UniLodge @ UC – Guginya

Q: Does this property have an Application fee?

Yes. The resident must pay an Application Fee of $55 to secure their apartment, this is to be paid as part of the advanced payment.

Q: Do I need a mattress protector?

Yes, you need to use a mattress protector which we will provide on your check in.

Q: How much is the Internet / WIFI? Who is the provider and how much bandwidth do I have?

Internet access and WIFI is provided by Connectmy.net and speed and download vary by plan. You'll receive 10GB of internet data per month.

Q: What utility costs am I responsible for?

Water and electricity are included in your utility fee.

Q: If I wanted to break my lease, what are the costs associated with this?

The resident will be charged an Early Termination Fee equal to two weeks of Occupancy Fees and will be responsible for finding a suitable replacement to take over the remainder of the contract.

Q: Do I need to pay a departure clean fee?

Yes. The resident must pay a Departure Cleaning Fee of $150 to secure their apartment, this is paid for in the advanced payment. Additional cleaning fees may apply.

Q: Is there a cancellation fee once I have secured an apartment?

Greater than 14 days before the start date of your contract: Non-refundable: Application Fee of $55. Refundable: Security Deposit, Departure Cleaning Fee of $150 and two weeks of Occupancy Fees. Between 1 and 14 days before the start date of your contract: Cancellation Fee equivalent to two weeks of Occupancy fees. Non-refundable: Application Fee of $55. Refundable: Security Deposit, Departure Cleaning Fee of $150. On or after the start date of your contract: Cancellation Fee equivalent to two weeks of Occupancy fees. Non-refundable: Application Fee of $55 and Departure Clean Fee of $150. You are responsible for payment of the Occupancy Fees and your Security Deposit will be retained by UniLodge until a suitable replacement is secured.

Q: Is an advanced payment required?

Yes. To secure an apartment, the resident must pay a Security Deposit equal to 4 weeks’ worth of rent, Application Fee of $55, Departure Cleaning Fee of $150 and the first two weeks of rent and utilities. Prices vary depending on the room type and contract length.

Q: Do I need to organise my own Contents Insurance?

Yes this is not included in your rent.

On Campus Accommodation in the Heart of UC!

UC Campus Student Accommodation

Located to the south of Telita St and to the east of Cooinda St within the University of Canberra grounds lies UniLodge @ UC - Guginya. This student accommodation precinct offers a range of 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom and 5 Bedroom Apartments all within easy walking distance to lecture theatres, sporting grounds and eateries.

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Property Facilities

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BBQ Facilities

BBQ facilities are located at the Great Room, Building 8 and Community Central.

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Building Security

Buildings & apartments accessible by electronic swipe card, lockable bedrooms, CCTV monitoring select areas 24 hours a day, security patrols from 10pm to 5am every day.

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Car Parking

Limited parking available at $13.00 per vehicle, per week. Permits are provided with 24-hour access to a parking space for the duration of your agreement. Applications are approved on a “first in, first served” basis.

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Common Areas

There are a range of communal areas on site including

Great Room – TV with Foxtel, study group board, BBQ facilities, table tennis, piano and kitchen facilities
Learn Aquarium – An extra study room with limited computer facilities for all residents
Community Central – Kitchen facilities, lounges, pool table, board games
Building 8 – pool table, small library with study space

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Laundry

There are multiple laundry facilities for all residences to use close by. $3 per wash/dry using $1 and $2 coin.

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On Site Staff

Our on-site Residential Advisor is always available, offering general assistance, referral to counselling services, and pastoral care services. You will always have someone here for you.

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Photocopying or Printing

If you need to make a copy or print off an assignment, once of our friendly customer service staff at reception can assist. Prices start at 20c per page for black and white A4 printing.

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Public Transport

There is access to the express bus route to the CBD. The bus runs approximately every 10 minutes on weekdays from 7am-7pm.

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Shops and Cafes

There are an array of cafes and restaurants to suit everyone’s taste buds. Located a 10 minute walk to Westfield Belconnen Shopping centre which is one of the largest in Canberra, featuring around 270 specialty stores.

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Study Rooms

Quiet spaces are located throughout the site.

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Banking in Australia

There’s a lot to look forward to when you move to Australia to study. We want to make your move to the sunny side even smoother by introducing you to the Commonwealth Bank of Australia. They’re known to Aussies as CommBank.

Banking in Australia

Say hello to the Commonwealth Bank of Australia

We want to make sure you have the confidence to move smoothly and easily, knowing there’s a financial partner on your side. That’s why we’re introducing you to the Commonwealth Bank of Australia. They’re known to Aussies as CommBank.

Meet the bank more new arrivals choose

CommBank is Australia’s largest bank. They’ve been helping Australian dreams come true since 1911, and support more people moving to Australia than any other bank.

With a variety of products and services, you can get sorted in no time:

Find tips on how CommBank can help you call Australia home on their Moving to Australia website.
Depending on your situation, you may be able to get one-to-one support from a Relationship Manager*. They’re here to help you with your Australian banking needs.

CommBank are excited to welcome you to Australia.

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*Things you should know: Commonwealth Bank of Australia ABN 48 123 123 124 is a company incorporated in Australia with limited liability and subject to Australian regulation (CommBank). *Relationship management support is available to selected customers moving to Australia who earn an annual income of AUD$100,000 or above. CommBank will need to verify your income and visa to qualify for this service. The information in this website and the links provided are for general information only and should not be taken as constituting professional advice from the website owner – UniLodge Australia Pty Ltd. UniLodge Australia is not a financial adviser. You should consider seeking independent legal, financial, taxation or other advice to check how the website information relates to your unique circumstances. UniLodge Australia is not liable for any loss caused, whether due to negligence or otherwise arising from the use of, or reliance on, the information provided directly or indirectly, by use of this website.

Be a part of our community.

Mixing study periods with a meaningful social life is a balancing act and it shouldn’t cost you the earth. We know that every dollar counts when you are a student so our properties are designed to maximise the social spaces within and provide you with opportunities to mix with likeminded people through our Residential Life Program. We host many different events each month many which you can check out on the UniLodge Resident Hub for IOS or Android and on our Event pages.