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SPARK Regional Construction Program Enrolment Session 19 Feb 2019
The Ginninderry SPARK Training and Employment Initiative proudly supports training and employment opportunities for the local community. SPARK in partnership with Zac's Place, Yass Community Garden, TAFE NSW and the Southern Region Business Enterprise Centre are delivering another innovative accredited training program focusing on skills development, work experience and potential employment within the building and construction sector.
Making a world of difference
You know you’re doing something right when your work towards creating a sustainable community of international significance is attracting organisations from around the world, Australia and locally, wanting to learn more.
Exhibition: Escape into Nature
‘Escape into Nature’ is a series of illustrations depicting characters interacting with the natural world. Whether it be someone looking after a potted plant or someone out on a bushwalk.
Awarded for leading the way in Inclusion
Each year the Chief Minister's Inclusion Awards provide the opportunity to recognise and celebrate the outstanding work being done in our community to include and engage people with disability.
‘Girls in Property’ paves way for greater diversity in the ACT’s property sector
Property Council of Australia’s Girls in Property program launched today in Canberra. We had the privilege of hosting their panel right here at The Link, with some of our team members participating as speakers at this important event.
The power of induction cooking
Our team recently visited Alaine Chanter at Foodish Cooking School to see induction cooking in action. Here, well known chef David Wei from Mr Wei's Restaurant, shows us why professional chefs are choosing induction cooktops over other options.
Estate Development Plan (EDP2) Development Application now available for comment
The Development Application (DA) for EDP2 the development of Stage 2 in Strathnairn, Ginninderry’s first suburb, is now open and available for comment. A variety of documents detailing the design of the suburb are available for review until 9 January 2019.
SPARK Hospitality Pre-Employment Program 2018
Congratulations to the participants of the SPARK Hospitality Pre-Employment Program, who graduated today. Well done to all for your hard work and commitment. Here's a few snapshots of their journeys.
SPARK Hospitality Pre-Employment Program 2018: Video
Congratulations to the participants of the SPARK Hospitality Pre-Employment Program, who graduated today. Well done to all for your hard work and commitment. Here's a few snapshots of their journeys.
Down Syndrome Awareness Month
Thanks to WIN News Canberra for capturing this story on Down Syndrome Awareness Month featuring some of our incredible staff. Down Syndrome Awareness Month has been particularly meaningful for employees at property developer Ginninderry Community.
Springfest 2018
Canberra put on a beautiful day for this year's Springfest at Ginninderry and Strathnairn Open Day. Thank you to all of our fabulous local artists, musicians and food & craft stallholders for bringing The Link to life with your gourmet dishes, talents and wares.
A family affair on Fairbrother Street!
It was fantastic to welcome Tony and Ros Fairbrother to Gininderry this week and take them out on site to the future Fairbrother Street in Strathnairn. The street has been named after Tony’s brother Dr Jeffory Graham Fairbrother AM (1934–2015) Pictured: From left: Steve Osarek, Huon Contractors with Tony and Ros Fairbrother Jeff Fairbrother made a significant contribution to the poultry industry through research and advisory roles, and the development of regulatory policies on animal health and welfare, food safety standards, quarantine and biosecurity.
Excitement in the air today with Ginninderry’s first major auction a success
Three terrace packs and one multi-unit site went under the hammer today with all four parcels of land being snapped up by local builders. Located in Stage 1, the land is adjacent to the existing Strathnairn Arts precinct and the future community recreation park, with easy access to the natural attractions that set Ginninderry apart.
Exhibition: Towards Abstraction
Tin Shed Art Group (TSAG) is a changing group of artists who have been presenting annual exhibitions for the past twenty four years. Each year they select a theme that is interpreted by the artists using their unique viewpoints and styles.
October update: Stage 1 Drake-Brockman Drive road changes and upgrade now complete
Works along Drake-Brockman Drive are now completed as part of a three-stage approach to the upgrade and enhancement of the road corridor. The Stage 1 upgrade works focused on the implementation of Local Area Traffic Management measures which are specially designed to address existing driver behaviour and safety issues along the corridor.
Ginninderry’s footie legends wrap up another year – A message from the Belconnen Magpies Football Club
Magpies Juniors has been very fortunate to have the continued support of Ginninderry through sponsorship of its Belconnen grassroots Auskick Rookie program – Little Legends.
Springfest 2018
In conjunction with Strathnairn Arts Open Day, SPRINGFEST will be held at The Link on 28 October, from 10am-4pm. Markets Earth-friendly markets, hosting local makers who use sustainable materials and methods, as well as pre-loved treasures, and a range of food including multicultural offerings.
Communication and support; the keys to embracing inclusion in the workplace
Celebrating their first anniversary at Riverview Projects, Kathryn and Peter today attended the Canberra Business Chamber, Inclusion in Employment Project – Peer to Peer information session to talk about their experiences as members of the Ginninderry project team.
Exhibition: Waterways
Waterways is a new exhibition of works by five artists exploring the theme of waterways, examining life on the lake, the fleeting moments of nature, seaside architecture, travel and separation.
Ginninderry Living Lab represented in Geneva
The Ginninderry Living Lab is an extremely exciting part of this new community. The Ginninderry Living Lab provides a framework to allow long term research programs to occur over the lifetime of the 40-year project to explore and deliver best practice thinking over time.
Creating the fabric of streets through patterns
What is it about some suburbs or towns or even cities that permeates them with their sense of place, their air of uniqueness, that feeling that there’s nowhere else in the world quite like this.
First electric vehicle charging station for Ginninderry
An ActewAGL electric vehicle charging station, the first to service West Belconnen and the first of several planned for Ginninderry, was launched today by Minister for Climate Change and Sustainability, Shane Rattenbury.
Sustainable House Day 2018
The Link located in our first suburb Strathnairn will be holding tours, talks and demonstrations for the public on Sustainable House Day - Sunday, 16 September.
Cat containment areas expand to protect Canberra's native wildlife
Ginninderry has today welcomed the new ACT Government cat containment legislation with Conservation Manager, Jason Cummings saying, “Our Ginninderry Conservation Corridor is being established to protect endangered wildlife and provide recreation opportunities for our community.
A Hat of Many Dreams
“A Hat of Many Dreams” is a contemporary collection of portraits and stories depicting individuals of our Canberra here and now. For almost three years, Akka Ballenger Constantin has spent her time interviewing and photographing people from all walks of life, hoping to open an honest dialogue by exploring their dreams: current and forgotten ones.
Westfield’s new Local Hero creating SPARKs for local people
After helping to create some 175 jobs and over 200 work experience opportunities for local people, Ginninderry’s Emma Sckrabei has today been chosen from 23 entrants, as one of the three winners in the Westfield Local Heroes program – an initiative which recognises the work of those who promote social well-being and harmony in our community.
Legends Continue to Grow with Ginninderry
Since the Ginninderry Joint Venture began its community partnership with the Belconnen Magpies Football Club (BMFC) in 2017, the Little Legends Auskick and the Legendary Girls programs have done nothing but grow, not only in size but also in their sense of community.
