Hear from your Neighbourhood Officer about what they’re up to in your area.
Greetings to Heatherway Estate, Broomwood Estate, Bowdon vale Estate, Flixton and Wythenshawe residents.
I hope you have all been having a lovely Autumn. As we move into Winter, here is an update from my estate inspections.
Fly tipping
Fly-tipping has previously been an ongoing issue, but I’m really pleased to say that I found fly tipping to be low in all areas. Thank you everyone for helping to keep our community clean and tidy - please do keep up the good work and dispose of your waste in a responsible manner.
Communal areas
In my last newsletter I mentioned that some items were being stored in communal spaces in apartment blocks. I am pleased to say that these areas do look better, however I did still come across some items which shouldn’t be there. I will be in touch with residents in the flats affected in the coming weeks, as the situation could present a fire safety risk, especially when items are being left on evacuation routes. Please do make sure you keep these places clear - items stored incorrectly may be stickered and removed to keep the areas safe for everyone.
Potholes
During my recent visit to Heatherway Estates, I noticed several potholes. I have reported these to the council, and the good news is that they do appear to be repairing them quickly.
Customer Connect Day – 15th October
We recently launched our new customer strategy – Together With You. You can read it here. To kickstart our plans, we organised our first ever Customer Connect Day - our team were out and about making a difference in our communities. A range of activities took place including litter picking, seasonal planting and gardening. Our team also visited elderly residents with care packages.
Together with colleagues, I helped tidy the grounds at Magnolia and weeded around the building. I also arranged skips at Hornbeam Close and Magnolia Court, giving residents the opportunity to dispose of any unwanted items.
Looking ahead, Epping Drive will have a skip placed near the block of three properties (18–52 Epping Drive) at the start of December. I’ll confirm the exact date closer to the time.
Some information and upcoming events that that may be of interest:
Kurry Kitchen Thursdays
Every Thursday 12pm – 2pm
Bluesci Old Trafford Wellbeing Centre, Seymour Grove, M16 0LN
This initiative is designed to empower women from the South Asian community by helping them turn their culinary skills into thriving businesses. Every Thursday, these talented women will showcase their cooking expertise and offer delicious meals for just £3 per meal.
Carers Rights Day
20th November, 12pm – 5pm
Stretford Public Hall, Chester Road, Stretford M32 0LG
If you are a carer, you might be interested in this Trafford Carers Centre event. Learn about your rights, access helpful resources, and connect with others in similar situations. Book your place here.
Open Water Wellness
10.30am - 2pm, Every Tuesday until Christmas
Sale Water Park
If you are an unemployed or low hours contract woman living in Trafford, build confidence and skills with free women-only empowering nature sessions. Email rebecca.collingwood@tcv.org.uk to find out more and sign up.
Mental Health Support from Kooth
Kooth is a free, safe, and anonymous online platform where young people can access mental health support whenever they need it. Delivered in partnership with the NHS, Kooth is available to anyone between the ages of 10-18. Find out more: https://explore.kooth.com/
I’m here to help. If you need me, please do get in touch by emailing jon.minott@irwellvalley.co.uk
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