Macquarie

Yes, all foreign visitors except New Zealand citizens need a valid visa or ETA before arrival.

Australian Dollar (AUD). Credit cards widely accepted, but carry some cash for small purchases.

Yes, English is the official language. Some signs are bilingual with Indigenous languages.

Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST, UTC+10). Daylight saving Oct-Apr (AEDT, UTC+11).

Yes, tap water is safe and high quality throughout Canberra and Macquarie.

Yes, in parks and shopping centres. Free and generally clean.

Type I (3 flat pins). Voltage 230V, frequency 50Hz. Bring an adapter if needed.

No, but fares are reasonable. Buses require a MyWay card or contactless payment.

Taxi or ride-share (~25 min, $30-40). Bus options require a transfer; R1 rapid bus to Belconnen then local bus.

Yes, in Canberra city centre, with share-bikes. Macquarie itself has limited hire; bring your own.

Tipping is not compulsory. Round up taxi fares or leave small change for great service. Restaurants do not include service charge.

If your phone is unlocked, buy a local SIM (Telstra, Optus, Vodafone) for best coverage. Roaming can be expensive.