Employing Someone with Down Syndrome - an Employer's Perspective
The ACT Down Syndrome association recently spoke with David Maxwell, the Managing Director of Ginninderry, about employing people with Down Syndrome. Here's David's perspective on this decision and strategies used for a successful outcome.
A Balanced Approach is Driving the Development of Canberra's Newest Community
Check out this article from the MBA's Canberra Builder magazine about the amazing team behind Ginninderry: MBA Canberra Builder magazine
What’s in a Name: Hedditch Court in Strathnairn and the Remarkable Woman Behind its Name
Things are moving quickly here at Ginninderry. In our first suburb of Strathnairn all the street names have been named. Those names all come with a rich history, celebrating the lives of many remarkable individuals of this nation.
VISIT TO GINNINDERRY: THURSDAY 17 MAY – By Sue Cassidy of the Australian garden History Society
On a sunny morning in May, a small group of AGHS members drove out to Ginninderry, a new housing development area near Belconnen. In a joint venture between the ACT Government and the Riverview Pty Ltd, 11,500 homes will be built in stages over 37 years.
Work Experience Brings Together Ginninderry and Future Architect Alyssa Rodwell
Recently we welcomed our latest work experience student to Ginninderry. Alyssa Rodwell spent almost two weeks from the April 30th to May 9th on the team. Alyssa plans to go into architecture in the future, so she spent her time with us working with our Design Manager, Hoa Luu.
SPARK to deliver its first program in Conservation Land Management & Horticulture
SPARK in partnership with the Canberra Institute of Technology (RTO Code:0101) are for the first time, delivering a new training program focused on giving individuals accredited training within the Horticulture and Conservation Land Management sector.
Ginninderry Conservation Area - Fascinating Histories, Exciting Future
When: Sunday 17 June 2-3.30pm at Trader & Co. 92 Meehan St, Yass
CRAFTERNOONS at The Link with Barbara Wheeler
July 8: https://ginninderry.com/event/crafternoons-barbara-wheeler-link/ July 22: https://ginninderry.com/event/crafternoons-barbara-wheeler-link-2/ August 12: https://ginninderry.
CRAFTERNOONS with Barbara Wheeler at The Link
Textile Illustrations. Transform your photo or design into a one-off textile illustration. Techniques include dyeing with eucalypts, onions and pomegranate, sashiko stitching and boro.
CRAFTERNOONS with Barbara Wheeler at the Link
Crafting with natural dyes. Learn how to use natural dyes for any project. A cushion cover and threads will be provided. Tickets $70 and available at Eventbrite: https://bit.
CRAFTERNOONS with Barbara Wheeler at The Link
Learn how to dye fabrics with leaves, vegies and garden waste in a relaxed bush setting. Create your own stash of naturally dyed and printed fabrics for craft and sewing projects.
Clothing Revival by Jane Milburn of Textile Beat
We explore fresh ways of dressing by upcycling existing natural-fibre garments. The clothing surplus in wardrobes and op shops presents a creative opportunity to revive, adapt and mend garments to suit ourselves while exploring unique style.
Drake-Brockman Drive road changes and upgrades
As part of Ginninderry’s first stage of works for the new suburb of Strathnairn, residents in west Belconnen who use Drake-Brockman Drive (DBD), would have recently noticed changes along this corridor.
Local Rotarians making a difference, tree by tree
When H.S. Riseley president of Rotary International challenged every Rotarian in the world to plant one tree, as part of a new commitment to the environment, our local clubs were keen to step up.
Conservation Council World Environment Day Dinner
Ginninderry proudly sponsors the ACT Region Conservation Council. The team attended the conservation council’s World Environment Day Dinner on Saturday June 2 and got to meet some other very interesting guests; a pair of endangered lizards, the Grasslands Earless Dragon and Striped Legless Lizard.
New Music Program for Capital Region schools
https://youtu.be/2_W0GlL8BNY The Canberra Symphony Orchestra (CSO) have just launched their new Music in MY School program at schools across the Capital Region and Yass Valley Shire, providing inspiring and meaningful classical music experiences to school students and their teachers.
Ginninderry’s first Community Recreation Park
One of the central features of any local community is its open spaces. The parks and playgrounds where people can visit to relax, get together, or take their children to play.
Celebrating Reconciliation Week at Strathnairn and The Link
Ginninderry acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
ZUU Community Bootcamp
ZUU IS ABOUT MORE THAN FITNESS Movement is the foundation of all humans - with reduced movement comes higher injury risk. Have you thought of the impact being injured could have in your life? Many people carry injuries from traditional training.
The Future at Ginninderry: Parkwood ReGeneration Precinct
Part of the vision for the Ginninderry development is to “ReGenerate” the large ex-Government site on Parkwood Road to create a fantastic green open space surrounded by places and spaces for cafes, performances, artisans and cottage industry.
Breathe Easy – A Northbourne Avenue Study
Since 2011 Riverview Group has proudly supported the ACT Young Canberra Citizen of the Year Awards and sponsored the Young Environmentalist Award. In 2017 Ginninderry’s Community and Cultural Planner, Susan Davis first met Ben Maliel, the recipient of a High Commendation at the ACT Young Canberra Citizen of the Year Awards 2017.
Exhibition: A Change of Clothes
A Change of Clothes is an immersive exhibition that raises awareness of the devastating environmental and social impacts of global fast fashion and presents options for how consumers can dress for good.
Trees of Ginninderry
Trees play a vital role in determining the character of any new or established development. Recognised for their healing properties and mind-body health benefits, recent findings are also purporting the role of trees in reducing urban heat and increasing property values; but when all is said and done, it is large canopy trees and lush greenery that make for a beautiful streetscape.
About the Ginninderry Living Lab – by our newest team member Matthew Keighley
I’ve grown up in Canberra, and have been lucky enough to be engaged in the Ginninderry residential development in one way or another throughout studying for a Bachelor of Environmental Studies from the Australian National University (ANU).
Construction commences on Canberra’s newest masterplanned development
Construction work has begun on the Capital Region’s newest master planned development representing a major milestone for the Ginninderry project, which is set to deliver a substantial proportion of Canberra’s greenfield land supply and offering affordable, sustainable and innovative housing.
Incorporating Active Travel principles into Ginninderry
Active travel is any mode of travel that involves physical activity and is an effective way to incorporate exercise into your daily life. Active travel is a way of getting around that’s better for the environment, better for you, and safer for everyone.
Response to Ginninderra Falls Association, Murrumbidgee - Ginninderra Gorges National Park: Information Note 57
On the 21st of April 2018 the Ginninderra Falls Association posted the following item on the GFA web site: Murrumbidgee - Ginninderra Gorges National Park: Information Note 57 Submitted by Darryl Seto on Sat, 21/04/2018 - 4:00pm As reported in the Canberra Times on 2 April "The joint venture behind the huge Ginninderry cross-border residential development has applied for an environmental impact statement exemption for the vast bulk of the land release on the territory side of the border.
Exhibition: Songs from my grasslands
“Songs from my grasslands” is a project born from the synaesthetic collaboration of two local artists sharing their mutual passion for arts. The Grasslands are the special headspace where Akka Ballenger Constantin spends a lot of her time, wandering with a camera in her hand.
