Gungahlin, Australian Capital Territory — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Gungahlin.
| Locality | Gungahlin |
| Territory | Australian Capital Territory (ACT) |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Major Cities of Australia |
| Latitude | -35.18772 |
| Longitude | 149.13262 |
| Population | 6,094 |
| Density | 1336.4 /km² |
| Area | 4.6 km² |
| Elevation | 627 m |
| Postcode | 2912 |
| Area Code | 02 |
| Distance to Canberra | 10 km north |
Gungahlin is a locality in the Australian Capital Territory, Australia. It has a population of approximately 6,094. The locality covers an area of 4.6 km², giving a population density of about 1336.4 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 627 m above sea level. It lies approximately 10 km north of Canberra. Gungahlin is located at 35.1877°S, 149.1326°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 2912.
Gungahlin unfolds across a landscape of gentle, rolling hills, a tapestry of cultivated paddocks and burgeoning residential areas beneath a wide, often luminous sky. It lies 73.2 km south-west of Goulburn, NSW (from Goulburn, NSW: bearing 228°T), and is situated 2.9 km south-east of Ngunnawal. The air here carries a crispness, particularly in the early mornings, hinting at the proximity of the Brindabella Ranges, their distant, hazy silhouettes a constant presence on the western horizon. The land itself, a rich ochre in places, slopes and dips with a quiet persistence, giving way to pockets of remnant bushland where the scent of dry gum leaves and the calls of unseen birds create a subtle, earthy perfume. Even in its newer developments, a certain openness persists, a sense of space that allows the pale Australian sun to cast long, clear shadows across manicured lawns and the broader sweep of the terrain.
The story of Gungahlin is one of transformation, from its pastoral roots to its present-day status as a rapidly expanding hub. Historically, this land was part of the vast sheep runs that defined the early Canberra district, its fertile valleys well-suited to grazing, a legacy still hinted at in the occasional weathered fence post or the enduring resilience of the native grasses. Today, Gungahlin’s economy is driven by the needs of its growing population, a vibrant mix of retail, services, and education, with a strong emphasis on building and development. The Gungahlin Town Centre, a modern heart beating with commerce and community activity, stands as a testament to this ongoing evolution, a place where the quiet hum of everyday life is punctuated by the distant rumble of construction and the cheerful chatter of families.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Gungahlin, Australian Capital Territory with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Gungahlin.
Detailed location data for Gungahlin includes the postcode (2912), telephone area code (02), with an ABS remoteness classification of Major Cities of Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Gungahlin is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |