This Week in Gungahlin: What's Happening Locally
Your weekly guide to the best of Gungahlin's community, events and local spots.
Community26 June 2026
News
Latest news from Canberra.
This Week in Belconnen: Growth, Community, and What Matters Most
As development plans reshape the town centre, locals gather in favourite spots to discuss the suburb's future.
Community26 June 2026
Cricket ACT launches Brad Haddin Shield to strengthen junior pathways
A major new junior competition signals Cricket ACT's commitment to independent player development after narrowly avoiding a merger with interstate rivals.
Community26 June 2026
Canberra property market softening creates first-home buyer opening
House and unit prices are forecast to slide up to 4 per cent next financial year, creating a rare window for first-time buyers to enter the market at reduced entry points.
Finance26 June 2026
Fricken restaurant relocates from Braddon with expanded menu
The popular eatery's move marks another shift in Braddon's dining landscape as venues recalibrate their footprints and offerings in response to changing customer patterns.
Business26 June 2026
Unemployment drops, tightening labour market keeps rate hike risk elevated
An extra 40,000 jobs added to Australia's economy in May signals a resilient labour market that may keep the Reserve Bank focused on managing inflation through interest rates.
Finance26 June 2026
Road closure fees to push up building costs and housing prices, builders warn
New ACT regulations on temporary road access during construction could add thousands of dollars to building projects and inflate new home prices across the territory.
Business26 June 2026
City West development pivots from hotel to student accommodation as market shifts
A major mixed-use project is being reoriented to student housing, reflecting broader market pressures on hospitality investment and changing demand dynamics in central Canberra.
Business26 June 2026
ACT Fire and Rescue facing $8 million annual overtime bill due to understaffing
Mounting pressures on the service reveal a sustainability challenge that will require either workforce expansion or structural reform to maintain round-the-clock coverage without exhausting staff.
Federal26 June 2026
Lake Tuggeranong gets $2.7 million water quality overhaul
The ACT Government's initial funding injection signals the start of a decade-long battle against algal blooms that threaten recreation and property values across the region.
Federal26 June 2026
Winter in the Woods brings new festival season to National Arboretum
The National Arboretum will host its inaugural winter festival, expanding the city's year-round events calendar and offering a fresh draw for both locals and visitors during the quieter months.
Community26 June 2026
Qatar Airways returns to Canberra for direct international links
The airline's December resumption of flights marks a critical reconnection for the capital's tourism and business traveller base after more than two years without direct Middle Eastern access.
Business26 June 2026
Belconnen Town Centre auction raises tensions over growth versus amenity
Community concerns mount as three high-density land parcels head to market, fuelling debate about whether development targets are outpacing livability.
Community26 June 2026
City workers back industrial action as pay negotiations stall
Canberra's public sector workforce moves closer to strikes after stalled negotiations, threatening city services.
Community26 June 2026
Canberra Stamp Duty: Save Thousands vs Sydney & Melbourne
ACT stamp duty concessions help Canberra first home buyers save tens of thousands compared to NSW and Victoria. See exact costs for $500k properties.
Property26 June 2026
Schools and Education in Canberra: Universities, Schools and Training
A general explainer on how the ACT's universities, vocational providers and school systems fit together, and how families and students find their way through them.
Community26 June 2026
Healthcare in Canberra: Hospitals, Services and Where to Go
A practical, general guide to Canberra's public and private hospitals, primary care, emergency options and the role of health care as a major local employer.
Community26 June 2026
Canberra's Property and Housing Market: Prices, Rents and What Drives Them
A plain-language guide to how the ACT's housing and rental market works, what shapes demand and supply, and where the affordability pressures sit.
Business26 June 2026