The Long-Term Benefits of Switching to Solar
This month the ReNew Magazine published an article in their April 2018 issue comparing energy costs over 10 years for houses with gas appliances, electrical appliances, and electrical appliances with solar panels, based on a study by the Alternative Technology Association (ATA).
Meet the fascinating Eloise Fisher from the Canberra Symphony Orchestra's Music in MY School Program
Ginninderry is delighted to be partnering with the Canberra's Symphony Orchestra (CSO) in bringing the Music in MY School education program to life, enabling the joy of music to be shared with local children and teachers.
Tackling the Urban Heat Island Effect
Late last year, the CSIRO published a report commissioned by the ACT Government exploring the impact of the Urban Heat Island Effect in Canberra. Its findings have been the subject of much discussion, most recently by Minister Shane Rattenbury on ABC Radio in Canberra.
You’re invited to a Bungee Youth Resilience Program - Youth Week Exhibition at Ginninderry
Please join us for a sneak peek of artwork created during term one, 2018, by Bungee participants from St Thomas Aquinas School. This project will continue through term two, 2018, and will produce a legacy piece of mosaic art to be permanently installed in the community space at The Link in Ginninderry.
Starting out strong, 2018’s first SPARK program completed
Our SPARK Training and Employment Initiative has just finished another wonderful program, the first of many in 2018, the Belconnen Return to Work Program for Women.
Reflection - an exhibition by Marsden Art Group
The Marsden Art group (MAG) is a Canberra artist support group established in 2003 by Barbara van der Linden. Members come together once a month to share information and to receive encouragement and feedback when needed.
Inspiring a new way of living and a new generation of musicians
There is compelling research to suggest children exposed to music at a young age may have better learning potential than those who aren’t. Findings such as these are the inspiration behind Ginninderry’s decision to partner with the Canberra Symphony Orchestra (CSO) for their Education Program, Music in MY School.
Restoring and preserving the Belconnen Farm Heritage Precinct
Recently, the Ginninderry team began works to preserve the Belconnen Farm Heritage Precinct as part of the project’s ongoing conservation commitment. Belconnen Farm is a significant farm group with a succession of buildings, and remnants of various archaeological resources which all contribute to an understanding of the use and development of the place since the 1830s.
Ginninderry’s first veggie patch is on the grow
Back in December of 2017, Ginninderry’s future residents met for the inaugural Ginninderry Future Residents Eve, and among the night’s events everyone got together to plant a veggie patch outside the Link.
The Queen will soon make Ginninderry her home
Back in January, our new site vehicle arrived at its temporary home in Murrumbateman. It’s a six wheeled, twelve-seater ex-military Land Rover Defender Perentie that used to be a troop carrier – known affectionately as “The Queen”.
Summerfest 2018
Not even rain mid-show could put a dampener on Ginninderry's family-friendly celebration - Summerfest, which was a fantastic evening of live music, dance and theatre performances.
Claire Primrose Selected Works Art Exhibition
Based in Queanbeyan, Claire Primrose studied Visual Art at the Australian National University, majoring in Printmaking and graduated in 1997. She has also completed a Graduate Diploma in Secondary Art Education and has taught both Visual Art and Dance at various high schools in Canberra.
First stage of Ginninderry to implement fully electric energy solutions for residents
The Ginninderry project team has underlined its commitment to creating a sustainable community with the announcement today that a Territory Plan waiver will be granted to allow an all-electric pilot project to occur for stage 1 of the development including approximately 350 dwellings.
"With One Voice Ginninderry" Choir
FEEL GOOD, DO GOOD, SING FOR GOOD AND JOIN WITH ONE VOICE! You’re invited to experience the joy, freedom and inspiration of song at Ginninderry With One Voice choir!
SPARKs fly in 2017
It was a big year for Ginninderry’s unique training and employment initiative, SPARK. The program has grown over the course of 2017, partnering with local and national groups to help residents of the Capital Region reach their full potential.
Spring into Summer, with Summerfest!
After the roaring success of Winterfest and Springfest, Ginninderry continues its tradition of seasonal celebrations on Saturday 24 February 2018 with SUMMERFEST - Ginninderry’s family-friendly celebration of summer with live music, dance and theatre performances from local artists including: Simone Penkethman Simone Penkethman is a Canberra based singer, guitarist and songwriter.
New Year’s Reflections and Resolutions – Jessica Stewart
2017 was a busy year for Ginninderry’s Sustainability Manager, Jessica Stewart – particularly on the education front! Over the course of the last 12 months, Jess attended a number of national forums where she met with like-minded experts to share ideas and present the vision and approach to sustainability at Ginninderry.
Meet some of the team behind the bricks and mortar at Ginninderry
Project Development Manager Imran Khan and Design Manager Hoa Luu are part of the team responsible for delivering the parks and roads that almost everything else you hear about us doing is built upon.
Ginninderry future residents delight in inaugural eve
On Friday 15 December 2017, members of Ginninderry’s future community gathered to celebrate the first of many, ‘future resident initiatives.’ The night dubbed Ginninderry’s Future Resident Eve sought to provide future community members the opportunity to take a tour of their blocks, before dinner and entertainment in the form of our very own With One Voice Ginninderry Choir singing Christmas Carols, the unveiling of the Ginninderra Creek Mosaic art feature, a visit from Santa and plantings in the Ginninderry communal garden.
Ginninderry project update - December 2017
Community & stakeholder engagement news Community stakeholder and engagement opportunities have been abundant in November and December, with a variety of activities taking the form of several notable project team members presenting at the recent Canberra Design Festival, Energy Matters Forum, NAWIC Smart Cities breakfast, and Canberra Urban Regional Futures (CURF) Annual Forum 2017.
So – what is a Smart Community and how do we build one?
A smart community is one that puts connectivity at its centre – connectivity of its people and data. A smart community is one that is enhanced with technology – allowing it to become a platform for not only the collection of real-time data but the sharing and analysis of this data for the benefit of the community.
Ginninderra Creek Mosaic Art Project
What do you get when you put an artist, a historian, an Aboriginal Elder and some high school students together? You get a beautiful mosaic which tells the story of Ginninderra Creek, a natural waterway on the boundary of the Ginninderry project which holds important memories for the local people, the rural families who farmed both sides of the creek and the Ngunnawal people.
SPARK participants graduate in sensational style
It’s been a busy bee year for organisers and participants of Ginninderry’s training and employment initiative SPARK, with a total of nine programs delivered in the ACT in 2017, and one in Yass.
SPARK participants graduate in sensational style
It’s been a busy bee year for organisers and participants of Ginninderry’s training and employment initiative SPARK, with a total of nine programs delivered in the ACT in 2017, and one in Yass.
Biosensitivity: A new way to save the world
Biosensitivity is a term created by Stephen Boyden of the Frank Fenner Foundation (FFF) to describe a way of living that is best both for people and for nature. The FFF Team believes that just being sustainable isn’t enough, and that society needs to be respectful of nature, aware of their impact and ensure no damage is done to the world’s ecosystems.
Exploring the history and future of the Capital region as we move towards a carbon neutral society
Ginninderry’s Managing Director David Maxwell joined a jam-packed line-up of experts on Thursday, speaking at the Canberra Urban Regional Futures (CURF) Annual Forum 2017 .
