The National Capital Authority is responsible for planning, developing and maintaining Canberra as Australia's national capital. Our work includes administering the National Capital Plan, managing nationally significant places and assets, supporting public engagement and visitor experiences and helping to preserve the character and significance of the national capital.
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Our Board
Our Board, also known as the Authority, is the National Capital Authority's primary decision-making body and provides strategic direction for the organisation.
Our staff work across a range of disciplines including planning, heritage, major projects, infrastructure services, estate management, communications, visitor experience and corporate services. Together, these teams support the National Capital Authority's responsibilities across Australia's national capital.
The National Capital Authority has its origins in Canberra's unique planning history, which dates back to the early 20th century and the establishment of the Federal Capital Territory.
We acknowledge the Ngunnawal people as traditional custodians of the ACT and recognise any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region.
We acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this city and this region.
