The Latest Breaking News from Lake Burley Griffin

Uncertain forecast fails to dampen New Year's Eve celebrations

Thousands gathered for New Year's Eve celebrations and fireworks in Canberra around Lake Burley Griffin's Central Basin

The Canberra Times · Dec 31, 2022

That time Lake Burley Griffin boaties made the day for some Canberra kids

Would this happen in any other city?

The Canberra Times · Dec 28, 2022

Seaplanes will make Canberra 'comparable with the Vancouvers of the world'

The NCA admits at least half the ACT population do not support the planes.

The Canberra Times · Dec 9, 2022

New report outlines problems putting ACT's waterways at risk

State of Lakes and Waterways report reveals ongoing mismanagement

The Canberra Times · Aug 3, 2022

Asbestos being removed from sites around Lake Burley Griffin

The asbestos was first identified near the National Museum of Australia in March.

The Canberra Times · Jul 29, 2022

Swimmers bare all on the winter solstice

Close to 250 people braved the icy waters of Lake Burley Griffin.

The Canberra Times · Jun 21, 2022

A deep dive into the world of freshwater jellyfish

A recent sighting of jellyfish in Burrinjuck Dam was no joke - the freshwater invertebrates have been spotted from Australia's Top End to Tasmania ... and in Lake Burley Griffin!

The Canberra Times · May 13, 2022

Garden city nomination rejection disappoints ACT's Heritage Minister

Meanwhile, a new heritage listing of Lake Burley Griffin, its surrounding areas and bridges will add another layer of complication to the forthcoming Woden light rail project.

The Canberra Times · May 9, 2022

Canberra's Lake Burley Griffin and surrounds listed as a Commonwealth heritage site

Lake Burley Griffin and its adjacent land will now get more protection, after being listed as a Commonwealth heritage site.

ABC News · May 9, 2022

Heritage listing for Canberra rejected but Lake Burley Griffin protected

Environment Minister Sussan Ley chose not to list Canberra despite a recommendation to do so.

The Canberra Times · May 9, 2022