meeting for a delectable lunch, paired with a glass of our award-winning wine. Or, unwind into the night, with seasonal dining and a bar that's always open late. Open 7 days a week. Location: Building 4, 1 Dairy Road, Fyshwick, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory

Contact: +61 2 6238 3830

Email: [email protected]

Website: contentiouscharacter.com.au

19/06/2026

Kingston Foreshore, cool-climate wines, waterfront dining, Modern Australian-European share plates and Canberra's only Contentious Character Seafood Pie... now that's a combination worth getting a little contentious about.

A huge thank you to and the team at This Is Canberra for the feature, and to everyone who has dropped by, shared a bottle and helped make our new waterfront home feel so welcome.

Whether you're joining us for a long lunch, a sunset wine, date night or a catch-up with friends, we'd love to welcome you in and show you around our new waterfront home.

You'll find us at 156/45 Eastlake Parade, Kingston Foreshore ACT 2604, right next to Molto. Follow the waterfront, we'll take care of the rest.

Book your table: https://tinyurl.com/4f6erjre

03/06/2026

CONTENTIOUS CHARACTER URBAN WINERY IS NOW OPEN AT KINGSTON FORESHORE FROM THURSDAY 4 JUNE 2026.

Who said wineries belong in the countryside?

We've packed up from Dairy Road, brought the winery into the city, and opened the doors to our brand-new waterfront home in the former Cinnabar site, right next to Molto.

The wines are still as delicious as ever. The view, however, got a serious upgrade.

Whether you're joining us for a full à la carte lunch, a leisurely dinner, a guided wine tasting, or simply a glass by the water, we've got a seat waiting for you.

Expect modern European dining, award-winning cool-climate wines, waterfront views, and the kind of afternoon that starts with one glass and somehow ends with dessert.

Contentious Character Urban Winery
156/45 Eastlake Parade, Kingston ACT 2604

Open Thursday to Sunday
11am - 10pm

Full À La Carte Dining
Wine Tastings Available Thursday to Sunday

Come and see what happens when Canberra's urban winery moves to the Foreshore.

Bookings are now open, so secure your spot and experience our new waterfront home.

Book here: https://tinyurl.com/4f6erjre

Read more about our move from Dairy Road to Kingston Foreshore in HerCanberra:
https://hercanberra.com.au/food-drink/food-wine/contentious-character-winery-kingston-foreshore/

Contentious Character is opening an urban winery at the Kingston Foreshore. We have your first look at the space and the menu.

15/04/2026

VIVA LA VERDELHO!

Ciao amici, this weekend we’re joining the Little Italia Festival in Kingston and we’d love to see you there.

We’ll be pouring our full range of wines, from crisp whites to bold reds and everything in between, so you can sip your way through your favourites. Delizioso.

What’s flowing
• Our full wine lineup, taste your way through the range
• Winemaker’s mulled wine, rich, warm and seriously good
• Aperol Spritz, because it’s always spritz season

Where
• 21 Wentworth Avenue, Kingston ACT (Former Transport Depot)

When
• Saturday 18 April 2026
• 11:00am to 5:30pm

Grab your amici, bring your appetite, and come sip your way through Italy -Contentious Character style.

Salute!

08/04/2026

Good wine, good company, and just enough dancing to surprise yourself… sounds like a pretty great night, right?

We’re stepping just outside the cellar door and teaming up with Prestige Dance Company for something a little different, the Prestige Pop Up Party.

Because let’s be honest, the kids have had their turn. This one is for the adults.

Think a relaxed night of great wine, good music, and a dance floor that is open and welcoming, with zero pressure. Whether you are there for a sip, a swirl, or a spontaneous twirl, we have got you covered.

We will be bringing the wine. Prestige brings the vibe. You just need to show up.

Event details
• Date: Friday 10 April
• Time: 6.30pm to 8.30pm
• Location: 3A 1 Beaconsfield Street, Fyshwick ACT
• Ticket: $20 per person

What is included
• Complimentary glass on arrival
• Additional wines available for purchase
• Light refreshments provided

No experience required, no expectations, just a genuinely fun night out. Swing by after work and ease into your evening with us.

Tickets are available now via the link: https://tinyurl.com/fa2vzuz7

Come for the wine, stay for the dance floor, and leave wondering why you do not do this more often.

Address

156/45 Eastlake Parade, Kingston
Canberra, ACT
2604

Opening Hours

Thursday	11am - 10pm
Friday	11am - 10pm
Saturday	11am - 10pm
Sunday	11am - 10pm

Telephone

+61262383830

Website

http://contentiouscharacter.com.au/

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