Working towards featuring local artists in Ginninderry’s future display village
On Monday I had the opportunity to meet with many local artist representatives to capture their thoughts on a potential project to pilot an Artist Catalogue at Ginninderry.
Renewable Energy Day 2017 tour
It was a great turn out at Ginninderry on Saturday 25 November for the Renewable Energy Day 2017 tour. Sustainability Manager Jessica Stewart took the time to show participants around The Link building and demonstrate sustainability in action!
Former SPARK: Vicki-Ann Middlemis
From a young age, Vicki-Ann Middlemis had always wanted to work in childcare, but found it was never the right time so turned to cooking instead. Her first job was in a café, where she worked for five years as a chef, before briefly becoming a nanny.
Housing choices for the future — sustainable, compact and well connected
With the recently published Housing Choices Discussion Paper by the ACT Government, understanding how we can better meet the housing needs of Canberrans, has never been more relevant.
SPARK graduates of West Belconnen Administration Pre-Employment Program
Today we had the opportunity to celebrate with our latest SPARK graduates who successfully completed the West Belconnen Administration Pre-Employment Program.
Sculpture in the Paddock Presents ON THE MOVE
Opening at the Link between 9 November and 13 December 2017. This amazing collection of works is from Yass Valley Schools Program and proudly supported by YASSarts and the Ginninderry Create Program.
Australian Pollinator Week November 12th – 19th 2017 - GET INVOLVED!
Article by Julie Armstrong - ACT for Bees To celebrate Australian Pollinator Week we are inviting you to become involved by taking part in The Wild Pollinator Count and contribute to wild pollinator conservation in Australia.
Learn more about the Parkwood Planning Project at Wins Creek Meadery
A new community information display has opened at Wins Creek Meadery in Murrumbateman this week as part of ongoing engagement with the local community for the Parkwood Planning Proposal.
Walk the Border ACT concludes with Ginninderry crossing
Riverview Projects Managing Director David Maxwell joined Conservation Council President Rod Griffiths as his ‘Walk the Border ACT – A Watershed Walk’ fundraising event crossed onto Ginninderry today.
Former SPARK: Georgia Elith
Before SPARK, Georgia Elith worked part-time as a waitress in the National Gallery of Australia’s café, but after completing a double degree in visual arts and music from the University of Canberra her goal was to find a fulltime job.
Ginninderry blossoms amidst Springfest spirit
Ginninderry and Strathnairn Arts Association are more than pleased this week following the success of their combined Springfest and Strathnairn Open Day on Saturday 14 October.
National Trust of Australia recognises commitment to cultural conservation
Riverview Developments and Waters Consultancy have taken top honours at the recent National Trust of Australia’s ACT Chapter Heritage Awards, following their nomination as winner of the Aboriginal Cultural Values Assessment category.
Who Am I and Who is My Mob? – a mentoring program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
“Who am I and who is my mob?” was the question asked by a group of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students who participated in the aptly named joint Ginninderry and Rotary sponsored project.
Crafternoons: make a macrame owl!
Macrame is the art of knotting string in patterns to make decorative items. Learn all the knots required to create a classic macrame owl - no experience necessary.
Tin Shed Art Group presents: Chaos to Cohesion exhibition
Tin Shed Art Group proudly presents: Chaos to Cohesion Exhibition. The Tin Shed Art Group are known for their stimulating and varied work using a range of mediums and styles.
Top honours
It’s been an exciting few weeks for our clever team of innovators and future leaders here at Ginninderry, who have picked-up no less than three nationally recognised awards! Setting the tone in August of things to come were the announcements at the Property Council Awards night that Ginninderry's Sustainability Manager Jessica Stewart had won the Future Leader award, and Riverview Group the 2017 Business of the Year award.
Committing ourselves to sustainability – the Sustainable House Day way
On Sunday 17 September 2017, The Link building held tours, talks and a cooking demonstration for the public to celebrate Sustainable House Day. Established in 2001, Sustainable House Day is a national event that allows the public to see and learn from the best environmental homes in Australia.
Springfest
In conjunction with Strathnairn Arts Open Day, SPRINGFEST will be held at The Link on 14 October, from 10am-5pm. From performing artists and handmade crafts to a puppet show, choir performance and a footy clinic, this social and community event will keep the whole family entertained! View the 2017 Springfest Program HERE.
Sustainable House Day 2017
On Sunday 17 September just over 130 'sustainable' enthusiasts visted The Link to join in the national iniative, Sustainable House Day. Thank you to all of our experts who helped to answer the many questions on energy, building, design and ways to live more sustainably.
Intergenerational living, lives here
The latest buzz word to hit the housing market is around ‘intergenerational living’. The aptly named term describes a growing trend amongst families the world over to shy away from buying a traditional family home, in preference for something a little more enduring – something that will stand the test of time from a practical perspective, when and if their children flee the nest – that’s right, ‘if’.
Don't miss Sustainable House Day at The Link - Sunday 17 September
The Link building located in the first suburb of Ginninderry, Strathnairn will be holding tours, talks and a cooking demonstration for the public on Sustainable House Day on Sunday, September 17.
Former SPARK: Marvellous Sigudu
From South Africa originally, Marvellous Sigudu came to Australia as a teenager in 2012. Four years later, he was completing year 12 at Hawker College and looking for something to do next.
Craft your art - poetry, visual arts and music
Have you ever wondered whether you could be an artist? Our latest ‘Crafternoons’ offering will give you the opportunity to try! Explore your own creativity and discover whether you’re a lover of poetry, visual arts, music or all of the above.
Former SPARK: Rebeka Auva’a
Before she found SPARK, Rebeka Auva’a was a housekeeper. While it wasn’t exactly her dream job, she got by, until she suffered an injury at work that forced her to find an alternative occupation.
Let’s get crafty!
Ever wanted to make a macramé plant hanger but didn’t know how? What about honing your photography skills or developing an appreciation for poetry, visual arts or music? Thanks to the ‘Crafternoons’ initiative, part of Ginninderry’s CREATE Arts and Cultural Program, now’s your chance! We’ve even got something for the mini-crafters with our Children’s Art and Photography Workshops.
Ginninderry Local History Study: Nature, Culture, People, Places
Mary Hutchison is a public historian and writer, specialising in collaborative and creative interpretation of history and place. As part of the Ginninderry arts and cultural program CREATE she is currently conducting a local history study of Ginninderry that encompasses nature, culture, people and places.
DA approval granted for Ginninderry Stage 1
Stage 1 of the Ginninderry project’s first suburb of Strathnairn has received Development Application (DA) approval, paving the way for the commencement of construction.
Find your SPARK…
Our trusty training experts have been working hard lately to develop a range of new and returning initiatives to continue providing training and employment opportunities to members of the local West Belconnen community.
Magpies and Ginninderry’s Legendary Girls paving the way to success
Eight of the Magpies’ most talented Under-18 youth girls put their best foot forward recently, representing the Magpies Football Club in the NSW AFL Under-18 National Championships, and National School Girls Competition in Perth.
Hospitality hopes and dreams – all-SPARKs in action!
