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Neighbourhoods

Increasingly central to a lot of retail and entertainment locales -- less than 10 minutes to Tuggeranong, Woden, Mawson, and both Erindale Centre and Wanniassa Shops are 2 minutes from anybody. Erindale features a swag of new dining options, decent coffee, a new fishmonger, and a sushi place. Wanniassa has good access to most of the major thoroughfares North with the advantage that the internal road layout doesn't allow for shortcuts so it really is local traffic only. Access South is good with the Monaro a stone's throw over the hill. People are generally friendly and community-centric type events (e.g. school fairs) get good turnouts Nicely quiet, Good nearby shopping, cinema, pools, parks. Great cycling for the kids.
Wanniassa
Increasingly central to a lot of retail and entertainment locales -- less than 10 minutes to Tuggeranong, Woden, Mawson, and both Erindale Centre and Wanniassa Shops are 2 minutes from anybody. Erindale features a swag of new dining options, decent coffee, a new fishmonger, and a sushi place. Wanniassa has good access to most of the major thoroughfares North with the advantage that the internal road layout doesn't allow for shortcuts so it really is local traffic only. Access South is good with the Monaro a stone's throw over the hill. People are generally friendly and community-centric type events (e.g. school fairs) get good turnouts Nicely quiet, Good nearby shopping, cinema, pools, parks. Great cycling for the kids.

Food scene

A Wanniassa restaurant has been crowned the ACT’s favorite restaurant in Menulog’s Summer Restaurant Awards.
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Turkish Grill
20 Gartside St
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A Wanniassa restaurant has been crowned the ACT’s favorite restaurant in Menulog’s Summer Restaurant Awards.
We ate here for the first time tonight and the food was EXCELLENT! We agreed it was the best Naan bread we’ve ever eaten and our curries were superb (Vindaloo and Madras). The servings were huge. We got a banquet which gave us a chance to try some things we’d never had before, and it was really good value, the same cost as what we would have spent on fewer individual items. We chose this spot because we had a Red Energy Rewards voucher, but next time we will choose it just because it is the best! Highly recommended!
Chalisa Indian Restaurant
210 Anketell St
We ate here for the first time tonight and the food was EXCELLENT! We agreed it was the best Naan bread we’ve ever eaten and our curries were superb (Vindaloo and Madras). The servings were huge. We got a banquet which gave us a chance to try some things we’d never had before, and it was really good value, the same cost as what we would have spent on fewer individual items. We chose this spot because we had a Red Energy Rewards voucher, but next time we will choose it just because it is the best! Highly recommended!
We eat here regularly. We usually dine in because it's a really cosy little local although their takeaway is also good. The food is really nice - super fresh, tasty, and genuine. They have a really good range and the staff are always so accommodating. If you're looking for a good Thai local in Tuggeranong - give this place a try.
Joe's Thai Food
20 Sangster Pl
We eat here regularly. We usually dine in because it's a really cosy little local although their takeaway is also good. The food is really nice - super fresh, tasty, and genuine. They have a really good range and the staff are always so accommodating. If you're looking for a good Thai local in Tuggeranong - give this place a try.
We have experienced both dine-in and takeaway options The food has been excellent and not just the usual Australian Indian options. The staff (particularly the owner/manager) are willing to provide advice on what to order to please your palate. We love the specials which usually include some very traditional Indian food. Great quality and great service.
Barbeque Nation
Erindale Drive
We have experienced both dine-in and takeaway options The food has been excellent and not just the usual Australian Indian options. The staff (particularly the owner/manager) are willing to provide advice on what to order to please your palate. We love the specials which usually include some very traditional Indian food. Great quality and great service.
Very good we have been there many times the food is great but venue tends to be noisy making conversation difficult when they are crowded
China Tea House
38-70 Gartside St
Very good we have been there many times the food is great but venue tends to be noisy making conversation difficult when they are crowded
They have an excellent range of very good Italian food. Their gluten-free pizzas are especially good.
La Piazza Cafe Restaurant
33 Gartside St
They have an excellent range of very good Italian food. Their gluten-free pizzas are especially good.
If you fancy fresh fish & chips, sipping on your favourite beverage, listening to live music & taking in picturesque lake views, then snapper is for you.
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Snapper on the Lake
Mariner Place
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If you fancy fresh fish & chips, sipping on your favourite beverage, listening to live music & taking in picturesque lake views, then snapper is for you.

