The ACT Government is delivering the infrastructure our growing city needs with construction kicking off on a new community centre in Gungahlin.

The new community centre will be able to be used for a wide variety of different occasions and functions.

This will include a dedicated work hub, meeting and activity rooms, multiple art workshops and studios, outdoor green spaces, a large multi-purpose community hall and expansive kitchen facilities.

Conveniently located in the heart of the Gungahlin Town Centre, there will be accessible public parking on site with secure bike parking and end-of-trip facilities available to use.

Construction of the community centre is anticipated to be completed in early 2026.

To view the designs for the Gungahlin Community Centre and stay up to date with construction progress, visit the Built for CBR website.

Quotes attributable to Minister for the Public Service, Rachel Stephen-Smith:

“Community centres are important meeting places, as well as being vital infrastructure for the community services many people rely on.

“The ACT Government is ensuring community facilities are available across Canberra. We have heard the calls from the Gungahlin community and we are pleased to be getting to work delivering a new facility tailored to the needs of this growing region.”

Quotes attributable to Minister for Planning, Chris Steel:

“The Gungahlin Community Centre will ensure that the district has more space to undertake a range of community activities from whether it is multicultural events, dance classes, gymnastics, judo, and community meetings. The centre will also provide a place for community organisations to deliver important services.

“Community facilities like these are essential to support our growing community and further community facilities are also planned as part of the future Gungahlin East precinct.

“We have already seen a strong take up for the temporary community centre, which opened in December 2023 and we are confident this new, larger facility will be well used when it opens in 2026. The temporary facility will remain in place until the long-term centre is completed.”

Quotes attributable to Minister for Disability, Carers and Community Services, Suzanne Orr: 

“Since first being elected I have advocated for a community centre for Gungahlin and having secured the commitment to build one I am now very excited to see construction start.

“I would like to thank everyone who has helped get to this stage and shape what I have no doubt will be a wonderful facility that supports and enlivens the Gungahlin community.

“This Centre will be a hub for our community, a place where we can come together, connect and thrive, and I can’t wait to see it take shape.”

Quotes attributable to Minister for Children, Youth and Families, Michael Pettersson:

“Gungahlin residents are excited for the community centre to start construction. It features a community hall, a range of multipurpose spaces, a fully equipped kitchen, and plenty of greenery.

“The centre is going to be well utilised be the community and serve as the focal point of the town centre. I am excited to see the work commence and to gather with community when it is completed to celebrate in our beautiful new community centre."

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