Australian Capital Territory National Land (Lakes) Ordinance 2022

Lake Burley Griffin.
Photographed by Adrian Kelson.

The National Land (Lakes) Ordinance 2022 (the Ordinance) deals with the management and use of National Lakes (Lake Burley Griffin) in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), relating to the areas of Lake Burley Griffin located on National Land. 

This Ordinance relates to the waters of the Molonglo River between Scrivener Dam and Molonglo Reach, but does not include Kingston Harbour. 

In administering the Lakes Ordinance 2022, the NCA undertakes measures to manage Lake Burley Griffin for a variety of functions and in accordance with objectives that reflect community values.

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Australian Capital Territory National Land (Lakes) Ordinance 2022

Acknowledgement of Country

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.

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