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BLOC Submission - Amended Plans Lodged

The proposal was for a mixed use 5 storey development with 14 apartments, offices and cafes. Submissions on the original plans closed on 24 March 2025. The YRA was advised on 18 December 2025 that amended plans have been lodged and that the closing date for submissions is 21 January 2026.
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Community views on future use of the site of the former YMCA Auxiliary Hall

The Senior Project Manager, Land Supply, Planning and Sustainable Land Development sought the views of the YRA on the future use of Block 3 Section 53 Yarralumla, the former YMCA Auxiliary Hall site. The YRA sought the views of members and submitted their feedback to the ACT Government.
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Do you need a Red Bow for your street tree?

It's nearly Red Bow time of year again. If you need a red bow Read More for options for getting a bow. Yarralumla's tradition of dressing our street trees with red bows during the festive season started in December 2019. The YRA dressed the trees at the entrances to Yarralumla and at the shops and in Novar Street. Our residents did the rest with over 600 of our street trees sporting big red bows in that first year.
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Yarralumla Does Christmas

1 Dec 2025

Yarralumla Residents Association invites our community - all those who live, play, work, or go to school in Yarralumla - to share a free and fun afternoon celebrating our community and the festive season. Jackos pizza van or byo picnic. Band, dancing, kids activities, and several local businesses have donated vouchers for us to give away on the day.

Canberra Time Fun Run - Volunteers needed - Sunday 2nd November 2025

18 Sep 2025

YRA needs volunteers to help on the drink stalls for this year's Fun Run. You'll get a close up view of the race and be able to cheer on the runners who are always very appreciative. Providing volunteers for the Fun Run is one of the ways we raise funds to support our community initiatives.

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Submissions Close for comments on amended BLOC Development Plans

The YRA was advised on 18 December 2025 that amended plans have been lodged and that the closing date for submissions is 21 January 2026. See News story for more detail — 5:00pm

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What is the YRA?

Established in 1988, The YRA is an incorporated association formed to represent the views of residents of Yarralumla. Membership is voluntary and by subscription. It is available to residents located within Yarralumla.

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