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Chisholm ACT

Chisholm is named in honour of famous philanthropist Caroline Chisholm. An immigrant herself, she set up employment opportunities and other means of assistance for immigrants to Australia, particularly women. To continue this theme, streets in Chisholm are named after other notable Australian women.

Nearby suburbs

Chisholm’s neighbours include Gilmore, Gowrie and Richardson.

Did you know?

Amongst the powerful figures that supported Caroline Chisholm’s work with Immigrants in Australia was famous British author Charles Dickens.

Surrounding shops, restaurants, amenities, schools and places of interest

  • Caroline Chisholm High School
  • Chisholm Primary School
  • Chisholm Community Centre
  • The Pines Tennis Club
  • Chisholm Pharmacy
  • Chisholm Bakery
  • Chisholm Tavern
  • Chisholm Newsagency
  • Flowers From Chisholm
  • Chisholm Pizza & Takeaway
  • Chisholm Fruit Market
  • Chisholm Dental Surgery
  • Chisholm Sports Club
  • Chisholm Hair Works
  • Chisholm Medical Practice
  • Chisholm Street Gallery
  • Brindabella Bakehouse

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