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Overview

Rivett is a residential suburb on the western edge of Canberra’s Weston Creek district, established in the late 1960s and named after scientist Sir David Rivett. At the 2021 Census it was home to 3 354 residents, with streets honouring Australian flora. The community rebuilt after several homes were lost in the 2003 Canberra bushfires, fostering a close‑knit neighbourhood character.

Daily convenience centres around the Rivett shopping precinct on Rivett Place, offering a supermarket, newsagency, hairdresser, café, bakery and therapeutic massage. Families benefit from Rivett Preschool nearby, while the Reformed Church of Canberra and Burrangiri Respite Services provide worship and elder‑care facilities. Extensive open spaces, including western playing fields, neighborhood parks and pedestrian parkland, support an active outdoor lifestyle. ACTION’s Route 64 bus links the suburb to Chapman, Cooleman Court and Woden Town Centre, with taxis providing additional transport options.