On 19 June 2017, the SPARK team celebrated day one of its partnership with the Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT), to deliver an 18-week hospitality training program to 17 members of the local community.
Ginninderry’s WinterFest to launch community, arts and cultural program – CREATE
Deputy Chief Minister and local member for Ginninderra, Yvette Berry, will tonight launch the Ginninderry CREATE Program – an initiative designed to inspire culture and community by connecting residents through the pursuit of art.
Sparking passion through work experience
On 26 July 2017 history was made at the Ginninderry project team office, with the arrival of year 10 Kingsford Smith High School student Jenny Dao, as the team’s first ever work experience participant.
SPARK Training & Employment in Yass
Ginninderry's full-time Training and Employment Manager Emma Sckrabei, whose job is to deliver a unique training and employment initiative, known at Spark will be at Trader & Co on Wednesday 16 August 5:30pm-6:15pm to talk about the program.
Designing Urban Open Spaces
Ginninderry’s landscape architects, Cia Landscapes and Colour, and Group GSA have taken our research on mature trees and designed new open spaces for the public and our ecosystems.
Smart Living – building what’s best for you and the environment
Are you interested in learning more about ‘Smart Living’ options that will be available at Parkwood? Head to Yass’ Trader & Co. Sunday 16 July from 2pm-3pm, for a FREE presentation by our Sustainability Manager, Jessica Stewart, and discover how each and every one of us can build for ourselves and the environment.
Not just a tree, but a home
Old trees provide a range of habitats for native mammals (including bats), reptiles, insects and birds, that cannot be provided by younger trees. Their large limbs, dead branches, tree hollows, peeling bark and logs provide all sorts of roosting and nesting opportunities, as well as producing seed, pollen and nectar.
Meet the Builders of Ginninderry - Part Twelve: Formd
A select number of local builders have been hand-picked to bring the master planned vision for Ginninderry to life. All of the builders were assessed against a number of criteria, in particular their desire and ability to add to the vision for Ginninderry, as well as offering exceptional value for money and quality.
SPARK meets industry workforce needs with a new training and employment program in community care
SPARK in partnership with the Canberra Institute of Technology and Belconnen Community Service is delivering a new and innovative accredited training program focusing on skills development, work experience and employment within the community care sector, to be known as Belconnen Community Care Pre-Employment Program Specifically targeting people living within the Belconnen and the wider region, the program will provide.
Registrations climb with interest following second sales release
Community interest in securing a residential block or affordable flexi-living housing solution is rising, following yet another busy weekend at The Link, after registrations for the second sale release opened on Friday.
First home buyers take centre stage at Ginninderry’s second release
Ginninderry’s second release will focus on housing affordability with 36 new flexi-living series homes on offer. Our flexi-living series is designed for the first home buyer, offering a variety of architect designed homes.
Land aplenty for Canberra newbies and Ginninderry future residents
According to 32-year old civil engineer, Amila Perera, his wife, 32-year old Chamila, and their five-year old son Imeth, buying-into Ginninderry’s unique community is a once in a lifetime opportunity; which thanks to a lucky draw, is one they’ll be enjoying the reality of, for years to come.
Sales Release Information Day
Registrations for the second sales release open at 9am on Friday 16 June.
Flexi-Living – a place to call home for this lucky couple!
Exciting times are ahead for this young couple, who are celebrating the recent announcement they are to be Ginninderry’s first Flexi-Living series buyers. Canberra-locals 22-year old self-employed makeup artist Tara Florence and her partner, 22-year old electrician, Connor McCallum sat down with the team recently to share their insights on why they, as first home buyers, were inspired to purchase in Ginninderry’s first suburb Strathnairn, what sets it apart from other developments, and in particular, the unique Flexi-Living series.
From SPARKs to flames – bright futures for Yass grads!
Another remarkable milestone was reached today for SPARK, with 12 participants from the Yass Construction Program celebrating their graduation. Over the course of the 12-week program, participants developed a range of skills and techniques, including but not limited to concreting, paving and brick-laying.
Take your tour of Ginninderry’s Flexi-Living series
Step inside Ginninderry’s unique Flexi-Living series, with our new range of animations designed to bring the concept to life! See the diversity in these integrated designs, as you take a virtual tour through seven homes in the new suburb of Strathnairn.
Bright SPARKS shine at graduation!
Today we had the opportunity to celebrate our latest 19 SPARK participants who graduated as part of the West Belconnen Administration Pre-Employment Program. The program has been running out of Charnwood for the past three months and it is amazing to see how far all participants have come in that time.
Locals flock to ‘Meet the Builders of Ginninderry’
Cupcakes, advice on available house and land packages and designs were a-plenty at Ginninderry’s Builders’ Information Night, where prospective buyers took advantage of the unique opportunity to seek advice and input from Ginninderry’s builders on their range of housing designs and available house and land packages.
Celebrating SPARK’s successes and taking a look at the future
Now that SPARK is well over a year old, I’ve taken some time to reflect on the program, what we’ve achieved to date and the exciting things we are planning to achieve in the future.
Find your dream home at our Builders' Information Night
Looking to purchase a house and land package within Ginninderry’s new suburb of Strathnairn? Don’t miss the opportunity to meet some of our partner builders next Thursday 18 May at The Link, 90 Stockdill Drive, Holt (adjacent to Strathnairn Arts Association).
Little Legends and Legendary Girls football programs launched
Ginninderry yesterday announced a new community partnership with the Belconnen Magpies Football Club (BMFC). Ginninderry’s corporate sponsorship will see the joint venture become naming rights sponsor for the Belconnen Cats and Magpies Junior Football Club Auskick programs, along with the BMFC youth girls’ football program.
How Ginninderry is endeavouring to alleviate the housing affordability challenge
In the planning and preparation for the Ginninderry project we are mindful of the ever-growing challenge of housing affordability in the ACT. Creating a variety of housing options, that meet all levels of the market, should be a priority for all new housing developments, and it’s a priority that we are focusing on in our first stage at Ginninderry.
Meet the Builders of Ginninderry - Part Eleven: Exhibit Design and Construction
A select number of local builders have been hand-picked to bring the master planned vision for Ginninderry to life. All of the builders were assessed against a number of criteria, in particular their desire and ability to add to the vision for Ginninderry, as well as offering exceptional value for money and quality.
Ginninderry receives commendation at national awards
Ginninderry has taken out a commendation in the Planning Institute of Australia’s (PIA’s) 2017 national awards for Public Engagement and Community Planning, recognising their ongoing commitment to effective stakeholder and community engagement.
Constructing a brighter future for Yass community garden
On 20 April 2017, current participants of the Yass Construction Program gathered at Zac’s Place on Pritchett Street to cook a BBQ for their potential work experience employers.
Meet the Builders of Ginninderry - Part Ten: Bode Living
A select number of local builders have been hand-picked to bring the master planned vision for Ginninderry to life. All of the builders were assessed against a number of criteria, in particular their desire and ability to add to the vision for Ginninderry, as well as offering exceptional value for money and quality.
Sliding Doors - with a difference
Friday 21 April signaled a special occasion in time for the Ginninderry project, with the installation by ACT Steelworks of two perforated, powder coated steel screens completing the current entrance way to the project office and multi-purpose community centre, The Link.
