The Axtane News: Winter Edition 2025
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Spring Update (April 2025)
Hello Axtane Close residents! This is the exciting re-launch of our community newsletter, bringing you the latest updates on projects, events, and co-op living.
A Message from the Editor (Tracey, No 20)
I’m thrilled to introduce our new newsletter! Since moving to Axtane Close in April 2022, I’ve learned how vital our co-operative structure is. Without resident volunteers on the committee, we’d lose the advantage of managing our own estate. Any resident can be voted onto the committee and help keep Axtane Close the safe and lovely place we all enjoy.
We need your stories! Do you have good news, a neighbour’s good deed, local concerns about transport, or points of interest? Drop a note to me at No 20—photos welcome! Let’s make The Axtane News interesting and inclusive for everyone.
Project Showcase: Making Axtane Close Better
The committee has been busy making improvements!
New Car Park Lighting: Lights have been installed in the car park by the houses and single block, as well as the middle car park. This project is ongoing, with more lighting planned soon.
Corner Safety Planters: A huge thank you to Kim, Julie, and Jackie for installing planters on the corner of Axtane Close. This not only makes the area safer for pedestrians but also improves visibility for drivers by eliminating a “blind corner.”
Hot News & Important Updates
New! Free Mutual Exchange Platform: Mark Constable (Chairman) is excited to announce the launch of House Exchange on April 1st, 2025. Check the attached details to learn about this free mutual exchange platform.
Maintenance Update: Our maintenance is now managed in-house by the committee.
New Maintenance Officer: Please direct all non-emergency maintenance issues to Katie Allen (No 13) between 9 am and 5 pm.
Contact Katie: Please email for Katie’s contact details or drop a note through the door of No 13.
Upcoming Event: General Meeting!
Join us for our Ordinary General Meeting (OGM)—it’s a great chance to catch up and contribute to our community’s future.
When: Wednesday, April 23rd at 7:30 pm
Where: The British Legion Hall
Why Attend? We’ll have refreshments, nibbles, a raffle, and two cash prizes up for grabs! Remember to bring your attached ticket.
We’ll also be discussing ideas for our summer outing this year! Popular suggestions include Southend on Sea, Hastings, and Broadstairs (which hosts its Folk Festival from August 8th–14th—thanks Lesley!).
Did You Know?
Need to catch up on what the committee is discussing?
View Meeting Minutes: Residents can request to view the minutes of any committee meeting simply by contacting our secretary, Julie, at No 36.
Raise an Issue: If you have any housing or tenant issues you’d like included in the agenda for the next committee meeting, contact Julie at No 36.
