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Rivett ACT

Rivett is named in honour of Sir David Rivett a Rhodes Scholar, Professor of Chemistry and first Chief Executive Officer of the then CSIR (now CSIRO) from 1927 to 1946.

Nearby suburbs

Other suburbs in the area include Chapman, Duffy, Fisher, Holder, Stirling, Waramanga and Weston.

Did you know?

Streets in Rivett are named after Australian flora.

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

  • Rivett shops
    Located on the corner of Bangalay Circuit and Rivett Place, the centre contains a supermarket, newsagents, convenience store and bakery.
  • Rivett Preschool
  • Rivett Primary School
  • Reformed Church of Canberra
  • Salvation Army Burrangiri Respite Services for elderly people
  • Kidstart Education and Activity Centre

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