Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
There will be new cricket nets installed at Bonner oval.
In brief
- The 2025–26 ACT Budget includes investment in community facilities in Gungahlin.
- These include shop upgrades, a playground and new cricket nets.
- This article overviews some of the facilities receiving support.
Gungahlin residents will see improvements to a range of community facilities across the region.
The 2025–26 ACT Budget will invest in:
- upgraded sport and recreation facilities
- a new playground
- new path and footpath improvements
- local shops revitalisation
- early work to prepare for future infrastructure in Casey.
These improvements will support the region’s growing population.
A new playground
A new playground will be built in Amaroo. It will be located at the local shops on Katherine Avenue.
Revitalised local shops
The Palmerston shops will receive upgrades. These will make the space safer and more accessible for the community.
Investing in sport and recreation
There will be new cricket nets installed at Bonner oval.
The Gungahlin Enclosed Oval (Crinigan Circle) and Harrison oval will benefit from female-friendly changeroom upgrades. These are part of ACT-wide investment in inclusive sports facilities.
Better paths and safer streets
There will be a new walking and cycling path built along Victoria Street in Hall.
Footpaths will be improved and better connected as part of an ACT-wide program.
Lighting upgrades around the region will improve safety and visibility.
Supporting Gungahlin’s future
Long-term planning is underway to meet the needs of a growing Gungahlin.
New critical infrastructure is a step closer and will ensure residents can access the things they need, close to home.
The Budget includes investment in early work in Casey.
This will prepare the precinct for the development of a new health centre and future infrastructure, such as potential community facilities and a new emergency services station.
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