Members of the MCG are so very sorry to learn of the sudden death of one of our gardeners, Stephen Ford, at his home last Saturday.
Steve and Jenny Ford attended the MCG working bee last Saturday morning 20 January 2024. Steve's death occurred suddenly, soon after returning home.
We all at the MCG extend our deepest condolences to Jenny and to their family.
A memorial service to celebrate Steve's life, is being held at Mollymook Surf Club
Tuesday 30th January.
We remember Steve's charm, ready smile and selfless contribution as to the MCG.
We will miss him very much.
With deep sadness.
MCG has Now Reopened to Gardeners, 7 October 2023
Urgent Notice MCG 2 October 2023
MCG has been advised by ANU that entry to the Campus, and therefore our community garden, is prohibited until further notice.
This is, of course, a precaution brought on by the bushfire risk posed by a fire at nearby Bundle Hill Rd.
ANU will advise MCG when we can resume entry and this notice will be cancelled.
MCG Management Committee,
MCG has been advised by ANU that entry to the Campus, and therefore our community garden, is prohibited until further notice.
This is, of course, a precaution brought on by the bushfire risk posed by a fire at nearby Bundle Hill Rd.
ANU will advise MCG when we can resume entry and this notice will be cancelled.
MCG Management Committee,
A Picture of Hope from our newest MCG Member Soizic Chancelle, 1 October 2022
Soizic is originally from Bordeaux in France. She and her husband are currently living in Kioloa.
MCG Annual General Meeting, Followed by General Meeting, 10 September 2022
Purloining Leonie's Water Tank for the MCG, May 2022
Christmas Party with Davenport Cottage at the MCG, 17 December 2021
,A lovely Christmas was celebrated with staff and clients from Davenport Cottage at the Garden. Thank you to Sheree Montgomery, pictured, Coordinator for Independent Living Ulladulla, and Carers, for providing the delightful food and drinks.
Garlic Harvest 2021
A bumper garlic crop was harvested at the MCG in December 2021. The difference in the garlic crop compared to recent years being that of quality rather than quantity. Garlic cloves were exceptionally large and juicy. At the December Murramarang Community Markets, the MCG stall sold out its store of garlic within minutes. Garlic is a significant cash crop for the MCG including sales to a number of local restaurants. Many thanks to those MCG members who participated in the harvest and a particular thank you, again, to Garden Manager Harley Delves for his stewardship of the garlic crop at MCG.
Annual General Meeting, and General Meeting of the MCG, Saturday 21 August 2021.
An on-line Annual General Meeting and General Meeting of the MCG was held on 21 August 2021. The key agenda of the AGM concerned the election of Office Bearers and Management Committee Members of the MCG for 20212-2022. The subsequent election resulted in appointment of the following nominees.
President: Klas Johansson
Vice-President: Don Davidson
Treasurer: Robyn Johansson
Secretary: Judith Carroll
Management Committee Members: Neil Brown, Sybille Davidson, Catherine Delves, Harley Delves, Rob Evans, John Hudson, Richard Lake, and ex officio member Ewen Sussman.
MCG Management Committee appointed as;
Joint Garden Managers: Sybille Davidson and Harley Delves.
President: Klas Johansson
Vice-President: Don Davidson
Treasurer: Robyn Johansson
Secretary: Judith Carroll
Management Committee Members: Neil Brown, Sybille Davidson, Catherine Delves, Harley Delves, Rob Evans, John Hudson, Richard Lake, and ex officio member Ewen Sussman.
MCG Management Committee appointed as;
Joint Garden Managers: Sybille Davidson and Harley Delves.
Presentation of Life Membership to MCG President Ewen Sussman and his appointment as Patron of the MCG, held at the Garden, Saturday 24 July, 2021.
A celebratory event was held at the garden on Saturday 24 July to present our outgoing President for the past 11 years, Ewen Sussman, with a Certificate of Life Membership and to appoint him as our Patron in recognition of the work Ewen undertook in our formative years and has continued to do so - always with enthusiasm and in good spirits.
The Shoalhaven City Council Mayor, Cr Amanda Findlay, presented these awards to Ewen.
Sybille Davidson presented Amanda with flowers to thank her for attending our event and for the many years of support she has given our community garden.
Klas and Robyn Johansson took the opportunity to thank The Veolia Mulwaree Trust for their generosity in recently awarding MCG a grant entitled MOWBILITY, enabling easier and "greener" maintenance of the large site.
Don Davidson conducted a tour of the garden for The Mayor and other guests.
Our friends from DAVENPORT COTTAGE Ulladulla, attended the event - Sheree Montgomery the Coordinator of the group house for people with disabilities, spoke of the joy and satisfaction that house members experience during their twice weekly visits to the garden; planting, tending and harvesting their crops.
The ceremony was followed by a morning tea, coordinated by one of our most treasured members, Marie O'Connell.
Thank you to John Hudson, Peter Gill, Leonie Coombes and Neil Brown for the following photographs. Click on the small images below to enlarge.
The Shoalhaven City Council Mayor, Cr Amanda Findlay, presented these awards to Ewen.
Sybille Davidson presented Amanda with flowers to thank her for attending our event and for the many years of support she has given our community garden.
Klas and Robyn Johansson took the opportunity to thank The Veolia Mulwaree Trust for their generosity in recently awarding MCG a grant entitled MOWBILITY, enabling easier and "greener" maintenance of the large site.
Don Davidson conducted a tour of the garden for The Mayor and other guests.
Our friends from DAVENPORT COTTAGE Ulladulla, attended the event - Sheree Montgomery the Coordinator of the group house for people with disabilities, spoke of the joy and satisfaction that house members experience during their twice weekly visits to the garden; planting, tending and harvesting their crops.
The ceremony was followed by a morning tea, coordinated by one of our most treasured members, Marie O'Connell.
Thank you to John Hudson, Peter Gill, Leonie Coombes and Neil Brown for the following photographs. Click on the small images below to enlarge.
Fig Enclosure's Netting Replaced, July 2021
Don has begun replacing the rusted wire netting on the fig enclosure, with white poly-netting. Help from Klas and Richard has seen good progress made over the last two two weeks.
'No Dig' Garden: Morag Gamble's Method, 27 June 2021
Sybille is trialling a "No Dig" approach to controlling weeds in garden beds at MCG. Last Saturday Working Bee, Sybille and Klas applied the new method to an old strawberry bed in the communal area.
For greater detail about this method click on the GARDEN MAINTENANCE tab at top of this page.
For greater detail about this method click on the GARDEN MAINTENANCE tab at top of this page.
Recent Drone Images of the MCG, 21 June 2021
Many thanks to John Hudson for these latest images of the MCG
Regular Visitors from Independence Ulladulla and Davenport Cottage Ulladulla, providers of disability services, visit MCG 18 June 2021
Another wonderful morning tea at 11.00 am with our regular visitors from Davenport Cottage.
MCG wins Veolia Mulwaree Trust Grant, 6 April 2021
oA 2021 grant application by MCG member Robyn Johansson to The Veolia Mulwaree Trust has been successful. The grant is for much needed infrastructure at the MCG, which is a self funding organisation. Everyone at MCG is grateful to Robyn for dedicating her time and expertise.
Murramarang Community Garden wishes to thank the The Veolia Mulwaree Trust for their grant.
Murramarang Community Garden wishes to thank the The Veolia Mulwaree Trust for their grant.
New Children's Play Equipment installed at MCG, 1 June, 2021
Judith and Neil's grandkids Ivy and Teddy test out the new children's swings at the MCG.