Ginninderry first sales release attracts over 1300 registrations
Registrations have now closed for Ginninderry’s first sales release, with more than 1300 individuals registered for blocks of land and the flexi-living series at the newest ACT suburb of Strathnairn.
Canberra’s Little Eagle travels a long way
A small GPS tracker attached by a harness to the back of a male Little Eagle over a year ago is revealing surprising information about one of the ACT’s vulnerable birds of prey, Minister for the Environment Mick Gentleman said today.
Meet the Builders of Ginninderry – Part Ten: Renaissance Homes
A select number of local builders have been hand-picked to bring the master planned vision for Ginninderry to life. All of the builders were assessed against a number of criteria, in particular their desire and ability to add to the vision for Ginninderry, as well as offering exceptional value for money and quality.
Meet the Builders of Ginninderry – Part Nine: Rawson Homes
A select number of local builders have been hand-picked to bring the master planned vision for Ginninderry to life. All of the builders were assessed against a number of criteria, in particular their desire and ability to add to the vision for Ginninderry, as well as offering exceptional value for money and quality.
Ginninderry registrations continue to grow after opening weekend
Registrations for Ginninderry’s first sales release are now in full swing after a big weekend of activity at our community sales and information sessions. The public’s response to the release was overwhelmingly positive from the moment registrations opened at 9am on Saturday morning.
Building a Sustainable Community
Sustainability means a lot of different things to a lot of people. To me, a sustainable community is one which has been planned and built with a focus on connectedness, consideration for the environment and custodianship.
The Link – open for business
Ginninderry’s multi-purpose community centre, The Link, officially opened today ahead of what promises to be a weekend full of activity to support the first sales release.
Ginninderry Community Information Sessions
Registrations for the first release in Stage 1 of Ginninderry’s suburb of Strathnairn will commence at a series of community information sessions on Saturday 8 April and Sunday 9 April.
Meet the Builders of Ginninderry – Part Eight: Sienna Homes Building Group
A select number of local builders have been hand-picked to bring the master planned vision for Ginninderry to life. All of the builders were assessed against a number of criteria, in particular their desire and ability to add to the vision for Ginninderry, as well as offering exceptional value for money and quality.
Ginninderry as a connected community
Ginninderry will be a place where everybody feels welcome, comfortable and included. My role as Community and Cultural Planning Manager is finding out what it is that people do, what their values are and how they want to live at Ginninderry.
Housing diversity at Ginninderry
My role as Ginninderry Project Director is effectively to be the overall governance of the project. Ginninderry is a spectacular setting surrounded by the beautiful hills of the Brindabella’s and the Murrumbidgee river.
Meet the Builders of Ginninderry – Part Seven: SM Precision Building
A select number of local builders have been hand-picked to bring the master planned vision for Ginninderry to life. All of the builders were assessed against a number of criteria, in particular their desire and ability to add to the vision for Ginninderry, as well as offering exceptional value for money and quality.
All things right about SignOnSite
Head contractor of Ginninderry’s multi-purpose community facility, The Link, and local construction company Manteena have thrown their support behind the technologically savvy construction site management platform, SignOnSite, demonstrating their commitment to ensuring the highest standards of construction site safety are maintained on the project at all times.
SPARK – caring for our community!
When it comes to empowering members of the local community to pursue further education to improve long-term employability, SPARK has it. For the 15 participants of all ages registered to attend the latest initiative – the Belconnen Community Care Pre-Employment Program – 18 and 19 July were exciting days, as they met for the first time during orientation ahead of course kick-off the following week.
Ginninderry’s vision for sustainability
Since work first began in 2009, Ginninderry has been planned as a sustainable community. Together with new residents of Ginninderry, we will work to create a community that showcases the world’s best practice in nature conservation, urban design, construction and long-term liveability.
My vision for Ginninderry’s Riverside Park
As conservation manager at Ginninderry, it’s my job to protect and enhance Ginninderry’s beautiful environment, including the Murrumbidgee River and Ginninderra Creek.
Meet the Builders of Ginninderry – Part 6: McDonald Jones Homes
A select number of local builders have been handpicked to bring the master planned vision for Ginninderry to life. All of the builders were assessed against a number of criteria, in particular their desire and ability to add to the vision for Ginninderry, as well as offering exceptional value for money and quality.
Gain a better understanding of the buying process at Ginninderry
Gain a better understanding of the buying process at Ginninderry Our vision at Ginninderry is to create a community that showcases the world’s best practice in nature conservation, urban design, construction and long-term liveability.
Meet the Builders of Ginninderry - Part 5: Gracious Living Constructions
A select number of local builders have been handpicked to bring the master planned vision for Ginninderry to life. All of the builders were assessed against a number of criteria, in particular their desire and ability to add to the vision for Ginninderry, as well as offering exceptional value for money and quality.
Understanding householder attitudes to renewable energy futures
The residential energy market is in a state of change. Advances in energy efficient appliances, falling battery storage prices and continued uptake of solar PV are providing householders with more control over the systems that they install and their ongoing cost of energy.
Sights set on first sales release
After ten years of detailed planning, the first sales release at Ginninderry is just around the corner. Ginninderry is a master planned community. This means that right from the beginning, we have a vision for how it will take shape, a vision created after extensive community consultation.
The Conservation Corridor Management Trust
The Ginninderry project will create a 596 hectare conservation corridor along the Murrumbidgee River and Ginninderra Creek. In addition to its role in protecting important endangered species and ecological communities, the corridor will be a great asset for nature based recreation for the Belconnen community; it will cross the border and include land in both the ACT and NSW.
Addressing the “Missing Middle” – housing types at Ginninderry
Ginninderry is committed to delivering housing choices that reflect the way that people actually live their lives. Each one of Ginninderry’s four suburbs will have a range of housing types.
Connecting people through the pursuit of sustainable living
I recently came across an article featured on ABC News online, where visual artist Calista Lyons, now based in the US, returned to her hometown of Tallangatta Valley.
Making (not viewing) art to find your “flow”
Last Friday I visited the Aboriginal Women’s Art Group workshop “Strong Women”* to talk to the women there about making artworks and products for our development.
Culturally significant tree-relocation makes Ginninderry history books
On 13 January, amidst high temperatures, an exercise that proved to be the first of its kind was undertaken in the ACT; being the relocation of an Aboriginal ‘culturally modified tree’ at the Ginninderry Development in West Belconnen.
The Link - From Vision to Reality
As an architect, the hardest stage is the translation of the design into built form. Although it is the main outcome, this is where the design and vision can sometimes get lost through miscommunication or cost reduction measures such as value management.
Register now for the West Belconnen Administration Pre-Employment Program
A new innovative accredited training program specifically targeting the West Belconnen community that will develop skills, provide work experience and deliver potential employment in the business administration sector for participants.
SPARK – committed to the community
For Ginninderry’s SPARK program giving back to the local community is something we’re not just passionate about, but is the driving force behind our SPARK initiative.
Charny Carny returns in 2017!
The Charny Carny is a Carnival held in West Belconnen on an annual basis for the past 14 years. It’s purpose: to support two schools and the local scout club. This year, ownership of the Charny Carny has changed from a formerly institution-led initiative, to one run purely by members of the West Belconnen community.
Meet the Builders of Ginninderry - Part 4: Rojas Constructions
A select number of local builders have been handpicked to bring the master planned vision for Ginninderry to life. All of the builders were assessed against a number of criteria, in particular their desire and ability to add to the vision for Ginninderry, as well as offering exceptional value for money and quality.
Meet the Builders of Ginninderry - Part 3: APA Homes
A select number of local builders have been handpicked to bring the master planned vision for Ginninderry to life. All of the builders were assessed against a number of criteria, in particular their desire and ability to add to the vision for Ginninderry, as well as offering exceptional value for money and quality.
Meet the Builders of Ginninderry – Part Two: Ideal Building Solutions
A select number of local builders have been handpicked to bring the master planned vision for Ginninderry to life. All of the builders were assessed against a number of criteria, in particular their desire and ability to add to the vision for Ginninderry, as well as offering exceptional value for money and quality.
Meet the Builder of Ginninderry - Part One: Achieve Homes
A select number of local builders have been handpicked to bring the master planned vision for Ginninderry to life. All of the builders were assessed against a number of criteria, in particular their desire and ability to add to the vision for Ginninderry, as well as offering exceptional value for money and quality.
Easy and active living – the future of Ginninderry transport
As part of the Ginninderry development a number of additions or upgrades to existing or planned roads, and associated infrastructure need to be implemented to support and improve access to the suburbs of Ginninderry.
Yass Construction Program to target local people and community spaces
A new innovative accredited training program is coming to Yass that will develop skills, provide work experience and deliver potential employment in the construction sector for participants.
Ginninderry brandmark – as diverse as the project itself
After significant consultation, the name Ginninderry was chosen for our new community that will span the western boundary of the ACT and NSW. Ginninderry is derived from an Aboriginal word meaning ’sparkling’ or ‘throwing out little rays of light’.
Nine turtles saved by volunteers at Strathnairn
The team responsible for conducting the Frogwatch Census, the highly successful annual frog monitoring program at West Belconnen and many other sites across the ACT, set their minds to rescuing turtles earlier this month.
SPARK and Manteena partnership kicks employment goals
The SPARK Ginninderry Training and employment initiative has achieved some major accomplishments this year including graduations, employment opportunities, high-quality building outcomes for the local community from live training sites and highly engaged students.
The vision for the sustainability precinct at Ginninderry
The Ginninderry project team is exploring exciting new uses for the open space in and around the ACT’s former landfill site located in West Belconnen. The ultimate vision for the old landfill site is to turn it in to a sustainability precinct.
Ginninderry architects scoop top national award
The Ginninderry project team would like to congratulate architects McGregor Coxall, whose ‘West Belconnen Open Space Strategy’ has been acknowledged for its work in positioning Ginninderry as a world-leading, green community by receiving the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA) National Award for Land Conservation.
Frank Fenner Foundation’s EcoriumXChange finds new home at Ginninderry
Ginninderry is to be the new home of an Australian-first initiative called the EcoriumXChange, which will examine the human place in nature and encourage understanding of the interdependence of healthy human societies on healthy ecosystems.
Enjoy compact with no compromise on lifestyle with Ginninderry’s Flexi Living Series
At Ginninderry, “compact” will no longer mean cramped. Across the board, the housing types on offer will provide clever design solutions which look to optimise design innovation and efficiency, while at the same time maximising the benefits of solar access, creative storage and flexible ways of living.
Ginninderry wins PIA ACT award for stakeholder and community engagement
Ginninderry has been recognised for its commitment to effective stakeholder and community engagement by winning the Planning Institute of Australia’s (ACT) 2016 Award for Public Engagement and Community Planning.
Building a diverse community through Ginninderry’s Masterplan
The vision for Ginninderry has had diversity at its core from the outset. Our aim of building a diverse community is evident across the project; from the design of the neighbourhoods right through to the range of houses that will be on offer.
Learnings to inform the future of Ginninderra Falls
The Ginninderra Falls Working Group recently visited the Apsley Falls, near the town of Walcha, in the Northern Tablelands region of New South Wales. Apsley Falls is in Oxley Wild Rivers National Park and showcases amazing waterfalls that drop over 60 metres off the tablelands into the Apsley Gorge and then flow into the Macleay River system below.
Have your say on the amended proposal for Kippax Fair
Kippax Fair has been working to develop a proposal to enhance the group centre – creating opportunities for expanded retail and vibrant community hub. The new proposal has been developed following consultation with the community on two draft plans (including the ACT Government draft master plan).
Renewable Energy Research Workshop
The next workshop in our renewable energy research project, funded by ARENA, is being held next Tuesday 20 September 2016 and this time we are specifically interested to hear your thoughts on the subject of gas.
Register now for West Belconnen Pre-Employment Construction Program
West Belconnen Pre-Employment Construction Program is a new and innovative accredited training program focusing on skills development, work experience and employment within the construction sector.
One vision, two jurisdictions - planning for the community
One of the unique features of the Ginninderry development is that subject to rezoning approval it will be the region’s first integrated cross-border development.
The Link at Ginninderry: A multi-purpose centre for the whole community
Joint venture partners, the ACT Government and Ginninderry Joint Venture, have built a multi-purpose sales centre and community facility adjacent to the Strathnairn Homestead, an arts ACT facility.
The origins of Ginninderry
After significant consultation, the name Ginninderry has been chosen for a new community across the western boundary of the ACT and NSW being developed by a joint venture between the Land Development Agency and Ginninderry Joint Venture.
Register now for West Belconnen Pre-Employment Construction Program
West Belconnen Pre-Employment Construction Program is a new and innovative accredited training program focusing on skills development, work experience and employment within the construction sector.
Yass Community Garden Open Day
This Sunday, Yass Community Garden is holding its open day, with Minister Pru Goward opening the event. Head down to 19 Pritchett Street for live music, potting workshops, slam poets, a plant trading table and a tasty BBQ.
SPARK shines brightly for new childcare program participants
The future is looking positive for the thirteen participants, who nine weeks ago began their training journey on the SPARK Belconnen Community Service Childcare Pre-Employment program.
Protecting Strathnairn’s Little Eagles
The Little Eagle is a species native to Australia that inhabits open woodland, grassland and arid regions. It is listed as vulnerable under the ACT Nature Conservation Act 1980 and also listed as a vulnerable species in NSW.
What the development of Ginninderry means for Ginninderra Falls
The development of the Ginninderry area brings with it a great opportunity to protect, enhance and re-open Ginninderra Falls, via significant capital investment funded by the development project, and the establishment of a Conservation Management Trust for its management in perpetuity.
The history behind the new Ginninderry suburb names
Strathnairn and Macnamara have been announced as the first two suburb names for the Ginninderry development, a joint venture between Riverview Developments and the ACT Government.
Canberra’s newest suburbs unveiled in West Belconnen
Ginninderry Joint Venture has today welcomed the announcement of Strathnairn and Macnamara as the first two ACT suburb names for the West Belconnen/Parkwood development, a joint venture between Riverview Developments and the ACT Government.
