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Re: Heading to Canberra?......
What about this question......
I get the gist that the suburbs are pretty much self contained and I am sure that there will be plenty of activities for children..... However are there any particular suburbs or areas that you feel caters for children the best? Do all suburbs have swimming pools, gyms, cinemas, their own clubs such as karate clubs, football clubs and other activities? What are the best areas for this sort of thing without having to travel too far? Hey have kids will travel, Mums taxi and all that! I am in and out the car like a yoyo! Any input greatly received...... Thanks Carmel |
Re: Heading to Canberra?......
Carmele
The reason I'm not so keen on Gungahlin is, as others have said, that the blocks are small and it is quite far from the rest of Canberra. Roads into the Civic have been quite congested but this will probably improve with a new road they will open later this year. That being said, if you want to maximise the size of your house for your $$$, and you put a premium on having a new house, then it might be a good option. I think there are more young children in the outer (cheaper) suburbs like Gungahlin. We were tempted to consider moving into a semi-rural area. The countryside around Canberra is lovely - particularly after some rain. There are lots of nice houses on multi-acre blocks. Good areas are Murumbateman and, in the direction of Lake George, Macs Reef Road and Bungendore Road. We had friends who lived on Macs Reef Road about 3 minutes to the Federal Highway and it only took them 10-15 minutes to get into Dickson for shoping and maybe another 10-15 minutes to get into Civic. Most people have horses and there are some really nice houses. You can also drive to the coast in about 1 hour 45 minutes from there and to the centre of Sydney in about 2.5 hours. I agree about the social thing being affected by the high turnover rate. We have, for instance, had friends who were diplomats and, come what may, they leave after 4 years. Many young public servants go back to state capitals after a few years. This is partly because Canberra is not a cheap place to live and it can be hard to retain younger, less wealthy people.
Originally Posted by carmele
(Post 4724724)
What about this question......
I get the gist that the suburbs are pretty much self contained and I am sure that there will be plenty of activities for children..... However are there any particular suburbs or areas that you feel caters for children the best? Do all suburbs have swimming pools, gyms, cinemas, their own clubs such as karate clubs, football clubs and other activities? What are the best areas for this sort of thing without having to travel too far? Hey have kids will travel, Mums taxi and all that! I am in and out the car like a yoyo! Any input greatly received...... Thanks Carmel |
Re: Heading to Canberra?......
Just found this link for canberra if it helps anyone....
www.street-directory.com.au I'm not sure how comprehensive this list is but there are contact details for businesses, entertainment, clubs, health and fitness etc. You can search by category. Carmel |
Re: Heading to Canberra?......
Originally Posted by Tiggs+Graz
(Post 4723052)
thanks!
we would even consider semi-rural but i think that would need us to drive around the area and have a look for suitable areas. did a quick check on multimap and it says 20 mins for Queanbeyan to Civic - (of course that is from 'edge to edge' rather than where you would prob be travelling from and doesnt take into account traffic etc) but that is still well within our commutable area so i will give it a look. Adele |
Re: Heading to Canberra?......
Gungahlin just doesn't do it for me, roof line touchings, houses too big for the blocks, seems like it is shops, dense urban accommodation with the big highlight going to the Ainslie Club for a dinner and waste all your $s int the pokey machines. For me it just doesn't have what the older suburbs have.
Queanbeyan has a certain stigma. Never lived there myself, probably never will. For me nothing beats the inner burbs. Larger blocks, development trees in the street, public transport is a bit easier, life seems more relaxed with more long term residents. If you want to spend $500k take a look at Ainslie, Dicksons, Hackett has some interesting buildings. However for that price expect a renovators delight. |
Re: Heading to Canberra?......
Originally Posted by bencoles
(Post 4725158)
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We were tempted to consider moving into a semi-rural area. The countryside around Canberra is lovely - particularly after some rain. There are lots of nice houses on multi-acre blocks. Good areas are Murumbateman and, in the direction of Lake George, Macs Reef Road and Bungendore Road. We had friends who lived on Macs Reef Road about 3 minutes to the Federal Highway and it only took them 10-15 minutes to get into Dickson for shoping and maybe another 10-15 minutes to get into Civic. Most people have horses and there are some really nice houses. You can also drive to the coast in about 1 hour 45 minutes from there and to the centre of Sydney in about 2.5 hours. ...
Originally Posted by sasbear
(Post 4725459)
Sutton is just over the border - we have family with property out there - can be a bit pricey but then again it depends on what you are looking for.
had a quick look at house prices online and i can see what you mean about a bit pricey - still worth considering though
Originally Posted by Vicky88
(Post 4726384)
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For me nothing beats the inner burbs. Larger blocks, development trees in the street, public transport is a bit easier, life seems more relaxed with more long term residents. If you want to spend $500k take a look at Ainslie, Dicksons, Hackett has some interesting buildings. However for that price expect a renovators delight. ... Just wish i could get across in person and have a proper look around! Adele |
Re: Heading to Canberra?......
Originally Posted by killamarsh
(Post 4724553)
Thank you so much for the input. This is more info than I have rcd in the whole time I have been using this forum.
... . Karma all round! Adele EDIT: I think i sent K to you all - if i missed anyone let me know!!! |
Re: Heading to Canberra?......
