Source: Australian National Party
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Released 19/10/2025
A year ago today, Canberrans voted for Labor’s progressive, long-term vision for our city.
Since then, we have been focussed on delivering what we promised Canberrans in health, education, housing and community infrastructure.
We are also undertaking the biggest transformation of our city centre since self-government.
It’s a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reshape the heart of our city, positioning the ACT to remain one of the world’s most liveable and future-ready places in the decades to come.
This transformation is well underway, with large-scale projects revitalising the way Canberrans can experience and enjoy our city, including:
- Extending the light rail network to Commonwealth Park.
- Raising London Circuit, improving connectivity and enhancing amenities between the city and lake.
- Constructing a new lyric theatre, enabling world-class performances to be held in our city.
- A more connected Acton Waterfront – creating a new lakeside destination.
- A new UNSW campus – bring around 6000 students and employees to our city centre.
- A new Canberra Aquatic Centre, which will also support future Convention Centre and Entertainment Precinct.
Canberra’s population has grown by nearly 50 per cent over the past 25 years and is now approaching 500,000.
These projects are central to ensuring Canberra continues to grow as a thriving, inclusive and sustainable capital city.
Alongside the transformation of our city centre, we are also delivering improvements right across Canberra’s suburbs and regions – ensuring every part of our growing city benefits from investment and renewal.
This includes new health centres, more parks and playgrounds, upgraded community facilities, better active travel infrastructure, and improved roads and public transport connections.
This is an ambitious plan for Canberra’s future. One that reflects our values and meets the growing needs of our city.
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Andrew Barr, MLA | Media Releases