Many thanks to Judith, and to Rob, with help from Don, for great installation work
Many thanks to Judith, and to Rob, with help from Don, for great installation work
"Weeding Bee" at the MCG, 6 March 2021
16 MCG members contributed to a weeding bee on Saturday 6 March. The weeds are beginning to assert themselves due to high summer rainfall this year. This was the first collective gardening event held at the MCG since COVID 19 restrictions were put in place in 2020.
Thanks to Sybille for the images.
Thanks to Sybille for the images.
Gabion Birdbath, February 2021
John Tapsell has made a simple birdbath in the northern windbreak at the MCG, of granite packed Gabion construction. John says the plastic top is going to be upgraded.
Fabulous Sea Plane View of the MCG Courtesy of Teddy Scott Aged 7 years, 22 January 2021
Replacement of Ageing Garden Beds, February 2021
In its tenth anniversary the MCG is facing the need to renew some of its basic infrastructure. The most basic of all is the raised treated pine garden beds. There are 60 beds for annual rental by members. Construction of the original beds was of treated pine sleepers, 2 metres by 1 metre, and usually two sleepers high. Sleepers were joined using long, corrosion proof screws at each corner. While this method is economical, the longevity of the corner joints is limited, requiring reinforcement of the corners using ad hoc measures. Now that many beds require renovating the MCG Management Committee has agreed to trial the use of galvanised steel corner braces in securing the sleepers. Don, assisted by Klas, Neil, Harley and others has designed and fabricated corner braces, completing the prototype as illustrated. Note how the corner braces enable prefabrication, a great advantage in the replacement process.
ANU Provision of Improved Access Road and Sealed Car Park for MCG, February 2021
ANU has upgraded access to MCG from Murramarang Road with the addition of a new road and car park. A feature of the upgrade is the provision of a new gate immediately to the right of the main entrance to the Kioloa Campus. MCG members now have the advantage of accessing the garden by two gates instead of three. A feature of the upgrade is the large graded carpark at the garden itself with ample room for reversing.
Completion and Planting Out of the Memorial Garden for Malcolm Salmon, MCG's Inaugural Garden Manager, February 2021
In 2020 the MCG Management Committee agreed to build a memorial garden in tribute to MCG's first Garden Manager, Malcolm Salmon. Testimonies to Malcolm can be found under Previous Events in the main links above.
The garden is a half metre high, triangular space situated to the north of the Main MCG Shed. Construction is by dry-stone granite wall. The memorial garden has been planted with local Waratahs in recognition of Malcolm's abiding interest in this species.
Thanks to Neil for building this beautiful dry stone wall garden bed.
The garden is a half metre high, triangular space situated to the north of the Main MCG Shed. Construction is by dry-stone granite wall. The memorial garden has been planted with local Waratahs in recognition of Malcolm's abiding interest in this species.
Thanks to Neil for building this beautiful dry stone wall garden bed.
Improvements to the MCG Compost Bays, January 2021
MCG compost bays have been restructured and installed by Klas and their functions defined. The new fronts of the compost bays are now accessed by wooden slats secured in strong, easily removed sliding grooves. An additional bay storing composted mulch for use around the citrus trees is most welcome. The elegant design and fabrication of the compost bays is the work of Klas and Robyn. Barbara continues to oversee the management of the composting area.
MCG Gift in Gratitude to Robin and Steve Berkhout Upon their Retirement from ANU in November 2020
Robyn McTavish generously provided these splendid images of the Kioloa Campus Beachside and Hooded Plovers, framed on behalf of the MCG membership as a parting gift to Steven and Robin Berkhout upon Steve's retirement as manager of the ANU Kioloa Coastal Campus late in 2020.
Steve and Robin's names appear throughout this website in testament to their unstinting contribution to the development and prospering of MCG since its inception in 2011. All MCG members owe Steve and Robin a debt of gratitude. We wish them the very best.
Steve and Robin's names appear throughout this website in testament to their unstinting contribution to the development and prospering of MCG since its inception in 2011. All MCG members owe Steve and Robin a debt of gratitude. We wish them the very best.
MCG, AGM and GM, 5 September 2020
The MCG Annual General Meeting and General Meeting fro 2020/2021 was held at the MCG. The meeting was organised in observance of COVID 19 social distancing rules. See Home Page for a formal record of events. The meeting was chaired by Neil Brown.
Bush Fires, December/January 2019-2020
2019 ended on a stressful note, following disastrous bushfires in our region that continued into early 2020. We are blessed that no homes were lost in our villages, although we send our thoughts to a former member of MCG, Rod Hayes. Rod lost his house on Boyne Ridge (in the hills behind Termeil) in this current fire. Thirty years of work, creativity and recycling had gone into building it.
The MCG offers its heart-felt thanks to the Rural Fire Service, in particular, the volunteers of the Kioloa and Bawley Point Brigades and to Steve Berkhout at ANU Kioloa Campus.
Thankfully the MCG was relatively unaffected.
The sympathy of all MCG members goes out to those suffering from the ongoing effects of the fires.
The MCG offers its heart-felt thanks to the Rural Fire Service, in particular, the volunteers of the Kioloa and Bawley Point Brigades and to Steve Berkhout at ANU Kioloa Campus.
Thankfully the MCG was relatively unaffected.
The sympathy of all MCG members goes out to those suffering from the ongoing effects of the fires.
Since closure of our Kioloa site due to COVID 19 a Weekly Roster System and a list of "Jobs to be Done" has replaced the Saturday working bees at MCG.
MCG closed from March and reopened in April on a strictly rostered entry basis
From late March 2020 MCG, KCC along with all other ANU campuses, has been technically closed to visitors. However, with the support of Steve Berkhout, recently retired KCC Campus Manager, ANU accepted an MCG proposal for rostered maintenance of the Garden. The roster system has worked well with up to 2 people working on their own plots and our communal areas, every day of each week...for most weeks, we have 30-40 people working at the site. There is a combo-lock on the entry gate, ensuring that only those on the roster can gain access to the site.
The community garden is looking wonderfully well tended!
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT NO ONE, OTHER THAN THOSE ON THE ROSTER, ENTER THE SITE. TO DO SO WILL JEOPARDISE ACCESS TO THE GARDEN FOR ALL OF OUR MEMBERS.
THE ROSTER IS SENT TO ANU EACH WEEK.
MARCH 2021 UPDATE:
The rostered system of entry to the garden was suspended in early March, 2021...one year and one week after we commenced the roster. During that time, we managed to "keep the kikuyu at bay", but only just and after the rest of NSW relaxed the observation of strict COVID - 19 protocols, we decided that we could to, despite a reluctance of ANU to communicate with us about this important issue. Working Bees resumed and the site quickly returned to be the productive
garden it was before the "lockdown". We still observe COVID protocols such as personal distancing and hand washing.
Many gardeners have received the Covid vaccination so it won't be long before we achieve "herd immunity" on site!
Fig Beetle Causes Havoc in MCG Bird Proof Fig Enclosure, 8 February 2020/21
We have large numbers of the fig beetle Poneridia-semipllata infesting our figs. Because of our bird enclosure the beetles have been protected from the controlling predation of birds. As the figs are not yet ripe it is suggested that the fig enclosure door and hatch be left open for a few days to see if the birds can help.
One alternative is picking off the caterpillar invaded leaves and disposing of them. Breaking off a leaf and stomping all over it works, but quite a few of the parent beetles are still present and mating.
