Gilmore, Australian Capital Territory

Gilmore is a suburb in the Canberra, Australia, district of Tuggeranong. The postcode is 2905. The suburb is named after the poet and journalist, Dame Mary Gilmore. It was gazetted on 5 August 1975. Streets are named after journalists, particularly female journalists.

Gilmore
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
Gilmore
Coordinates35°25′16″S 149°07′59″E
Population2,706 (2021 census)
 • Density1,350/km2 (3,500/sq mi)
Established1985
Gazetted5 August 1975
Postcode(s)2905
Area2.0 km2 (0.8 sq mi)
DistrictTuggeranong
Territory electorate(s)Brindabella
Federal division(s)Bean
Suburbs around Gilmore:
Fadden Macarthur
Gilmore Chisholm
Chisholm Chisholm

It is next to the suburbs of Macarthur and Chisholm and is bounded by the Monaro Highway, Isabella Drive, and Hambidge Crescent.

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