Watson ACT
Watson was named in April 1960 in honour of John Christian Watson, Australia’s first Labor Prime Minister (and first Labor Leader). He became PM in 1904 at the age of just 37.This leafy suburb is the gateway to Canberra, welcoming visitors to our National Capital and, despite being opened nearly 50 years ago, continues to grow.
Nearby suburbs
Other suburbs in the area include Downer, Hackett, Dickson and Lyneham
Did you know?
The neighbouring suburb of Downer was originally home to the region’s abattoir.
Surrounding shops, restaurants, amenities, schools and places of interest
- Mixed Business comprising Post Office, Pharmacy and Newsagency
- Carlos at Watson (Licensed Restaurant)
- Watson Takeaway
- My Friend Asian Cuisine
- Cocos Hair Salon
Cocos Beauty Salon - Canberra Potters Society Inc, 1 Aspinall Street
The centre provides workshops in pottery techniques, exhibitions and includes the Potters Place Shop (open Thursday to Sunday and most public holidays). - Australian Catholic University Canberra Campus (Signadou), 223 Antill Street, Watson.
- Watson Preschool – Knox Street, Watson.
- Canberra Technology Park, 49 Phillip Avenue, Watson.
Located in the old Watson High School, Canberra Technology Park is home to a number of small businesses including:- The Academy of Interactive Entertainment
- Link Web Services
- Megalo Access Arts (printmaking instruction and gallery).
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