ACT Government gives the green light to West Belconnen
ACT Minister for Planning Mick Gentleman officially introduced today, Variation (351) to the Territory Plan. This comes off the back of the federal government’s approval of an amendment to the National Capital Plan in May this year.
Supporting local poetry showcase
We were delighted to support a special community event at Belconnen Arts Centre on Sunday 26 June 2016. On a chilly winter afternoon, The Mother Tongue Multilingual Poetry Showcase brought together a warm crowd to enjoy an extravaganza of words and stories in more than ten languages.
Terrace Homes with a difference at Ginninderry
There will be a variety of housing typologies available at Ginninderry , designed to take into account the way people now live and the diverse demographics of our future community.
The benefits of flexi-living
Offering a diverse range of innovative housing options and adopting best practice design principles at Ginninderry, is central to the project’s vision and the team responsible for bringing this community to life.
Looking for an opportunity to get qualified and work in the construction sector?
A new construction training and employment opportunity is now being offered at West Belconnen, in conjunction with Strathnairn Arts Association, Bricklayer Training Australia, Construction Industry Training Council, Training Fund Authority, Better Services and OZHelp Foundation.
Housing in Ginninderry: The Master Plan
In 2014, to inform the Ginninderry Master Plan, the Ginninderry team commissioned ORIMA research to conduct a community survey to gauge housing preferences within the ACT region.
Invitation to Renewable Energy Community Workshop
The project team has been spending some time thinking about the possibilities and opportunities for renewable energy at West Belconnen. Some of the things we are looking at are how can we take advantage of the falling cost of solar panels and battery storage and how could we do things differently to help bring you cheaper energy bills? There are some interesting ideas that we’d like to talk to you about and get your thoughts on.
Streetscape Plus Homes at Ginninderry: Flexible Options for Various Lifestyle Needs
With a diverse range of blocks and housing types, Ginninderry will offer everything from traditional family homes on compact and large blocks, right through to terrace homes and town houses.
Housing affordability in Canberra
Housing affordability is an issue that lots of people around Australia are talking about. In Canberra, the strategy of providing affordable housing is underpinned by the ACT Government’s Affordable Housing Action Plan.
Want to get qualified in childcare?
A Children’s Education and Care training and employment opportunity will soon be on offer in West Belconnen, run by Belconnen Community Service ACT in conjunction with the Canberra Institute of Technology.
Invitation to comment on urban development at West Belconnen, ACT & NSW
A strategic assessment (EPBC SA024) of the likely impacts of the proposed West Belconnen development is being conducted under Part 10 of the Commonwealth Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act).
Road network and traffic: the plan for Ginninderry
The Ginninderry project has undertaken detailed modelling to assess roads and traffic in the proposed project area. The modelling identified a range of necessary upgrades The important roads that will serve Ginninderry are.
The Hunt for Hoddle
Do you recognise this view? Hoddle, Robert. (1832). Ginninginderry [i.e. Ginninderra] Plains, New South Wales. http://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-137038759
Ginninderry's Emma Sckrabei to sit on West Belconnen Network Leadership Group
Ginninderry Joint Venture’s Emma Sckrabei, who is responsible for heading up SPARK, Ginninderry’s Training and Employment Initiative, has been selected to participate on the West Belconnen Network Leadership Group: a group which seeks to work with residents to improve access to services such as health, education, housing and justice.
Indigenous and European heritage protected at Ginninderry
As people and places across Australia celebrate Australian Heritage Week, running from Saturday 16 April until Sunday 24 April, the Ginninderry project team has been considering the importance that respecting the heritage of the project site has played in our planning process to date.
Three facts about the conservation corridor at Ginninderry
The Ginninderry river corridor is a place of great beauty, with local and regional environmental, visual and cultural significance. At the present time it is “locked away” from public access in a rural lease, but with the planned development of the Ginninderry project it will soon become accessible to all.
Yass High students gain insights in to inner workings of development
On Friday 18 March, a group of students from Yass High’s Year 12 Geography Class visited the Ginninderry project for a chance to see how the development is being brought to life.
Indigenous Men’s Art Group underway at Strathnairn Arts Centre
Ginninderry Joint Venture is proud to be sponsoring an Indigenous Men’s Art Group in West Belconnen that aims to link creative projects with artistic and environmental outcomes.
Improvements to streams along proposed conservation corridor
As part of the comprehensive stormwater control strategy for Ginninderry (technically known as Water Sensitive Urban Design) our team is actively investigating potential improvement to streams within the proposed conservation corridor.
Ginninderry at the REIACT Home Buyers Expo
The Ginninderry team is excited to have the opportunity to meet with and talk to hundreds of interested home buyers at the Real Estate Institute of the ACT (REIACT)/ Allhomes Home Buyers Expo 2016 this coming weekend.
Youth Employment Pathways - assisting young people prepare for the world of work
Youth Employment Pathways is an individually tailored support service for unemployed young people who live, work or play in the Belconnen region. This program will provide access to vocational education, training and employment pathways as well as helping to improve language and literacy along with job seeking skills.
Kippax Connections
Kippax Connections is a new program to support members of the West Belconnen community connect to a range of education, volunteering, training and/or employment opportunities.
Ginninderry on the lookout for frogs
We have teamed up with the Ginninderra Catchment Group to help sponsor a West-Belconnen Branch of The Frogwatch Census, the highly successful annual frog monitoring program.
Ginninderry’s neighbourhoods to host range of housing options
Ginninderry’s neighbourhoods will each be distinct in character, with the housing options on offer varying in line with the desire to provide a diverse range of housing types within the new community.
Ginninderry gets ready to get to work
Training, work experience and employment opportunities will be up for grabs as part of a new training and employment initiative for Ginninderry that is also a first for the ACT.
Housing diversity will help create a vibrant community for Ginninderry
A principle that is central to the vision for Ginninderry is diversity. Among many other things, this means offering a diverse range of housing types to suit a range of lifestyles, households and budgets.
What does sustainability look like in Ginninderry?
Sustainability is at the heart of the vision that is driving the Ginninderry project. Our vision is to create a place underpinned by leading-edge design and development practices, as well as enhanced environmental awareness.
A new approach to community consultation
At the very core of the Ginninderry project has been a radically different approach to community consultation. The method, based on a genuine respect for the community and natural environment, has made an absolute virtue of transparency and engagement with the community, complemented by a strong desire to eliminate the traditional ‘them vs us’ approach to consultation.
Territory Plan Variation tabled
ACT Minister for Planning, Mick Gentleman, has given the green light to a 6500-home development in West Belconnen. The approved Territory Plan Variation will deliver the ACT homes over the next 20-30 years.
What's happening with the landfill site?
This video explains what is happening with the West Belconnen landfill, how demolition material from Mr Fluffy home demolitions is being disposed of and the precautions being undertaken.
Watch our new housing video
Interested in how the landscape has influenced the master plan design and the diversity of housing types at Ginninderry? Watch or latest video featuring Tony and Martine from the project team.
Water sensitive urban design video
We are proposing to create a new community close to the Murrumbidgee River and Ginninderra Creeks. Find out more about water sensitive urban design at Ginninderry in our latest video.
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