A day in Macquarie: How to take advantage of all the suburb has to offer

Nestled on the skirts of Belconnen is Macquarie, a suburb that boasts endless activities for everyone in the family. 

Gazetted on June 22, 1967, the suburb takes its name from the former governor of NSW, Major-General Lachlan Macquarie, and the streets are named after contemporaries of the governor.

Now that restrictions are easing in the capital, businesses are eagerly waiting to welcome back customers. Macquarie’s hub is the Jamison Plaza, filled with all the essentials for your weekly grocery shop and more.

Macquarie at a glance

Population: 2700

Median house price: $815,000

Median unit price: $509,900

Top sales

29 Goulburn Place, $1.091 million

5/5 Wylde Place, $1.04 million

29 Badgery Street, $987,000

12 Clint Place, $940,000

22 Goulburn Street, $935,000

Eat and drink:

If you’re looking for a delicious brunch spot with mouth-watering flavours, Ricardo’s Cafe in Jamison Plaza is a Canberra institution and favourite when it comes to store-made cakes and pastries.

If you’re looking for a quick bite on the go, head to Hot Lantern Chinese or Jamison Takeaway.

Now that dine-in options are on the table, be sure to book ahead if you’re thinking of having dinner at Dumpling Inn, where the peking duck is a hit with the locals or Pizza Artigiana for its authentic Italian Neapolitan-style pizza.

See and do:

If iso had you sitting at home all day, take advantage of the green pastures at Jamison Oval and get a workout in. Alternatively, you can have a hit of tennis at the nearby courts.

Have you heard of the saying, one man’s trash is another man’s treasure? The truth of this can be found at Belconnen Rotary’s Trash and Treasure Market at Jamison Plaza’s car park every Sunday morning.

For a bit of relaxation, head to Suksabai Traditional Thai Massage or visit Xanthus Hair for all your hair needs.

Come summer, Big Slash Waterpark will have you covered, from waterslides, inflatables and a pool for all to enjoy.

Allhomes’ top pick for homes for sale in Macquarie:

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This three-bedroom, two-storey townhouse offers luxe living from top to bottom. Every centimetre of this residence was planned with comfort and quality in mind.

Price guide: $749,900

Private sale

Agency: Belle Property Kingston, Alexander Smout 0421 148 706