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04.05.2021
Keeping it in the family: The future of intergenerational living
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
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
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.
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 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.
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
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
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
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
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
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