Gungahlin Property Prices Rise With New Infrastructure
Gungahlin house prices reach $812k median as light rail and road upgrades drive buyer demand across Canberra's northern growth corridor.
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ACT Council votes to freeze rate rises for 12 months; Canberra households may save $180 this financial year
The Canberra City Council has locked in a zero per cent general rate increase through June 2027, affecting about 180,000 residential ratepayers across the territory.
The best wind-down routines backed by sleep science
Canberra locals are adopting evidence-based evening habits to counter disrupted rest in the capital's demanding work and study environment.
Dog-friendly parks that double as social fitness hubs
Canberra residents are using off-leash zones along Lake Burley Griffin and in Tuggeranong to combine daily dog exercise with group runs and strength sessions.
Five evidence-based techniques to reduce daily stress
Canberra residents can apply these proven methods amid rising local demand for practical mental health support.
Tracking State Legislature Bills: What Canberra’s New Transparency System Means for Residents
Canberra joins a growing number of jurisdictions with a public bill tracker, offering local residents greater insight into legislative progress and government decision-making.
Lenders Mortgage Insurance: When It Makes Sense to Pay It
First home buyers in Canberra are facing tough decisions when it comes to mortgage insurance, with the median house price sitting at $835,000
ACT Assembly Approves $147 Million Belconnen Bus Interchange Upgrade Plan
The legislation approved on 9 July 2026 directs $147 million from the 2026-27 ACT Budget Papers toward expanded bus lanes and shelter upgrades that will change route timings for northern suburbs residents from January 2027.
Canberra Council Launches Winter Group Fitness Classes at Six Leisure Centres
ACT Government leisure centres run affordable group fitness sessions at multiple Canberra sites with updated winter timetables.
Canberra's Sleep Crisis: Local Programs Combat Screen-Induced Insomnia
Canberrans face rising sleep disruption from screens and stress, with local programs offering practical fixes.
Buyer's agents reveal their auction day tactics
Canberra buyer's agents outline their methods for navigating auctions as clearance rates sit near 65 per cent across ACT suburbs.
Moncrieff the affordable suburb outperforming all its neighbours
Moncrieff posted the strongest median price growth in Gungahlin over the past year while keeping entry prices below the ACT average.
ACT Parliament's Jobs and Skills Bill targets public service pipeline as Canberra faces federal hiring freeze
New legislation overhauling vocational training and apprenticeships in the territory is expected to reshape how Canberra's workforce prepares for jobs in federal agencies and local services.
Investor Re-Entry Sparks Fierce Competition in Canberra's Property Market
As investors return to the market, buyers in suburbs like Gungahlin and Belconnen face increased competition for limited properties.
Where to Find the Best Parkrun Near You
Discover the most popular and scenic parkrun locations in Canberra, from Lake Burley Griffin to Tuggeranong
ACT Zoning Changes Drive Buyer Demand Toward Belconnen, Gungahlin
Fresh planning rules effective this month are steering public servant buyers toward certain Belconnen and Gungahlin streets while cooling interest elsewhere.
Canberra Startups Secure $87 Million in Fresh Funding Rounds
Fresh rounds at firms tied to the Australian National University and the Canberra Innovation Network show how national investment patterns are landing in the capital.
Canberra Residents Embrace AI: Smart Homes and Healthcare Transforms Daily Life
From smart home devices to AI-powered healthcare, the impact of artificial intelligence on daily life in Canberra is growing rapidly