WCCC Update

Want to hear about the next development in Molonglo in Denman Prospect with every house requiring to have solar panels generating electricity? Capital Estates Development will attend our meeting this month and tell us what will be happening here. Come along to the next Public Meeting is to be held on Wednesday 28th October at 7.30 pm at the St… Continue reading

WCCC Submission on the 2016-17 Budget

WCCC’s major concern in framing the forthcoming ACT Budget is to address the needs of the Weston Creek Community. Some of the services they require have been requested numerous times over a number of years. It is frustrating to observe that they will be provided to the new Molonglo Community or the Woden community and once more the people of… Continue reading

Fetherston Gardens AGM ’15 – Reports

Fetherston Gardens Friends held an AGM on Thursday 10 September 2015. We thank the WCCC for ongoing support and partnership with our community. The committee farewelled Trevor Wilson whose service as the convenor has been extensive, and thanked him for his experience and enthusiasm on the FGF committee. We welcomed Louise Hughes and Michelle Weston to our team. The committee… Continue reading

Council Disappointed over Minister Rattenbury’s Comments on the Cotter Road

The Weston Creek Community Council is disappointed with the comments made by Minister Rattenbury this week over the proposed duplication of the last leg of the Cotter Road between the Tuggeranong Parkway and McCulloch Street Curtin. At a time when RoadsACT have completed the plans, The National Capital Authority has approved the proposed development, the matter went to the ACT… Continue reading

Fethertson Gardens Winter ’15 Newsletter

The Fetherston Gardens Friends (FGF) have been active over the winter period removing woody weeds, ivy and blackberry and have our dedicated team of volunteers to thank for the regenerating work, giving of their time and skills to many garden tasks. We continue a wonderful partnership with TAMS, Parkcare, Weston Creek Community Council (WCCC) who fully support our volunteer commitment… Continue reading

VIDEO: Tips to stay safe during swooping season

Magpies are an iconic part of life in Canberra. Their distinctive chortling sounds can help lift our spirits whilst their ability to consume vast quantities of insects, particularly damaging lawn scarab grubs, make them a welcome visitor to our gardens. During swooping season, however, they can sometimes make us feel uneasy being outdoors. There are a few simple tips you… Continue reading

Round-up for the month

We have a CHANGE OF VENUE FOR OUR PUBLIC MEETINGS FROM THIS MONTH. Council has decided to move our meetings from the Weston Club to St Jude’s Primary School Hall in Mulley Street in Holder. This will provide easy access for those with disabilities, easier parking and the premises to ourselves. It should provide a “better” meeting place for everyone.… Continue reading