Things to see and to do

If you enjoy bushwalks, nature, birdlife, wildlife and scenic views over the region, then exploring a Canberra Nature Park is an enjoyable way to spend an hour, a day or the whole weekend.
Wanniassa Hills Nature Reserve
Erindale Drive
If you enjoy bushwalks, nature, birdlife, wildlife and scenic views over the region, then exploring a Canberra Nature Park is an enjoyable way to spend an hour, a day or the whole weekend.
Kambah District Park itself is huge (22 hectares) so there is plenty of space for picnics, BBQ's and bike riding on the many flat bike paths. The Adventure Park is spread out in a few areas so some walking is required. There are an impressive long metal slide, two flying foxes and a climbing frame down one end, and two areas closer to the car park suitable for toddlers and younger children.
Kambah Adventure Park
Springbett Street
Kambah District Park itself is huge (22 hectares) so there is plenty of space for picnics, BBQ's and bike riding on the many flat bike paths. The Adventure Park is spread out in a few areas so some walking is required. There are an impressive long metal slide, two flying foxes and a climbing frame down one end, and two areas closer to the car park suitable for toddlers and younger children.
Mount Ainslie (843 meters above sea level) is one of the most popular hilltops walks in Canberra due to its tough uphill challenge and proximity to the city. The entrance to the walk is located behind the Australian War Memorial in the suburb of Campbell. Locals walk up this hill every day - some even jog - to get fit and enjoy the most iconic view of Canberra from the summit. The walk takes approximately 1-1.5 hours return.
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Mount Ainslie
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Mount Ainslie (843 meters above sea level) is one of the most popular hilltops walks in Canberra due to its tough uphill challenge and proximity to the city. The entrance to the walk is located behind the Australian War Memorial in the suburb of Campbell. Locals walk up this hill every day - some even jog - to get fit and enjoy the most iconic view of Canberra from the summit. The walk takes approximately 1-1.5 hours return.
Black Mountain (812m) is located just a short drive from the city in Acton. You can see Black Mountain from almost anywhere in Canberra as it has the 195 metre high Telstra Tower sitting on top, overlooking the city. For those who don't wish to walk, the tower can be accessed by Black Mountain Drive. For walkers however, the main entrance is from behind the sub station in Turner, however you can also begin it inside the Australian National Botanical Gardens and walk the Flower to Tower Walk.
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Black Mountain Lookout
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Black Mountain (812m) is located just a short drive from the city in Acton. You can see Black Mountain from almost anywhere in Canberra as it has the 195 metre high Telstra Tower sitting on top, overlooking the city. For those who don't wish to walk, the tower can be accessed by Black Mountain Drive. For walkers however, the main entrance is from behind the sub station in Turner, however you can also begin it inside the Australian National Botanical Gardens and walk the Flower to Tower Walk.
Mount Majura (888m) is another popular walk for locals and visitors who wish to conquer one of Canberra's highest hills. This hilltop walk can be found just minutes from Canberra Airport and has a myriad of trails to follow, so ensure you take your map with you as a reference. A popular place to start is from the Hackett Gate. The walk takes approximately 1.5 - 2 hours return, depending on which way you walk.
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Mount Majura
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Mount Majura (888m) is another popular walk for locals and visitors who wish to conquer one of Canberra's highest hills. This hilltop walk can be found just minutes from Canberra Airport and has a myriad of trails to follow, so ensure you take your map with you as a reference. A popular place to start is from the Hackett Gate. The walk takes approximately 1.5 - 2 hours return, depending on which way you walk.
Weston Park, Yarralumla) is a popular area for families with a miniature train ride and mini-golf, BBQ areas, wild kangaroos, and bike paths. See here for details. Cost for mini golf and train.
Yarralumla Play Station
9 Pescott Ln
Weston Park, Yarralumla) is a popular area for families with a miniature train ride and mini-golf, BBQ areas, wild kangaroos, and bike paths. See here for details. Cost for mini golf and train.
is a quaint miniature village that is suitable for all ages to walk around and marvel at the tiny figurines and scenes on display. There is also a little train to ride for an extra cost. Cost to enter.
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Cockington Green Gardens
11 Gold Creek Rd
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is a quaint miniature village that is suitable for all ages to walk around and marvel at the tiny figurines and scenes on display. There is also a little train to ride for an extra cost. Cost to enter.
It is open in Summer only and is Canberra's only waterpark with twisty slides and pools for all ages.
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Big Splash Waterpark
1 Catchpole St
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It is open in Summer only and is Canberra's only waterpark with twisty slides and pools for all ages.
The Historic Carousel (Civic) is located on City Walk and kids enjoy riding the horses or sitting on the elephant carriages whilst listening to the original organ music.
The Entrance Historic Carousel
89 The Entrance Rd
The Historic Carousel (Civic) is located on City Walk and kids enjoy riding the horses or sitting on the elephant carriages whilst listening to the original organ music.
Boundless Playground (Kings Park, Lake Burley Griffin) is an all-abilities playground and another popular venue for families in Canberra. This large playground is hidden in the trees, a short walk from the musical bells of the National Carillon
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Boundless Playground
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Boundless Playground (Kings Park, Lake Burley Griffin) is an all-abilities playground and another popular venue for families in Canberra. This large playground is hidden in the trees, a short walk from the musical bells of the National Carillon
Questacon (Parkes) is Canberra's most popular tourist attraction for families and it is easy to see why. With split levels of interactive science experiments and activities, it is a winner for all ages.
Questacon Science Garden
Questacon (Parkes) is Canberra's most popular tourist attraction for families and it is easy to see why. With split levels of interactive science experiments and activities, it is a winner for all ages.
Australian National Botanical Gardens has plenty of space for kids to run around and explore the many paths through rainforests and other landscapes. There are also family-friendly night tours during most school holidays.
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Australian National Botanic Gardens
Clunies Ross Street
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Australian National Botanical Gardens has plenty of space for kids to run around and explore the many paths through rainforests and other landscapes. There are also family-friendly night tours during most school holidays.