Lake Ginninderra is home to much wildlife, such as the Black Swan, Pelicans, Cockatoos, Moorhens, “Waterhens”, Cormorants, Magpies, Ducks, Ibis, Seagulls, Possums and the Rakali. There are also many species of Fish that live in the Lake. In the surrounding Parkland the Eastern Grey Kangaroo can be found. Within the Ginninderra Drive Reserve on the Northern Peninsula side of Lake … Read more
Bargang is a local first-nations word from the Ngunnawal language for “yellow box gum”. The Bargang Gum Forest on the Northern Peninsula of Lake Ginninderra features a number of the tall Eucalyptus species. These trees have rough, flaky or fibrous bark on part or all of the trunk, smooth greyish to yellowish bark above. The … Read more
Apartment and Complex Living around Lake Ginninderra has really taken off. The spectacular skyline of Lake Ginnidnerra and its Residential Apartments give the lake a very modern and sophisticated edge. Complexes range in service offerings that provide gyms, tennis courts, spas, saunas, restaurants and retail. No matter where you look in Lake Ginninderra, there is … Read more
The Restaurants around Lake Ginninderra are the hidden gem. There is plenty of variety from mid-range eateries, takeaways, pubs and fast food favourites. Indulge in No. 10 Restaurant + Bar for ingredients sourced from Canberra and the surrounding regions. Offering contemporary event and a la carte menus with a superb level of service, creating a … Read more
The Ginninderra Drive Spillway is located near the Ginninderra Creek Dam Wall on the north west edge of Lake Ginninderra and Diddams Close Park to its east. People are not allowed to enter the water as marked by the signage. The area (and its surrounds) is used for Water Sports including fishing. Lake Ginninderra was … Read more
Found all around Lake Ginninderra is a number of recreational Jetties, Bridges, Walkways and Pontoons for mooring, fishing, entering the water or watching the water pass by. Perch yourself on a Lake Ginninderra Jetty and watch the sunrise or the sunset each day. They are a perfect place to relax or bring a packed picnic. … Read more
Lake Ginninderra is an artificial lake located on the Ginninderra Creek in Belconnen. The lake has a surface area of 1.05 square kilometres (0.41 sq mi) and an average depth of 3.5 metres (11 ft). Surrounding the Lake’s edge is an abundance of Parkland with Wild Life, shady trees, grassy knolls and dirt tracks to explore when you feel adventurous. Perfect for walking the dog … Read more
The Belconnen Arts Centre (Belco Arts) is the cultural hub on Lake Ginninderra where patrons can enjoy regular performances, exhibitions and community events adjacent to the Emu Bank Lake Promenade and Eat Street precinct. For over ten years, Belco Arts have offered a diverse and engaged program of exhibitions, events, classes and workshops. In 2020, … Read more
John Knight Memorial Park is Lake Ginninderra’s largest Play Area positioned on 12 hectare square metres on the eastern foreshore and is accessible from Aikman Drive. The park is associated with the contemporary history of the National Capital and in particular with Belconnen. It was named after Senator John Knight (1943-1981) who, as Chairman of … Read more
The Eastern Foreshore of Lake Ginninderra joins John Knight Memorial Park to Ginninderra Bridge on the north east edge of the Lake. The Foreshore has BBQ and Picnic areas, the Ginninderra Pedestrian Path and some off-path tracks leading past Canberra Lake Estate. The Eastern Foreshore is the starting leg of the weekly Ginninderra Park Run, … Read more