04.05.2021

Keeping it in the family: The future of intergenerational living

Intergenerational living has been commonplace around the world for centuries. But could it solve big issues facing modern families today? During Canberra’s COVID-19 lockdown, many of my Millennial peers struggled […]
19.03.2021

Suburbia Utopia

WORDS Kate Edwards Our world is rapidly changing, and so are the needs and demands of our population. The development of new suburbs provides the opportunity to pave the way […]
08.10.2020

Ginninderry raising the bar when it comes to waste management

When it comes to waste, the construction industry has traditionally been a big contributor, generating more than 20 million tonnes each year in Australia alone. But instead of heading straight […]
15.09.2020

A team effort sees Ginninderry pave the way for recycled asphalt in Strathnairn.

The first roads paved with Downer’s innovative recycled asphalt product – Reconophalt – were recently unveiled in Strathnairn. The decision to move to recycled asphalt in Stage 2 will see […]
11.09.2020

Ginninderry featured as part of Sustainable House Day 2020

Ginninderry will be featured as part of Sustainable House Day on September 20, 2020. Established in 2001, Sustainable House Day is a national event that allows the public to see […]
04.09.2020

From plastic bags to streets – Ginninderry spearheads adoption of recycled asphalt in Strathnairn, with 4,200 tonnes planned.

An innovative recycled asphalt solution is now being used to build roads in the new stages of Strathnairn. The roads paved in Stage 2 will divert soft plastics from 3,094,700 […]
06.08.2020

From community noticeboard to vertical garden: exploring the future of food sustainability

Think back to the last meal you had. How much did it cost? You probably know what you paid for it – you may even still have the receipt – […]
20.07.2020

Ginninderry welcomes Parkwood Land Rezoning

The Ginninderry Joint Venture has welcomed the NSW Government’s final approval of the Parkwood Planning Proposal. The decision triggers the realisation of the full benefits of the Ginninderry project, including […]
01.07.2020

Ginninderry’s big vision for eco-friendly and sustainable living

Article re-published courtesy of The RiotACT.           The developers of the Ginninderry precinct have a big vision for the 30,000 future inhabitants of the four new suburbs. Inspired by the […]
11.05.2020

Chris Walton honoured with Strathnairn street name

Long before it was something most people even thought about, Chris Walton was passionate about sustainability. Chris grew up in the city of Brisbane, and he possessed a deep love […]
07.05.2020

Inside Canberra’s zero energy home

A home that creates the same—or more—energy than it consumes? It may sound like something futuristic, or at least the kind of abode restricted to the upper end of the […]
03.04.2020

Ginninderry Conservation Trust Project Officer – Aboriginal Identified Position

We would like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land and waterways on which we work; the Ngunnawal people, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. […]