Another is spraying the trees with a systemic poison, such as Confidor...we have applied this insecticide several times during 2021.
Thanks to Sybille for all these details.
Check out this URL
http://www.thefigsofaustralia.com/fig-beetle-poneridia-semipullata
One alternative is picking off the caterpillar invaded leaves and disposing of them. Breaking off a leaf and stomping all over it works, but quite a few of the parent beetles are still present and mating.
Another is spraying the trees with a systemic poison, such as Confidor...we have applied this insecticide several times during 2021.
Thanks to Sybille for all these details.
Check out this URL
http://www.thefigsofaustralia.com/fig-beetle-poneridia-semipullata
Garlic Harvesting, December 2019
Here we go again. Absolutely beautiful garlic for 2019.
A Bowerbird has made a marvelous Bower in the windbreak at the MCG, 15 November 2019.
However, the bower bird needs moving on. He and his partner were reported tunneling under the netting of the strawberry patch and nicking the fruit, a most unwelcome activity. MCG gardeners are discouraging him by dismantling the bower. Never fear he is being shown due respect. What a brilliant bower nevertheless! Picture courtesy of Sybille.
Netting set to Transform this year's Yield of Blueberries, 11 November 2019.
"The Don" has delivered another beautiful and valuable Structure to the MCG with the assistance of Richard, George and others. Don Has constructed a poly pipe and netting, animal proof, enclosure for the blueberry patch. Neatly designed to accommodate the taller blueberry species to the west the structure promises to increase our yield this season, otherwise ravaged by birds. Many thanks to all participants. (Thank you to Steve for the cable ties).
MCG is Encouraged by the Increased Level of Activity in our Bee Hives, 9 November 2019.
The increased interest in planting flowering herbs and annuals, not to mention the wonderful native windbreak blossoms at the MCG, has benefited our bees and the pollination of our crops.
Pictures courtesy of Sybille Davidson
Delivery of Vegie-Mix to MCG by Soil Co, 19 August 2019
A truck and a dog load of high quality vegie mix was delivered to MCG yesterday. The soil was unloaded in two piles, one outside the south western gate, the other just south of the raspberry bed in the communal area. Locations deemed to be more convenient access for gardeners.
AGM and GM, 17 August 2019
The Annual General Meeting and General Meeting of the MCG was held at 10:00 am at the MCG on Saturday 17 August. Meeting closed at 12 noon. See the "Meetings" column to the right for details of Agenda, Minutes, President's and Garden Manager's Reports. Click on images below to enlarge for a record of the events.
Catching up with images of the MCG, 17 August 2019
Slide Show of the MCG Dunny Construction, 1 August 2019
More images to be added. Click on picture to play.
MCG Dunny – Report, 14 August 2019
Behind the Big Red Door
Background
The original “Dunny” was erected in 2014 using a Clivus Multrum composting system. Unfortunately the structure could not withstand the rigours of a south coast climate, although the sea-composting toilet itself was functioning well.
By late 2018 the plywood decking structure had deteriorated severely and the rest of the fabric was showing signs of a short life expectancy. Access to the cleanout doors of the compost chamber was minimal due to poor placement and blockage by fallen earth.
In March 2019 the MCG Committee resolved to demolish the existing structure as unsafe and to replace it with a more traditional “weatherproof tin shed”.
The Specification
The specification was driven by the need to optimize cost while developing a “fit for purpose”, long-lived structure that would add to the amenity of the MCG.
The specification was:
The Cost
As this was an unplanned project, the cost was to be optimized to meet a tight budget. This led to the specification above. The broad Budget was to stay under $4000. Like all renovation projects this was exceeded. It is about $4300 with a few small items to come. The growth was due primarily to the re-stumping of the platform and additional hardware items including the door and fittings.
The Re-Build
Demolition started Saturday 9th March 2019 with the removal of the “Teepee” structure, toilet fittings and accessible deck plywood structure. It was immediately evident that there was need for earthworks to protect the access hatch to the compost chamber. This was fixed by 16th March.
The next task was the salvage of the platform substructure and its modification to meet the needs of the new building. This entailed re-locating existing floor joists and supplementing them with additional framing to allow for an access hatch and the new building. During the course of this work, it was decided to re-stump the platform as the existing hardwood piles were severely rotted in way of their ground contact. New 200mm copper log piles were placed to support the structure. The old posts were retained because of access issues and their continuing potential to support handrails. This process was completed by early April.
The laying of the timber deck was time consuming due to the number of fasteners involved. Each 90mm plank was secured to each joist by two stainless steel deck screws. Decking was complete by 12th May.
The timber frame was built in prefabricated elements and was substantially complete by 15th June. Roofing and cladding was very generously managed by Edward Scott 22nd June and over the next couple of weeks with our volunteers assisting.
Fit out was largely achieved by 21st July. Door, window and operating throne, etc. The Chinese red paint job on the door courtesy the patience of Judith Carroll.
Whereto Now?
There is still work to be done. It is happening gradually.
Conclusion
The Dunny is functional. The apparently simple task grew as more nasties were uncovered. However it was achievable with the patience, good humour and hard work of our Garden Manager and a number of the MGG volunteers.
Don Davidson
Project Manager
15 August 2019
UPDATE 2021
The "dunny" is completed and is now graced by the obligatory choko vine!
The toilet is used by gardeners and visitors, especially by the group of disabled adults from Davenport Cottage. They visit the garden twice weekly to tend their crops and appreciate the accessibility of the toilet.
The original “Dunny” was erected in 2014 using a Clivus Multrum composting system. Unfortunately the structure could not withstand the rigours of a south coast climate, although the sea-composting toilet itself was functioning well.
By late 2018 the plywood decking structure had deteriorated severely and the rest of the fabric was showing signs of a short life expectancy. Access to the cleanout doors of the compost chamber was minimal due to poor placement and blockage by fallen earth.
In March 2019 the MCG Committee resolved to demolish the existing structure as unsafe and to replace it with a more traditional “weatherproof tin shed”.
The Specification
The specification was driven by the need to optimize cost while developing a “fit for purpose”, long-lived structure that would add to the amenity of the MCG.
The specification was:
- Retain the existing Clivus Multrum unit.
- Build on the existing platform footprint.
- Platform decking to be durable timber.
- Safety Handrails to be provided on the deck and access ramp.
- The shed structure to be galvanized iron on a timber frame.
- The structure to be reasonably accessible to older and disabled people; eg accessible by wheelchair.
- ·Access to be provided for people cleaning out the compost chamber under the platform. This has taken the form of a removable floor section in the middle of the platform.
The Cost
As this was an unplanned project, the cost was to be optimized to meet a tight budget. This led to the specification above. The broad Budget was to stay under $4000. Like all renovation projects this was exceeded. It is about $4300 with a few small items to come. The growth was due primarily to the re-stumping of the platform and additional hardware items including the door and fittings.
The Re-Build
Demolition started Saturday 9th March 2019 with the removal of the “Teepee” structure, toilet fittings and accessible deck plywood structure. It was immediately evident that there was need for earthworks to protect the access hatch to the compost chamber. This was fixed by 16th March.
The next task was the salvage of the platform substructure and its modification to meet the needs of the new building. This entailed re-locating existing floor joists and supplementing them with additional framing to allow for an access hatch and the new building. During the course of this work, it was decided to re-stump the platform as the existing hardwood piles were severely rotted in way of their ground contact. New 200mm copper log piles were placed to support the structure. The old posts were retained because of access issues and their continuing potential to support handrails. This process was completed by early April.
