There is good provision for all the usual leisure, artistic and sporting activities, including rowing and sailing on Lake Burley Griffin which is in the middle of the city, and adjacent to the ANUcampus. Canberra is 550-610 metres above sea level. In summer the temperature rarely goes above 33 degrees Celsius. The temperature usually drops considerably at night. There are cold winds and frosty nights in winter but often plenty of sun by day.
Warm clothing is essential.
The coast, which has many beautiful beaches, is a two hour drive through pastoral and forested country. Living in Canberra has many advantages. Find out more about Canberrra.