Originally Posted by googy
(Post 4717327)
Legally, there is a big difference between buying land in ACT (Canberra) and NSW. In NSW (& other states), you "buy" your land thus you can own it and do what you want with it (subject to the local planning laws etc). In ACT, you get a 99 year lease from the Govt, thus at the end of the 99 years the govt can technically take it back from you. It is a big issue here recently in Canberra, as you will be aware that ACT was settled approx 96 years ago (or around that mark), thus alot of leases are coming up for renewal in the next few years. There was talk a few yrs ago of going like NSW but nothing happened. I think from what I have read the government will offer the people the lease again for another 99 years. I think they will get it for "free" or pay a token amount of $1.00.
However, in reality this system means "nothing" to most normal people. if you asked the average "joe" on the street they problery wouldn't even know. It doesn't really effect anything in the day to day running of the property. I have found some info that u may like http://www.actpla.act.gov.au/__data/...3Leasehold.pdf It explains the lot... Cheers Casey Canberra, Aust. |
Re: Heading to Canberra?......
I appreciate this sounds like ' well I read it in The Sun so it is true', but, I read on the Canberra Times headlines today that Canberra gets treated 'poo' water - is this true? I hear it's actually cleaner than the normal stuff that we all receive, but hey who knows.
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Re: Heading to Canberra?......
Originally Posted by killamarsh
(Post 4742396)
I appreciate this sounds like ' well I read it in The Sun so it is true', but, I read on the Canberra Times headlines today that Canberra gets treated 'poo' water - is this true? I hear it's actually cleaner than the normal stuff that we all receive, but hey who knows.
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Re: Heading to Canberra?......
Originally Posted by killamarsh
(Post 4742396)
I appreciate this sounds like ' well I read it in The Sun so it is true', but, I read on the Canberra Times headlines today that Canberra gets treated 'poo' water - is this true? I hear it's actually cleaner than the normal stuff that we all receive, but hey who knows.
Adele |
Re: Heading to Canberra?......
And you know I always wanted to be totally organic;...
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Re: Heading to Canberra?......
Originally Posted by killamarsh
(Post 4748397)
And you know I always wanted to be totally organic;...
quick questions on maps of Canberra and ACT i can find a tourist map of canberra city but cant find anything like an area map for canberra and ACT - does anyone know of one? i am looking for something with roads/towns/main landscape features. preferably fold out so i can get open it over the floor and get a birds eye view! my fil is a map salesman so he can get me just about any map i need but i need to be able to give him the publisher/map code. Ta Adele |
Re: Heading to Canberra?......
Originally Posted by Tiggs+Graz
(Post 4749004)
i wonder why the work 'organic' always makes people think of poo?! :p :lol:
quick questions on maps of Canberra and ACT i can find a tourist map of canberra city but cant find anything like an area map for canberra and ACT - does anyone know of one? i am looking for something with roads/towns/main landscape features. preferably fold out so i can get open it over the floor and get a birds eye view! my fil is a map salesman so he can get me just about any map i need but i need to be able to give him the publisher/map code. Ta Adele I will look when I get home. I have one pinned to the back of the door in spare room (Tom's room - now spare room :( ) |
Re: Heading to Canberra?......
Originally Posted by sasbear
(Post 4750114)
I will look when I get home. I have one pinned to the back of the door in spare room (Tom's room - now spare room :( )
Has Tom gone back now? i know he had decided to go. My 16 year old is currently planning on coming with us but i have always said that it was his choice and there is still a chance he still might decide to stay over here with his Dad. Cant really describe the feeling i get when i think he might not come. :( Sending sympathetic (((hugs))) :o Adele |
Re: Heading to Canberra?......
Originally Posted by Tiggs+Graz
(Post 4751984)
Thanks that would be great.
Has Tom gone back now? i know he had decided to go. My 16 year old is currently planning on coming with us but i have always said that it was his choice and there is still a chance he still might decide to stay over here with his Dad. Cant really describe the feeling i get when i think he might not come. :( Sending sympathetic (((hugs))) :o Adele You don't have to describe the 'feeling' I left my 14 year old with her dad - that was almlost 3 years ago. Tom went back on the 11th April - it is his 20th birthday this Sunday - the first birthday I haven't spent with him since giving birth:( sad day. Jade (16 almost 17) is here with us and came out at 14 - settled. Loads of mates here and wouldn't go back to UK to live. Forgot to check the map - will put reminder on my phone now.... I have a terrible memory. Sarah PS Hope your son makes a good choice - at least to come and try it for a year. |
Re: Heading to Canberra?......
Originally Posted by sasbear
(Post 4750114)
I will look when I get home. I have one pinned to the back of the door in spare room (Tom's room - now spare room :( )
Here is a link.... http://www.themapshop.com.au/site/in...&brand_id=1041 |
Re: Heading to Canberra?......
Originally Posted by sasbear
(Post 4759041)
thanks for that! tried to send you k but need to spread!
Originally Posted by sasbear
(Post 4754054)
Adele,
You don't have to describe the 'feeling' I left my 14 year old with her dad - that was almlost 3 years ago. Tom went back on the 11th April - it is his 20th birthday this Sunday - the first birthday I haven't spent with him since giving birth:( sad day. Jade (16 almost 17) is here with us and came out at 14 - settled. Loads of mates here and wouldn't go back to UK to live. Forgot to check the map - will put reminder on my phone now.... I have a terrible memory. Sarah PS Hope your son makes a good choice - at least to come and try it for a year. Andrew is currently planning on looking for a uni course once we get across so he should be fairly settled for a few years :) (that is what i am hoping anyway!) Adele |
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