The laying of the timber deck was time consuming due to the number of fasteners involved. Each 90mm plank was secured to each joist by two stainless steel deck screws. Decking was complete by 12th May.
The timber frame was built in prefabricated elements and was substantially complete by 15th June. Roofing and cladding was very generously managed by Edward Scott 22nd June and over the next couple of weeks with our volunteers assisting.
Fit out was largely achieved by 21st July. Door, window and operating throne, etc. The Chinese red paint job on the door courtesy the patience of Judith Carroll.
Whereto Now?
There is still work to be done. It is happening gradually.
- Erect handrails on the ramp and finish the railing on the platform. We are awaiting some brackets for the railing.
- Provide an earth abutment where the ramp meets the ground. This is in hand.
- Installing a small water tank and hand basin and plumbing. This will continue over the next few weeks.
Conclusion
The Dunny is functional. The apparently simple task grew as more nasties were uncovered. However it was achievable with the patience, good humour and hard work of our Garden Manager and a number of the MGG volunteers.
Don Davidson
Project Manager
15 August 2019
UPDATE 2021
The "dunny" is completed and is now graced by the obligatory choko vine!
The toilet is used by gardeners and visitors, especially by the group of disabled adults from Davenport Cottage. They visit the garden twice weekly to tend their crops and appreciate the accessibility of the toilet.
Final Drawings for the MCG Toilet Shed, 12 March 2019.
Don has submitted the final drawings for the replacement composting toilet shed. Click on image to enlarge.
Tepee Dismantled, 9 March 2019
Due to dangerous rotting of the platform and corrosion of the top brackets our beloved Tepee (MCG toilet) was dismantled at the working bee on Saturday. The structure had become unsafe and was dismantled to be repaired for reassembling and re-purposing at another part of the Garden. Gardeners will be relieved to know the charming structure will continue to grace the MCG. Watch the website for further details. History of the Tepee can be found by clicking the heading "Previous Events" in the banner above and scrolling down. A new toilet structure is under construction.
Thanks to Don, Harley, George, John, Doug and Neil.
[Images courtesy of Marg]
Thanks to Don, Harley, George, John, Doug and Neil.
[Images courtesy of Marg]
Master Class in Citrus Pruning, Saturday 2 March 2019
Harley Delves, retired orchardist and MCG Garden Manager, provides some practical tips on pruning our splendid Eureka lemon tree. (Images courtesy of Sybille, click on pic to enlarge.)
Brick Valve Box for MCG Water, 18 February 2019
Thanks to Don and Sybille for the elegant master valve box serving water to the communal beds.
Bana Grass Harvest, Garlic Beds Restored, and Murramarang Market Stall Success Sunday 22, December 2019
Thank you to all MCG helpers who prepared produce for sale and assisted in setting up and selling at the Kioloa Fair. The wine raffle was again a big success under the management of Noel. Most of our produce was sold, including a variety of herbs, spinach, cucumbers, kohlrabi, swedes and other vegetables.
The MCG stall was very popular with the large crowd. Luckily, torrential rain later in the afternoon came after the Fair had closed
The MCG stall was very popular with the large crowd. Luckily, torrential rain later in the afternoon came after the Fair had closed
Sketch Diagram by Don of the Current Irrigation System for the Inner Beds at MCG 2018
Go to the Garden Maintenance page on the menu above for details.
Proposal for Renovating the MCG Composting Toilet, December 2018
Don and Harley have drawn attention to deterioration in the structure of the MCG toilet. The MCG Management Committee has begun a discussion of the issue.
Don has some suggestions which can be examined in the files below.
Don has some suggestions which can be examined in the files below.
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News of the Tragic Death of Malcolm Salmon, Inaugural Garden Manager of the Murramarang Community Garden, November 2018.
It is with great sadness that we convey the tragic news of the death of our inaugural Garden Manager, MALCOLM SALMON.
Malcolm passed away a few weeks ago after a brief battle with a serious illness.
The success of the MCG is a lasting achievement of Malcolm, our inaugural Garden Manager and Vice-President from 2010 until 2014.
Malcolm, a well known and respected TAFE teacher of Horticulture at both the Ulladulla and Moruya campuses, brought years of experience to his role at MCG. His meticulous planning of the initial garden lay-out and his liaison with Steve Teding van Berkhout, ANU KCC Manager, ensured that the community garden started out on a sound footing.
Malcolm involved his TAFE students in many tasks such as fence building, thus establishing an important link between TAFE and a volunteer run community enterprise, such as MCG.
He devoted countless hours of his own time in building garden infrastructure such as garden beds, storage sheds and fences.
Besides teaching, Malcolm applied his horticultural skills in developing a thriving local business, growing native flower species (especially Waratahs) at his Upstream Nursery in Bawley Point
The Murramarang Community Garden is forever indebted to Malcolm for his enduring contribution to our success.
Our deepest sympathy is extended to his partner Noel, and to his extended family.
Malcolm was a vibrant and generous personality greatly loved and respected by our whole community.
We intend to hold a commemorative tree planting ceremony at the MCG in memory of Malcolm in the near future.
(Click to enlarge the images)
Wonderful Aerial Photos of the MCG by Peter Goulden, Captured in 2015.
We are treated to 8 aerial photographs of the MCG captured by MCG member Peter Goulden, one of which is presented below. This image, taken in 2015, portrays the MCG looking south, the buildings of ANU Kioloa Campus behind. Belowla Island and O'Hara Head on the horizon. The image also shows the new access road and other recent improvements to the MCG. Very beautiful! Click here for a slide show of all 8 pictures.
Click on the image below to enlarge.
Click on the image below to enlarge.
Don and helpers complete the last sections of of the north bed irrigation system, early September 2018.
The MCG Annual General Meeting and General Meeting were held at the MCG at 10.00am, Saturday 8 September 2018.
Agenda and last year's minutes for the AGM, as well as the minutes for the 8 September 2018 meetings can be downloaded from list to the right hand side of the home page.
Working Bee and MCG Committee Meeting, 15 September 2018
An MCG Committee Meeting, minutes posted to the right of this page.(forthcoming). Productive working bee managed to construct three new beds in the communal area.
Q Fever Details in ABC Podcast
Thanks to Sybille for this informative ABC podcast on Q Fever, especially prevalent where roos, goats and sheep are grazing...one of our gardeners was hospitalised earlier this year with Q Fever.
http://www.abc.net.au/radio/programs/landline/3-bags-full-q-fever-part-1/10187776
http://www.abc.net.au/radio/programs/landline/3-bags-full-q-fever-part-1/10187776
Murramarang Community Market Sunday and Open Day at the MCG, 30 September 2018
Despite the paucity of fresh produce at this time of the year, MCG was able to turn a respectable profit from potted plants, spinach and herbs at the MCM. Many thanks to the help from our gardeners. And thanks to Diana for the image.
The MCG was opened for visitors during Sunday afternoon.
The MCG was opened for visitors during Sunday afternoon.
First "Insect Hotel" at the MCG, 6 September 2018
This is a picture of our first "insect hotel", constructed for us by the grandson of a garden member...we hope to see more of these around the garden to increase pollination of our crops...our thanks for this wonderful contribution to our garden! Very beautiful.
The Ulladulla Garden Club Visits MCG, Friday 12 October 2018
The Ulladulla Garden Club visit to the MCG, organised by Marie O'Connell, was a great success. The Ulladulla gardners enjoyed the MCG and generously donated $100 to our funds. They were shown around the MCG by our gardners Marie, Richard, Doug and Marg. Thanks again to Marie for this initiative. Thanks also to Marg for the pictures (click on the image to enlarge).
