The newest suburb of Belconnen, Lawson is situated on the eastern foreshore of Lake Ginninderra, just south of the former Naval Transmitting Station. Bordered by Ginninderra Drive, Lake Ginninderra and Baldwin Drive, Lawson is only minutes to the heart of Belconnen, Lake Ginninderra. The suburb derives its name from Henry Lawson, short story writer and poet. … Read more
Parkour is a training discipline using movement that developed from military obstacle course training. Practitioners aim to get from one point to another in a complex environment, without assistive equipment and in the fastest and most efficient way possible. Parkour includes running, climbing, swinging, vaulting, jumping, rolling, quadrupedal movement, and other movements as deemed most suitable for the situation. Parkour involves seeing one’s environment … Read more
At the time of its construction in 2017, Wayfarer was the tallest residential apartment building in Canberra, this ambitious 27-story development has set the standard for inner-city living in the nation’s capital. Rising an impressive 88m tall, Wayfarer’s gleaming façade gives way to sun-drenched apartments that come complete with a sky lounge, rooftop pool and … Read more
The Cameron Offices are a series of former government offices commissioned by the National Capital Development Commission and designed by John Andrews in the Brutalist structuralism style of architecture. The offices were constructed between 1970 and 1976 and partially demolished during 2007–08. The Cameron Offices are located on the corner of Chandler Street and Cameron Avenue, a short distance from Eastern Valley Way Inlet at … Read more
The newest Lane Way in Belconnen has opened up opposite Emu Valley Way Inlet near Lake Ginninderra. Graziers Lane part of the High Society Complex represents the heart of the “Urban” centre of the complex. Located beneath the towering buildings on all sides of Graziers Lane, the Urban space features the established No. 10 Restaurant … Read more
Built on the south west foreshore of Lake Ginninderra, Westfield Belconnen offers a number of amenities to Lake Visitors including parking and eateries. Westfield Belconnen is home to some of Australia’s most well-known retailers including Kmart, Target, Coles, Woolworths and ALDI and more than 250 specialty stores. In 2020, Westfield Belconnen completed a refurbishment of … Read more
Enjoy yoga, Pilates and barre classes alongside Lake Ginninderra. A number of studios offer the benefits of natural sunlight beaming through their studio’s glass windows from Lake Ginninderra’s scenic surrounds. Especially sunrise classes for those who like to start their morning off well. SOULution Yoga is positioned adjacent to Eastern Valley Way Inlet. Further west … Read more
The ultimate in inner city living is on offer in the heart of Belconnen Town Centre. The Altitude complex on Lake Ginninderra has beautiful views of the Lake and its stunning sunset vistas. The complex includes a 25m outdoor pool, communal gardens, BBQ and Picnic Area, as well as a well equipped community Gym. Residents … Read more
Just a short walk west of The Promenade on Lake Ginninderra is Josephson Street, with eateries including The Hungry Buddha, Taj Agra, and Kingsley’s Chicken. Josephson Street is connected to Lake Ginninderra via the Pedestrian Path and the Belconnen Bikeway running from Central Park and Lakeside Apartments. Totterdell Street residents have the best access to … Read more
Belconnen Oval is located on Eastern Valley Way (Emu Ridge) just opposite Linq Apartments and CSIAC at the intersection with College Street. The Oval is surrounded by mature Gum Trees providing a leafy bush feel. Getting to Eastern Valley Way Inlet on Lake Ginninderra is a very easy 15 minute (1km) walk down Eastern Valley … Read more