Weston Creek, which is now home to more than 25,000 people, has a strong sense of community and is also home to many friendly traders and service providers. Here are some of the best…

Weston Creek was named in honour of Capt George Edward Weston, a former officer of the East India Company who arrived in Australia in 1829, and was superintendent of the Hyde Park Convict Barracks in Sydney. 

Weston was granted 10 square kilometres of land at the “Yarrow-Lumla plains” in the Weston Creek area in 1831. 

Along with the adjacent Woden Valley, the area later became part of the 16,000-hectare Yarralumla Station owned by Frederick Campbell until it was resumed in 1913 as part of a land acquisition scheme after the Federal Capital Territory was declared in 1911.

Construction of Weston Creek’s eight suburbs started with Waramanga and Fisher in 1968, and was followed by Weston and Rivett in 1969, Duffy and Holder in 1970, and Chapman and Stirling in 1972. Each suburb has its own local shops, and they all share the larger district centre of Cooleman Court situated in Weston. 

Each suburb is named after a notable Australian and the street names in each suburb follow a specific theme such as Australian rivers, native flowers, or names of surveyors.

Weston Creek, which is now home to more than 25,000 people, has developed a strong sense of community and is also home to many friendly traders and service providers. Here are some of the best…

Inspiring young people in the car industry

Operating in Weston Creek for nearly 20 years, Car Mechanical Services (CMS) director Raffy Sgroi says the business has been driven and inspired by the close-knit, family-oriented nature of the community.

“Being situated in a location with such a strong sense of local spirit allows us to connect with the residents of Weston Creek and the surrounding areas as professionals who offer reliable automotive services tailored to their needs,” she says.

“As a family owned business, remaining within the local community has always been part of our mission to create a lasting impact while maintaining personal, trusting relationships with our customers.”

At CMS, Raffy says they are deeply invested in Weston Creek and have an increasing focus on sustainability, local businesses and a community-centred living value that aligns with their clients and the area.

“This allows us to continue to grow alongside the neighbourhood while adapting to the evolving needs of residents,” says Raffy.

Raffy says they are looking forward to expanding their work with local schools by offering career-discovery programs to students, with a focus on those from underrepresented backgrounds or living with disabilities.

“We are also continuing our focus on sustainability with our efforts to minimise waste and promote greener automotive repair practices,” she says.

“As part of our commitment to empowering the next generation of technicians, we plan to launch additional workshops focused on the growing field of electric vehicle repair, focusing on creating more opportunities for young people to join the industry.”

Car Mechanical Services, 82 Kalgoorlie Crescent, Fisher. Call 6162 4111 or visit carmechanicalservices.com.au

Fostering a joy in childcare learning

Catering for ages six weeks to six years, Denman Village Early Learning Centre owner Lise Percival says their goal is to foster a joy in learning.

“We cater our programs to the children’s needs and interests,” she says.

“It’s important that the children enjoy and engage with their experience.”

Lise says the centre is committed to providing high-quality care and education to all children that is respectful and nurturing.

“The program is responsible for the evolving nature of early childhood environments and is supportive of different learning styles,” she says.

Recently receiving an “exceeding” mark from the National Quality Standards (NQS), Lise says the centre is proud to go above and beyond for its children.

Acknowledging that leaving home for the first time can be a stressful task for parents and children alike, Lise encourages parents to arrange a tour of the facilities.

“Once the child has been accepted, I encourage parents to attend orientation sessions with their child to get them used to the environment and talk to the educators,” she says.

“We want to ensure that everyone feels comfortable.”

With more than 25 years of experience in education, Lise says it’s a joy to see the personal growth in a social and academic sense in each child.

“We prepare the children for their next steps,” she says.

Denman Village Early Learning Centre, 7 Felstead Vista, Denman Prospect. Call 6287 3648, or visit denmanvillagechildcare.com.au

Quality travel advice to match customer satisfaction

Weston Cruise and Travel branch manager Sonaii Witchard says the agency’s focus is entirely on offering high-quality travel advice with a strong emphasis on customer satisfaction.

“Our goal is to contribute to the local economy, support other small businesses and create a welcoming environment where people feel at home,” she says.

“What sets us apart is our commitment to personalised service, our attention to detail and our passion for what we do.

“We take pride in delivering exceptional customer service and travel arrangements tailored to the needs of the local community.”

Sonaii says Weston Creek is a close-knit community and she enjoys the supportive local atmosphere.

“We have the opportunity to connect with residents, meet new people and contribute to a vibrant neighbourhood,” she says.

“The sense of pride and camaraderie here makes it a fulfilling place to do business and makes every day exciting.”

Always on the lookout to establish strong connections with the community, Sonaii says she enjoys connecting with guests and providing solutions that improve experiences during travel experiences.

“Whether it’s helping someone find the perfect product or offering a service that makes their travel arrangements easier, seeing the positive impact we have on our guests is incredibly rewarding.”

Weston Cruise and Travel. Unit 1/20 Trenerry Street, Weston. Call 6288 4400 or visit westoncruiseandtravel.com.au

Samir wants to share the popularity secret

Starting as a single pizzeria in Enmore, Ooshman is now a thriving business with 18 locations across NSW and the ACT, says founder Charlie Hoyek.

And Samir Patel, owner of the Weston store in Trenerry Street, invites Weston Creek locals to find out why it is so popular.

Charlie renamed and rebranded the chain last year settling on a distinctive identity for the future.

“The rebranding effort was guided by customers’ involvement, with Ooshman emerging as the top choice from a poll,” he says.

“The name resonates deeply with the brand’s history and community engagement.”

Charlie says Ooshman’s new logo and look introduced a vibrant colour scheme, focusing on green, symbolising the cedar tree, which is a nod to his Lebanese heritage.

Charlie says his vision for Ooshman is not only to honour the past, but to embrace the future with enthusiasm and a commitment to providing the same great food that defines the brand.

Ooshman, Shop 1/19-27 Trenerry Street, Weston. Call 6189 8979, or visit ooshman.au

Pharmacy takes the time to care

The Chapman Pharmacy has been serving the Weston Creek community for more than 50 years.

Owner and pharmacist Veronica Vera says the team’s core focus is on long-lasting patient care through professional and expeditious service.

The pharmacy offers holistic care for families and seniors that comes with good, old-fashioned service, says pharmacist Leith Natik.

Veronica says: “We are an experienced dispensary and provide medication packs, medication history checks, patient counselling and advice.

“When customers start new drugs, we take the time to discuss possible side effects to ensure they have all the information and help they need.”

Chapman Pharmacy also sells a wide range of vitamins, skin care and gifts.

Chapman Pharmacy, shop 2, Chapman Shopping Centre, 58 Perry Drive. Call 6288 0410.