New Borders for Communal Beds and Paths Mulched, 20 October 2018
Great work from MCG gardeners last week saw newly edged beds, mulching of paths and fresh spring planting summer crops. Cop the cauliflower and cabbage, images courtesy of Sybille and Diana and another.
Monty! Resident Diamond Python and MCG Mascot, 18 June 2018.
A Black Snake Joins Monty at the MCG, 3 November 2018
One of the MCG's resident Red Bellied Black snakes, made an appearance last Saturday. He/she is a beautiful but potentially dangerous creature that is welcome and, of course, protected at the MCG. Black snake 1 rats 0. Lives near Monty in one of John's nests. Lovely.
MCG at Murramarang Community Markets, Sunday 5 August 2018.
Beautiful morning, friendly band of locals, few tourists, quiet day. Beautiful Banksia Ericifolia blossoms from the MCG windbreak for sale.
(Thanks to Diana for the pic.)
(Thanks to Diana for the pic.)
MCG President Ewen Sussman Celebrates 95th Birthday at the Garden, 28 July 2018.
Ewen celebrated his 95th birthday with a gathering at the MCG on Saturday 28 July. MCG members and friends joined Ewen and Jocelyn to enjoy three beautiful birthday cakes baked in Ewen's honour. Ewen has been president of the MCG since its inauguration in 2010. Click on image to enlarge pictures of the event (courtesy of Sybille and one unnamed).
Spring Comes to the ANU Kioloa Campus, 28 July 2018.
Manager of ANU Kioloa campus Steve Teding van Berkhout has restocked the paddocks surrounding the MCG with goats, sheep, hens and three alpacas keeping watch. Steve is using cell farming to secure the agricultural advantages of stock rotation on the property. Added benefits to the MCG is the opportunity for members to experience the beauty of newly born kids and lambs. Click on pics, (courtesy of Sybille).
Asparagus Bed Edged, 28 July 2018.
Don, George and Harley edge the communal asparagus bed (Sybille's pics).
Drinking Water at the MCG, Tuesday 17 July 2018.
Thanks to Peter, the MCG now has potable water collected from the roof into a small tank against the western wall of the shed. Use only for drinking purposes please.
MCG Committee Meeting, Saturday 7 July 2018
A meeting of the Management Committee and members of the MCG held last Saturday was a successful forum, enabling members to contribute to a lively discussion about future plans for our garden.The agenda and Minutes of this meeting are posted in the right hand column on this page under "Committee Meetings".
New notes on Practical Composting at MCG, 20 June 2018
Details regarding current composting protocols have been added to the website. CLICK on the GARDEN MAINTENANCE Page above and scroll down to the heading Composting and Fertilization.
MCG @ the MCM, Sunday 10 June 2018
Murramarang Market Stall
The market on Sunday was very successful, considering the cold weather and fewer holiday makers. Our takings totalled $517. The sales team of Cathy, Diana, John and Ewen were kept busy, and Noel was vociferous in his spruiking of the wine raffle. Thanks to all those who helped on the Saturday or Sunday and many thanks to those who donated produce from their plots or from their home garden (the carrots were delicious, Tony!). Also, thanks to the gardeners who made jams from excess fig and lime crops. (Click on images to enlarge).
The market on Sunday was very successful, considering the cold weather and fewer holiday makers. Our takings totalled $517. The sales team of Cathy, Diana, John and Ewen were kept busy, and Noel was vociferous in his spruiking of the wine raffle. Thanks to all those who helped on the Saturday or Sunday and many thanks to those who donated produce from their plots or from their home garden (the carrots were delicious, Tony!). Also, thanks to the gardeners who made jams from excess fig and lime crops. (Click on images to enlarge).
MCG Working Bees, Saturdays 2 and 9 June 2018
. On Saturday June 2 Don is continuing expansion of the watering network and Harley has designed and installed useful hose rests for each tap stand. John is pruning the northern windbreak and weaving the cuttings into beautiful composting "birdsnests". Late garlic planting continues apace.
Besides harvesting and packaging produce for the market on Saturday 9 June, other gardeners were busy digging and adding barrow-loads of soil to the bed below the second citrus planting. This bed has now been planted out with Kumera.
Sybille and helpers have been busy preparing a bed beside the compost bins for root vegetables which they have now planted.
Don has been hard at work constructing a frame for the beautiful persimmon growing in the fig enclosure and John has undertaken some major pruning of the Northern windbreak.
Noel and Marg have been diligently weeding and encouraging the birds.
Our Bees
We are very keen to keep our bees happy and fed, so we will plant as many herbs as we can get for constant flowering. Jocelyn is researching bee-friendly plants. We have Anise hyssop, Lemon balm, and Rosemary. We would like to collect as many plants as possible of different types of lavender. Has anyone some English lavender to spare? We would also love some Borage. (Click on images to enlarge). Many thanks to Col Keating and co for maintenance of the hives.
Besides harvesting and packaging produce for the market on Saturday 9 June, other gardeners were busy digging and adding barrow-loads of soil to the bed below the second citrus planting. This bed has now been planted out with Kumera.
Sybille and helpers have been busy preparing a bed beside the compost bins for root vegetables which they have now planted.
Don has been hard at work constructing a frame for the beautiful persimmon growing in the fig enclosure and John has undertaken some major pruning of the Northern windbreak.
Noel and Marg have been diligently weeding and encouraging the birds.
Our Bees
We are very keen to keep our bees happy and fed, so we will plant as many herbs as we can get for constant flowering. Jocelyn is researching bee-friendly plants. We have Anise hyssop, Lemon balm, and Rosemary. We would like to collect as many plants as possible of different types of lavender. Has anyone some English lavender to spare? We would also love some Borage. (Click on images to enlarge). Many thanks to Col Keating and co for maintenance of the hives.
Latest on Extensions to the Watering System at MCG, 4 May 2018
It was a good turn out this morning....a lovely sunny morning and lots a trench diggers (Don, Harley, Richard, Peter, Doug, Noel) and pipes laid, and connected to the taps which Don and Harley had set up earlier this week. One long trench still to fill back in. Nice to see the shade house beckoning at the end of the long trench - water at last.
Barbara and Pete back and rearing to go. Barb helped Sybille finish off a bed for planting sugar snap climbing peas, next to the broad beans (previously cucumber beds). Some outer beds were weeded and planted with parsnips and beetroot. Jocelyn also weeding and de-lousing the broccoli seedlings (cabbage moth grubs). Marg picking the last of the beans. She and Cathy Delves began cleaning up another raised bed ready for more late garlic. For morning coffee everyone had a slice of chocolate and choko cake courtesy of Sybille. (Many thanks to Sybille for this and great images) Click on the pic to enlarge.
Barbara and Pete back and rearing to go. Barb helped Sybille finish off a bed for planting sugar snap climbing peas, next to the broad beans (previously cucumber beds). Some outer beds were weeded and planted with parsnips and beetroot. Jocelyn also weeding and de-lousing the broccoli seedlings (cabbage moth grubs). Marg picking the last of the beans. She and Cathy Delves began cleaning up another raised bed ready for more late garlic. For morning coffee everyone had a slice of chocolate and choko cake courtesy of Sybille. (Many thanks to Sybille for this and great images) Click on the pic to enlarge.
