Canberra's Spider-Man drops in on parliament for Question Time
Local costumed character CBR Spidey visited ACT parliament, posed with MLAs, and left politicians amused.
CBR Spidey, a Canberra local in a Spider-Man costume, has become a minor celebrity since August with 3,900 Instagram followers. CBR Spidey appears at charity events, hospitals, and Raiders games, handing out joy and high-fives.
This week he made an unexpected visit to the ACT Legislative Assembly during Question Time. Several MLAs stopped to take pictures, and the Speaker had to remind members to put phones away.
Spidey said a friend's photo with the Chief Minister inspired the stunt. He told the outlet he hopes to brighten Canberra's nightlife and give people the same spark a Spider-Man photo gave him as a child.
- 3,900
- Instagram followers
- December 2025
- Started online
- August 2025
- Popularity milestone
- ACT Legislative Assembly
- Location
Why it mattersA local feel-good story that shows how community figures build connection and lift spirits in the capital.
AustraliaCanberra residents get a lighthearted local hero who bridges parliament and the community, bringing humour to an unlikely setting.
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