Canberra's distinct layout as an intentionally developed bush capital-- including extensive green passages and nature reserves that cut directly through suburbs such as Aranda, Cook and Hughes-- supplies perfect conditions for spiders to travel freely from bushland into yards, making reliable Spi… Read More

Living near nature is a key aspect that makes Canberra a truly special place to live, yet this bond with the environment brings certain compromises that residents gradually master, the most noticeable being the regular sightings of spiders inside and near homes and businesses throughout the ACT. … Read More

Canberra's bond with its natural environments forms the city's identity-- attentively developed green corridors, vast parklands, and bush reserves woven into houses produce a living setting that lots of capitals can just admire. Yet this intimate nearness to native plants also ensures that spider… Read More