MCG Stall at the Murramarang Market, 1 April 2018
Warm and sunny conditions drew a good crowd to the Murramarang Market on Sunday. Our sales team of Ewen, Jocelyn, Sybille, Noel, Marg, Cathy, Diana and Elizabeth were busy all morning, especially Jocelyn who coordinated a wine raffle with great success.
Enthusiasm for the wine raffle was greatly enhanced by Noel who spruiked his knowledge and anecdotes about the wine districts and winemakers, having the customers in fits of laughter as they reached for their wallets or purses.
Finally, thanks to all the Saturday helpers who cut, pulled and dug veggies from the soil, and then washed, sorted, graded, tied and stacked them so that they were wonderfully presented for our customers on Sunday.
We made a profit of $1050, a great result which will go towards the expansion of our irrigation system, including a tap in our "hot house"...our seed raising and cutting efforts will become a reality, at last!
A big welcome back to the garden to Ewen, who has been greatly missed due to a protracted illness...it's wonderful to have you back, Ewen!
Thanks to Diana for the attached pic.
Enthusiasm for the wine raffle was greatly enhanced by Noel who spruiked his knowledge and anecdotes about the wine districts and winemakers, having the customers in fits of laughter as they reached for their wallets or purses.
Finally, thanks to all the Saturday helpers who cut, pulled and dug veggies from the soil, and then washed, sorted, graded, tied and stacked them so that they were wonderfully presented for our customers on Sunday.
We made a profit of $1050, a great result which will go towards the expansion of our irrigation system, including a tap in our "hot house"...our seed raising and cutting efforts will become a reality, at last!
A big welcome back to the garden to Ewen, who has been greatly missed due to a protracted illness...it's wonderful to have you back, Ewen!
Thanks to Diana for the attached pic.
Plans detailing the Proposed Reconfiguration of the Watering Points at MCG, February - April, 2018
Don Davidson in consultation with the MCG Management Committee has put forward a proposal for relocating the central tap stands in the inner garden, to facilitate easier and less strenuous hosing, with the added benefits of clearing the central lawn of obstructions for easier mowing as well as space for additional central beds. ClICK HERE for Don's detailed proposal.
Construction is well advanced thanks to Don, Peter, Harley and Doug. Notable improvements include a tap dedicated to the herb bed, and taps alongside beds. Also the fixtures are easy to use and light weight. Images below:
Construction is well advanced thanks to Don, Peter, Harley and Doug. Notable improvements include a tap dedicated to the herb bed, and taps alongside beds. Also the fixtures are easy to use and light weight. Images below:
Figs! 22 March, 2018
Don Davidson Completes the Netting Frame for the Figs Trees in the NE Corner of the Communal area, Wednesday 22 November 2017.
With Harley and Richard's help Don has concreted in the first post of what, when finished, will form a bird-proof enclosure for the three fig trees, west of the T-pee.
It is reported to be of solid construction, doubling as nuclear shelter in the future (with finer mesh).
Don was able to use our solar system to power his angle-grinder! No need for generators.
Roger and Eve Jenkins Farewelled at the MCG, Saturday 25 November 2017
Farewelling, and thanking, Eve and Roger Jenkins with a morning tea at the garden. Both Eve and Roger have been members of the MCG since it's inception...all that digging, weeding, planting, building and watering undertaken by them both has made a huge contribution to making the garden a thriving, productive community space and we thank them for their commitment. Bon chance!
Birds Nil, Blueberries One, 25 November 2017
Fig tree net frames redeployed over the blueberries for protection from marauding starlings. Netting in the foreground.
Thanks to Sybille for all the great pics.
Thanks to Sybille for all the great pics.
Garlic Harvest Time at the MCG, Late October 2017
MCG Long Weekend Market Stall, October 2017
"Our market stall was held on Sunday. The weather was perfect - calm and sunny, unlike the howling winds we've been having.
We made a profit of $462 , and our best sellers were peas and snow peas (take a bow, Jocelyn) and potted landcare trees and shrubs (and you also Sybille . Lots of thanks to our sales team of Yvonne, Diana, Sybille and Cathy. Also our Saturday morning harvest and packing team of Don, Peter, Barbara, Caroline, Diana, Marie, Doug and Bob.
We enjoyed each other's company, and, Ewen, you'll be pleased to know we were all finished and sitting down for "smoko" at 11.15!"
Our regular Thursday morning visitors from Life Without Barriers will be with us on Thursday morning. Join Harley in welcoming them to our garden.
Our Saturday working bee will involve watering, weeding and the continuation of bed preparation - we received a grant from ClubsNSW to build more beds for LWB, as well as more communal beds for MCG.
Click on the pics below for captions, and many thanks to Diana for these images.
We made a profit of $462 , and our best sellers were peas and snow peas (take a bow, Jocelyn) and potted landcare trees and shrubs (and you also Sybille . Lots of thanks to our sales team of Yvonne, Diana, Sybille and Cathy. Also our Saturday morning harvest and packing team of Don, Peter, Barbara, Caroline, Diana, Marie, Doug and Bob.
We enjoyed each other's company, and, Ewen, you'll be pleased to know we were all finished and sitting down for "smoko" at 11.15!"
Our regular Thursday morning visitors from Life Without Barriers will be with us on Thursday morning. Join Harley in welcoming them to our garden.
Our Saturday working bee will involve watering, weeding and the continuation of bed preparation - we received a grant from ClubsNSW to build more beds for LWB, as well as more communal beds for MCG.
Click on the pics below for captions, and many thanks to Diana for these images.
Super Working Bee, Saturday 7 October 2017
Infrastructure day! Watering system refined, corner bed transformed. Worker bees included - Harley, Cathy and daughter Belinda with grand kids, Barbara and grand kids, Carolyne, Marg, Diana, Richard, Doug, John, Noel, Don and Sybille. According to Sybille some worker bees even too busy to stop for pollen.
The rain never comes to working bees these days.
Great pics courtesy of Sybille.
The rain never comes to working bees these days.
Great pics courtesy of Sybille.
Irrigation System Installed at MCG on 18 September 2017
The new irrigation system for the communal area of the MCG has been completed under the direction of garden manager Harley Delves.
Thanks to, Don, John, Richard, Doug and Jeff who helped in the installation earlier this week.
And big thanks to local contractor, Gary Wallington for supplying the equipment and expertise that made the job so much easier. Gary is a local contractor who has generously supported MCG on a number of occasions. Gary recently undertook all the trenching for our new irrigation system. He has decided he doesn't want any payment, saying that he was happy to help us.
MCG thanks to Gary for his generosity and for his continued support of our community garden.
No more lugging heavy hoses across the fence!
We'll be filling in the trenches where the joints in the irrigation pipes were left for checking leaks, at the Working Bee this Saturday. New light weight hoses will be purchased through a recent Clubs Grant to help in taking advantage of the many new outlets.
Thanks to Richard lake for the last three pics
Click on image to see full picture and caption.
Thanks to, Don, John, Richard, Doug and Jeff who helped in the installation earlier this week.
And big thanks to local contractor, Gary Wallington for supplying the equipment and expertise that made the job so much easier. Gary is a local contractor who has generously supported MCG on a number of occasions. Gary recently undertook all the trenching for our new irrigation system. He has decided he doesn't want any payment, saying that he was happy to help us.
MCG thanks to Gary for his generosity and for his continued support of our community garden.
No more lugging heavy hoses across the fence!
We'll be filling in the trenches where the joints in the irrigation pipes were left for checking leaks, at the Working Bee this Saturday. New light weight hoses will be purchased through a recent Clubs Grant to help in taking advantage of the many new outlets.
