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Most visitors need a visa or ETA before travel. Check Australian Department of Home Affairs.

Australian Dollar (AUD). Credit cards widely accepted; carry some cash for small shops.

No, tipping is not required. Round up for good service.

English. Some multicultural communities speak Mandarin, Cantonese, Italian.

Yes, tap water is safe and clean throughout Canberra.

Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST, UTC+10). Daylight saving (AEDT, UTC+11) from October to April.

Rare in suburbs. Keep distance from kangaroos and magpies during spring. Snakes are uncommon.

Yes, major carriers have good coverage. Local SIMs available at Canberra Airport.

Type I (three flat pins). Voltage 230V, frequency 50Hz. Bring an adapter if needed.

Walkable within the suburb, but a car is needed for most errands and attractions.

Canberra's main sights: Australian War Memorial, National Gallery, Parliament House, Lake Burley Griffin.