AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY (ACT)

Canberra Civic Centre with modern architecture and surrounding public space, photographed in daylight. Credit: John, Wikimedia Commons: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Canberra_Civic_Centre-1.jpg

Canberra Central

At the heart of the ACT, this district features Parliament House, national galleries and museums, along with dining, entertainment and cultural events across Civic and the city surrounds.
View of Woden Valley from Red Hill. Credit: Nick-D, Wikimedia Commons: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Woden_Valley_viewed_from_Red_Hill_June_2013.jpg

Woden Valley

Located south of the city, this area is home to the Phillip business precinct, dining destinations and outdoor escapes including Mount Taylor Nature Reserve and nearby walking trails.
Lake Ginninderra in Canberra with calm water reflecting the sky, clouds, and surrounding trees, captured on a clear day. Credit: Brian Ireland, Wikimedia Commons: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:ACT064_Lake_Ginninderra,_Canberra_A.C.T_%2833101663890%29.jpg

Belconnen

Centred around Lake Ginninderra, this district includes the University of Canberra, AIS (Australian Institute of Sport) and John Knight Memorial Park, blending recreation, culture and education.
Echidna foraging on the ground in Mulligans Flat Nature Reserve, ACT. Credit: Wildlifecartoons, Wikimedia Commons: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Echidna,_Mulligans_Flat_Nature_Reserve,_ACT.jpg

Gungahlin

One of Canberra’s fastest-growing regions, Gungahlin offers family-friendly amenities, Yerrabi Pond recreation area and easy access to Mulligans Flat Nature Reserve for wildlife and walking trails.
Mount Stromlo Observatory visitor centre, Canberra. Credit: Bidgee, Wikimedia Commons: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Mount_Stromlo_Observatory_visitor_centre.jpg

Weston Creek

Set near Stromlo Forest Park, this area is known for outdoor recreation, cycling trails and proximity to Mount Stromlo Observatory and the Molonglo River corridor.
National Arboretum Canberra under a partly cloudy sky. Credit: Kgbo, Wikimedia Commons: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:National_Arboretum_Canberra_01.jpg

Molonglo Valley

Positioned between Weston Creek, Belconnen and Canberra Central, Molonglo Valley connects to the National Arboretum, Stromlo Forest Park and nearby reserves, offering nature trails and outdoor recreation.
Lake Tuggeranong in Canberra with still water reflecting clouds and surrounding hills, captured on a clear day. Credit: Cliffzart, Wikimedia Commons: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Lake_tuggeranong_reflection.jpg

Tuggeranong

In Canberra’s south, this district combines Lake Tuggeranong with cultural attractions and easy access to the Brindabella Ranges, offering both recreation and natural escapes.