A large crowded stadium at night with a rugby game.

Belconnen

A 15-minute drive west of the city centre will find you in Belconnen, a neighbourhood home to the GIO Stadium, the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), and two hospitals.

Highlights of the area

Sporting precinct

The suburb of Bruce is home to the AIS, where Australia's champions train, and GIO Canberra Stadium where you can watch the Brumbies and Canberra Raiders.

A retail and dining hub

Westfield Belconnen is the shopping hub in this district and a nearby lakeside casual eating precinct at Emu Bank.

Thriving local arts scene

Belco Arts along Lake Ginninderra's foreshore is the area’s arts hub, with music, visual arts and theatre.

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8–9 Aug 2026

Canberra Brave vs Melbourne Ice

AIS Arena, Bruce
Next on 8 Aug 2026 from 4:45pm to 6:45pm
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Zone 3 Lasertag

Belconnen, ACT
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1–2 Aug 2026

2026 Canberra MS Mega Swim

Australian Institute of Sport Aquatic Centre, Bruce
Next on 1 Aug 2026
Steak and accompaniments on white plate

Bella Vista Italian Restaurant

Belconnen, ACT
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