A section of the footpath between Commonwealth Avenue Bridge and Queen Elizabeth Terrace will be closed for the Christmas in July event. All shared path users will be able to continue to use the Australian of the Year walk.
On Saturday 4 July a road closure will be in place at the end of Parkes Place West. In addition, once the car parks are full traffic will be diverted away from Parkes Place West.
Footpath closure
Dates: 25 June - 9 July 2026
Location: Footpath between Commonwealth Avenue Bridge and Queen Elizabeth Terrace
Road closure
Date: 4 July 2026
Time: 9:00am - 2:00pm
Location: Parkes Place West
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.