Canberra with a population of nearly 300, 000 is the nerve centre of the Australian Federal Government, a three hour drive or a 45-minute flight from Sydney. 

Set in a broad valley in the southern tablelands of New South Wales, Canberra is a lakeside city of parklands, restaurants, beautiful bush land & leafy suburbs. 

The Australian Capital Territory, or ACT as it is generally known, is an 88 km long & 30 km wide area that contains the national capital. 

Canberra was specifically planned & built to be the home of federal parliament, the serving politicians, ministeries & associated public servants. The majority of foreign embassies & consulates are also located there.

The northern part of the ACT is dominated by Canberra, its man-made features such as Lake Burley Griffin & surrounding suburbs. 

The southern region consists mainly of the Namadgi National Park & the adjoining Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve. The southern boundary of the ACT is close to the New South Wales high country & the Snowy Mountains ski fields.

Canberra's main attraction for visitors & locals is the way in which it successfully combines a city lifestyle with beautiful native bush land & fresh air. Often referred to as the "Bush Capital" because of its natural bush setting, Canberra provides a stunning backdrop for it's many attractions & annual events.

Canberra is famous for its politics, art & history, but you'll also discover a city full of life & activity. 

The city comes alive when the sun sets with an array of nightlife & restaurants. Canberra has another secret too - its boutique wineries, known for producing cool climate whites & some pretty fantastic reds.