Thanks to Richard lake for the last three pics
Click on image to see full picture and caption.
Richard Lake takes over as Treasurer of the MCG, September 2017
Doug Howarth Steps down as Treasurer of the MCG, September 2017
The president, committee and general members of the MCG extend their thanks to Doug Howarth for his work as Treasurer over the last 3 years. Treasurer can be an exacting job at times and Doug has never missed a beat. Thanks Doug!
Also we are reminded that Doug remains a member of the MCG Management Committee and, as well, is continuing to mow the grass at MCG, as he has done for many years.
Also we are reminded that Doug remains a member of the MCG Management Committee and, as well, is continuing to mow the grass at MCG, as he has done for many years.
Annual General Meeting, and General Meeting of the MCG, Saturday 2 September 2017.
The Annual General Meeting of the MCG was held at the Garden on Saturday 2 September at 10AM, followed by a General Meeting, discussing the progress of and future plans for the MCG.
The minutes of the AGM and the GM will be available for downloading shortly from the column at the right of this page.
The minutes of the AGM and the GM will be available for downloading shortly from the column at the right of this page.
Changing the Approach to Our Communal Beds, August 2017
MCG has changed the standard design of its communal beds. It has moved to the use of 4 X 1 metre beds, two standard planks high. Given the high moisture content of the base soil at MCG we found it important to raise the beds 400mm. This enables the soil to remain aerated, of particular importance to the success of our main cash crop garlic.
The use of 4 X 1 meter beds has formalised the garden's appearance and led to greater ease in planting, maintenance and harvesting.
The use of 4 X 1 meter beds has formalised the garden's appearance and led to greater ease in planting, maintenance and harvesting.
Murramarang Community Markets, 6 August 2017
Yet another successful MC Market. Fast becoming a financial mainstay for MCG, this mid winter market turned out to be one for the Kioloa/Bawley locals. With differing purchasing patterns from the summer tourists, local browsers focused on the abundant citrus and other winter crops from our communal beds. Many thanks to those MCG members who helped in harvesting, setting up and selling this Sunday.
Images below picture the diversity of MCG products for sale.
Images below picture the diversity of MCG products for sale.
Murramarang Markets, 11 June 2017
MCG made a tidy profit from its stall at the Murramarang Markets on Sunday of the Queen's Birthday weekend at Kioloa. Despite the scarcity of winter produce MCG volunteers were still able to harvest copious bunches of chilli, parsley, spinach, lettuce, rhubarb, beetroot and pumpkin all of which proved attractive to buyers. Beautiful bunches of native flowers from the MCG windbreaks, ferns, as well as preserves were also popular. Our cake stall was a winner with most of the delicious cakes, scones and slices quickly sold. Thanks also to Landcare for donating native tube stock, especially the local waratahs. Although numbers were down due to the weather on Saturday, Sunday was sunny and brisk.
Many thanks to all MCG volunteers who looked after the stalls, harvested the produce and baked the cakes. Thanks also to Diana Knight for the two images below.
Many thanks to all MCG volunteers who looked after the stalls, harvested the produce and baked the cakes. Thanks also to Diana Knight for the two images below.
Extensions and Renovations to the MCG Watering System
MCG Garden Manager Harley Delves has begun work on extensions to the MCG watering system. The extensions include, new concreted timber tap stands, additional outlets in the communal areas, and relocation of outlets in the individual plots. Benefits include easier access for watering and the opportunity to use shorter, lighter hoses. See map below.
Beautiful Paving of the Recreational Area by ANU's Ayrn, Scott and Steve, November 2016
During the week our ANU friends laid new paving in our recreation area...thank you to Scott and Ayrn, and also to Steve for all the work you do for MCG and especially for this latest useful and beautiful addition to our facilities.
End of Season Produce, 1 April 2017
Bonanza of produce harvested at MCG last Saturday. Figs, beans, capsicum...you name it! Wow.
Pictures courtesy of Sybille. Click on pic to enlarge.
Pictures courtesy of Sybille. Click on pic to enlarge.
Last Visit of Life Without Barriers Friends for November 2016, Garlic Harvest Begins and Further Work at the MCG
We have started our garlic harvest and now have garlic drying on racks for a couple of weeks before topping and tailing. Quality looks excellent. The Life Without Barriers group visited the garden today and helped in strawberry picking (a very popular task!). This was the last LWB visit for November - we'll keep you posted about Dec. dates. Thanks to Sybille for the great snaps. Click on 5 pics below for captions.
MCG Annual General Meetings 10 September 2016
The Annual General and General Meeting of the MCG were held in the Main Shed at the MCG at 10.00am on Saturday 10 September. A modest number of members attended. Outcome details of the meetings can be found by clicking under headings Annual General Meetings and General Meetings in the far right hand column on this page.
Life Without Barriers, Ulladulla Regular Friday Visit to MCG 14 October 2016
Life Without Barriers friends, including Lani, Carolyn, Lynette, John and their carers Emma and Belinda pictured at the Garden.
Our Life Without Barriers visitors from Ulladulla helping garden manager Harley Delves harvest strawberries at MCG on Friday morning 14 October. Beautiful spring day for the harvest. No doubt some fruit was sampled by all.
Murramarang Markets, 7 August 2016
An MCG stall at the Murramarang Markets was held in the Kioloa Community Centre on Sunday 7 August. The MCG stall realised a tidy sum despite August being the "quiet" season at Bawley and Kioloa. The stall was attended by MCG Garden Manager Harley Delves and MCG members Cathy Delves, Caroline Parrish and Eve Jenkins. Thank you to MCG members for their contributions of garden produce and cakes. Click for more pics.
Life Without Barriers, Ulladulla 22 July 2016
MCG is hosting visitors from LIFE WITHOUT BARRIERS in Ulladulla on Fridays. Our visitors from LIFE WITHOUT BARRIERS enjoyed their first morning at MCG last week. They assisted in removing some weeds from the vicinity of the overgrown herb bed and were shown basic gardening tasks that, hopefully, they will be able to develop during subsequent visits. Volunteers Harley, Cathy, Sybille, Cettina, Don and Helen assisted our visitors with their familiarisation of the site.
Weeding and Pruning, Working Bee 23 July 2016
Garlic Planting Continues 14 May 2016
Sybille Davidson has provided nice pics of a very energetic working bee this Saturday. Click on the image to view enlargements of each snap.
Further Autumn Snaps at the MCG, 2 April 2016
Garlic Planting, Saturday 2 April 2016
A great turnout to help in planting the 2016 garlic crop at MCG. Our garlic crop is a major source of funding for the Garden and is proving popular at local markets and with local restaurants. Garlic bulbs are planted 35mm deep at 150mm intervals in rows 200mm apart. The bed depicted is the largest of 5 devoted to the crop. Varieties include Italian Red (Click), a fragrant and beautifully rose flushed example. Click on all images for full view.
MCG Stall at the Murramarang Market, Saturday 12 December 2016
The MCG stall sold 15kg of freshly harvested garlic plus fresh veggies, preserves and tube stock of local plants, donated by the Milton Rural Landcare Nursery. Our profit totaled $590...a great effort by the few stalwarts who harvested communal crops, donated their own produce to sell and who set-up and worked on the stall. Our next fundraising stall is scheduled for Saturday 2 January at the Kioloa Fair - please consider contributing your help for this stall - it's a shame if the same few people are left to do all the hard work every time we have a fundraising stall.
