HELP US CELEBRATE 100 YEARS OF NORTHBOURNE OVAL

2025 marks a century since the establishment of Northbourne Oval — a central part of Walter Burley Griffin’s original design for Canberra. 

Listed on the ACT Heritage Register, Northbourne Oval is North Canberra’s earliest enclosed public recreational reserve and has been used continuously since 1925 – a vital hub for sports including cricket, Australian rules football and rugby league.

To mark the occasion, we’re inviting everyone who’s been part of its story — past, present — to join the celebration.

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HOW WE'RE CELEBRATING

Nominate who should appear in a permanent mural  

Your memories of Northbourne Oval
featured in a temporary installation

Enscribe your name for the next 100+ years of Northbourne Oval 

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Your memories of Northbourne Oval
featured in a temporary installation

The project was supported with funding made available by the ACT Government under the ACT Heritage Grants Program.

Braddon and Turner, aerial view from Haig Park looking south to City Hill and Mulwala Hostel   
Department of Capital Territory Collection, Pictorial Record of Canberra 1951-1953  
ACT Heritage Library.

YOU'RE INVITED

A community-curated exhibition will run 14 April to 8 May 2026 (weekdays only), featuring an Official Opening on Tuesday 14 April at 11am and a special Open Day on Saturday 18 April from 1–4pm.

Enjoy displays, speakers, tours, and hands-on storytelling—and share your memories for a chance to be featured in our community-curated exhibition.