Work is set to begin on the site of the new Acton Emergency Services Station, following a traditional smoking ceremony to mark the beginning of construction.

Canberrans will begin to see the new station take shape in the heart of the city, on the corner of Parkes Way and Clunies Ross Street in Acton.

The station is expected to be completed in 2024. Its central location will reduce response times and ensure the ACT’s growing population has appropriate access to emergency services.

The station’s modern facilities will provide emergency services staff with the most up-to-date infrastructure to support their work and wellbeing.

Once completed, the new facility will provide accommodation for fire fighters and paramedics. This will help guarantee they have the resources and support required to manage the growing demands on their services.

The ACT Government announced the investment of a new fire and ambulance station to service central Canberra in 2020.

To read more about the new Acton Emergency Services Station is at builtforcbr.act.gov.au

^{An aerial render of the new facility.}

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