Bukit Canberra, the integrated sport and community hub, provides Sembawang residents with welcomed amenities. It provides a vibrant focal point for the community with a whole host of facilities that include a swimming complex and hawker centre amongst others.
When we paid a visit to Bukit Canberra, we loved the openness of the place. It did feel quite spread out rather than being cramped into one area. This also meant that it the various parts of Bukit Canberra were quite set apart from each other. So it took a while to get from the sports hall at one end to the swimming complex at the other. There are broadly two parts to Bukit Canberra and these are bisected by Old Nelson Road which leads up the former Admiralty House.
One part of Bukit Canberra that still is not yet ready is Canberra House or the former Admiralty House. It is part of the section at the top of the hill that is still under construction.
Bukit Canberra: A Hub for the Sembawang Community
The 12-hectare Sembawang hub offers areas for community activities and for residents to interact.
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Here’s a look at what you can find at Bukit Canberra.
Largest ActiveSG Gym in Singapore
The largest ActiveSG gym in Singapore, at 1,500 square metres, opened to the community at Bukit Canberra on 29 October 2023.
Catering to varying physical abilities, the inclusive new ActiveSG gym features HUR machines which use air pressure in place of traditional weights. The new equipment enables people of varying abilities to work out safely and more efficiently.
Bukit Canberra ActiveSG Swimming Complex
The Bukit Canberra ActiveSG Swimming Complex is a great place for a leisurely swim. There is a sheltered swimming pool that is 1.2 metres deep that younger kids can make use. It is also great for when it is raining but can get very croweded. There is another pool that is outdoors and open to the elements. In addition, kids can also have fun at a water playground. The only thing to take note of is that the changing rooms are quite small so you would have to be patient.
There are two eateries adjacent to the Bukit Canberra Swimming Complex. On the first floor, there is Sundae Splash, an ice cream store, and on the second is the Community Brew cafe.
ActiveSG Indoor Sport Hall
One of the key facilities at Bukit Canberra is the Indoor Sport Hall. This is located at the other end of Bukit Canberra from the Swimming Complex. The indoor sports hall provides both leisure and competitive players space to enjoy a variety of sports indoors.
The Indoor Sport Halls at Bukit Canberra can accommodate up to 12 badminton courts, two volleyball or basketball courts and a 500-seater gallery stand with seating for supporters. Find out more about the Bukit Canberra Sports Hall and how to make bookings.
Bukit Canberra Hawker Centre
Bukit Canberra Hawker Centre has more than 700 seats and allows hungry residents to enjoy hawker fare in a park-like environment.
The layout of Bukit Canberra Hawker Centre has designed to incorporate views of lush greenery into the eating spaces. Amongst the food options at Bukit Canberra Hawker Centre are stalls selling chicken rice, Korean cuisine, Teochew noodles, salted duck dishes, hearty soups, wanton noodles and much more.
We also like how families can find baby chairs at the hawker centre, making it even more convenient for young families to dine together. Find out more about Bukit Canberra Hawker Centre.
Community Lawn & Swings
The Community Lawn at Bukit Canberra is an events space. At the moment, there are some garden swings there for those who wish to just relax in the outdoors. These swings are the only playground equipment at Bukit Canberra. Perhaps there will be more play areas at the other parts of Bukit Canberra that are yet to be opened.
Community Plaza at Level 2
Just up the escalators and stairs from the Community Lawn is an activity area. There is an open space between the Active Health spaces.
This area is often used for various activities such as community workouts – great for staying fit and healthy.
Butterfly Garden
One of the outdoor leisure areas at Bukit Canberra is the Butterfly Garden on the second floor. You can take a wander around the multi-level garden and enjoy the greenery. However, at the end of the Butterfly Garden is hoarding that hides the construction that is going on at the top of the hill.
Sparks @ Bukit Canberra
Sparks @ Bukit Canberra is a volunteer zone. If you wish to give of your time, you can approach to see how you can use your skills to contribute towards the community.
Sembawang Polyclinic
Sembawang Polyclinic is run by the National Healthcare Group Polyclinics (NHGP) and provides a comprehensive range of health services for the family, functioning as a one-stop health centre providing treatment for acute medical conditions, team-based chronic disease management, preventive health, as well as women & child health services. It can be found closer to the Swimming Complex with the entrance at first floor.
More Facilities at Bukit Canberra in the Future
Forest Gym
In the future, visitors will be able to experience the benefits of exercise paired with the calming effect of nature at Bukit Canberra’s Forest Gym.
This nature-infused, fitness experience will appeal to those who are keen for a change of scenery while working out.
Therapeutic Garden
Those who love Therapeutic Gardens can look forward to one at Bukit Canberra. The garden will be designed as a calming space where visitors can take a break and enjoy the the natural world through the senses.
In the meanwhile, those who would like to visit a therapeutic garden in the north of Singapore have the option of either visiting one at Sembawang Park or Yishun Pond Park.
Canberra House (Former Admiralty House)
The former Admiralty House is be getting a major make over. Its swimming pool is being transformed into a sunken garden and there are other changes being made to the newly dubbed Canberra House.
Running Trails at Bukit Canberra
Bukit Canberra will have 1.4 km of running trails that make its way through different scenic and shaded landscapes. This will offer opportunities for both day and night trail running.
Visiting Bukit Canberra in Sembawang
There is plenty to look forward to at Bukit Canberra in Sembawang. Already, it is a welcoming space for residents and families living in the region.
Bukit Canberra is located at 21 Canberra Link, Singapore 756973. The entrance to the car park is along Canberra Link.