Kioloa Fair, Saturday 2 January 2016
Garlic Crop Harvested, 2015
GARLIC WORKING BEE
Saturday 5 December 2015 - preparing the garlic for sale at the coming Murramarang Markets, to be held on Saturday, 12 December.
Saturday 5 December 2015 - preparing the garlic for sale at the coming Murramarang Markets, to be held on Saturday, 12 December.
Doug Howarth, with the Help of Steve Tedding van Berkhout, Builds Off-Loading Ramp for his Ride-on Mower at MCG, September 2015.
Beautiful off-loading ramp constructed by Doug and Steve enables Doug to drive his own ride-on mower off from his (tipper) tray-top ute at the site. Doug has been generously mowing the over 1 hectare public and privately allotted areas of the MCG for the last 4 years. While others have helped, Doug has done the lion's share of the mowing keeping the MCG looking wonderful.
Many thanks to Doug who is also the MCG Treasurer.
Many thanks to Doug who is also the MCG Treasurer.
Bunnings Team Volunteers Construct New Herb Bed, Friday 30 October 2015, assisted by Murramarang Mens' Shed
Our community garden is extremely grateful to BUNNINGS, Ulladulla, for providing volunteers (all of whom worked in their own time) to visit the garden on Friday morning to construct a new herb bed at the entrance to the site. Bunnings also donated plants and fertilizer for the herb bed.
The new herb bed is visually attractive and provides a pleasant welcome to the site.
The assistance of Murramarang Mens' Shed is also gratefully acknowledge. Dick's Bob Cat and tipper trailer made the use of wheelbarrows, spades and our sweat and hard labour redundant!
THANK YOU TO ALL!
The new herb bed is visually attractive and provides a pleasant welcome to the site.
The assistance of Murramarang Mens' Shed is also gratefully acknowledge. Dick's Bob Cat and tipper trailer made the use of wheelbarrows, spades and our sweat and hard labour redundant!
THANK YOU TO ALL!
Bunnings Ulladulla Visits MCG, Saturday 19 September 2015
Vikki Sampson from Bunnings Store Ulladulla visited the MCG working bee on Saturday 19 September to discuss possible contributions to the MCG through Bunnings community outreach program. The visit was negotiated by MCG member Helen Nelson.
Blueberries Planted!
MCG working bee planted 26 blueberry trees, Saturday 14 August 2015 an
We thank CLYDE RIVER BERRY FARM for the donation of the 26 blueberry trees. A previous Working Bee held on 11 July prepared the area, on the western boundary, ready for the planting of the blueberry trees - Don Davidson has designed a structure for the orchard that will support bird netting for protecting the fruit.
MCG Thanks Steve Tedding van Berkhout, ANU KCC, for Culvert and Gutter Additions to the Access Road, September 2015.
Once again, ANU KCC is supporting MCG by providing culverts for the road where it crosses the creek. As always, MCG thanks ANU KCC Manager Steve, for his generous support of the Community Garden.
Gary Wallington Completed MCG All-Weather Road, Late June 2015
Our long awaited all-weather access road to the MCG site constructed by Gary Wallington, a local contractor. Gary commenced work on Monday 1 June.
Gary Wallington Has Begun Grading the MCG Access Road, June 6, 2015!
Construction of our long awaited all-weather access road to the MCG site was completed on June 6 by Gary Wallington, a local contractor.
We ask that you drive on alternate sides of the road on the way in and out - this will avoid the creation of ruts in the middle of the road.
Once again, ANU KCC is supporting MCG by providing culverts for the road where it crosses the creek. As always, we thank Steve Tedding van Berkhout, ANU KCC Manager, for his generous support of the community garden.
We ask that you drive on alternate sides of the road on the way in and out - this will avoid the creation of ruts in the middle of the road.
Once again, ANU KCC is supporting MCG by providing culverts for the road where it crosses the creek. As always, we thank Steve Tedding van Berkhout, ANU KCC Manager, for his generous support of the community garden.
MCG has Gone Solar!, May 2015
Andrew Coman from LUMEN SOLAR Commenced the Installation of Our Power System, 25 May 2015
MCG is going solar…a newly establish local business, LUMEN SOLAR has generously offered to sponsor MCG by donating solar panels and the labour required to install an off-grid solar system that will allow us to automatically irrigate the large communal areas of vegetable beds, orchards and fruit and nut trees. The work includes the provision of a water pump and lighting for the container shed and the awning area, plus outdoor power points.
We have applied for a grant to cover the small shortfall in funding for the solar system.
Andrew Coman from LUMEN SOLAR is fitting our installation around his other work commitments - he has generously donated his labor, plus the solar panels, for this project and for his generosity in donating the solar panels and his labour including lighting for the interior of the shed and our outdoor area under the awning..
Andrew will complete the installation of our solar system on Friday 26 August.
We have applied for a grant to cover the small shortfall in funding for the solar system.
Andrew Coman from LUMEN SOLAR is fitting our installation around his other work commitments - he has generously donated his labor, plus the solar panels, for this project and for his generosity in donating the solar panels and his labour including lighting for the interior of the shed and our outdoor area under the awning..
Andrew will complete the installation of our solar system on Friday 26 August.
Garlic Crop 2015!
MCG Easter Fair - Saturday
4 April 2015
MCG Easter Fair a Success!
Fair Organiser Cettina Borg-Musin reports that despite the rain, heavy at times, early returns confirm this year's MCG Easter Fair a great success.
Produce and preserves - returned a massive $834.05. WOW!
The BBQ made - $355.25, serving delicious food - three lots of people coming back for seconds!
The Raffle made - $952
Total for the Fair - $2101
MCG wishes to thank all those who contributed to the Fair's success with particular thanks to Cettina and also to Co-Garden Managers Harley and Jocelyn.
Fair Organiser Cettina Borg-Musin reports that despite the rain, heavy at times, early returns confirm this year's MCG Easter Fair a great success.
Produce and preserves - returned a massive $834.05. WOW!
The BBQ made - $355.25, serving delicious food - three lots of people coming back for seconds!
The Raffle made - $952
Total for the Fair - $2101
MCG wishes to thank all those who contributed to the Fair's success with particular thanks to Cettina and also to Co-Garden Managers Harley and Jocelyn.
Plans for Solar System Discussed at MCG Site - Meeting Monday 2 March 2015 at 2PM
MCG members may be interested in news that a Lumen Solar representative, Andrew was on site at the MCG Monday 2 March. Andrew discussed the advantages of self contained solar systems combining solar panels and storage batteries. Andrew was invited to make recommendations for the installation of a self contained solar power system tailored to the needs of the MCG supplying power for irrigation pumps, appliances and power tools, as well as lighting for the sheds. (details forthcoming)
Numbering for MCG Plots
MCG member Marie O'Connell has hand-crafted 60 beautiful wooden number shields for use in identifying individual garden beds at MCG (click to enlarge picture at right). Shields come pre-drilled for easy attaching to the wooden sleepers making up the beds. Members of Marie's family have also kindly volunteered to install the number shields.
Murramarang Market Stall, 4-6pm Saturday 7 March 2015
MCG's MM stall last Saturday went well, although with a 4PM start things were quietening down by 6PM. Produce that sold well were pumpkins, cherry tomatoes,cucumbers, chillies and Cettina’s slices of watermelon. We made approx. $530.
MCG Participates in Second Murramarang Markets Held at ANU, Saturday 17 January 2015.
A great result for our two raffles at the very successful Murramarang Markets, held at ANU on 17 January - we raised close to $800 with 2 raffles; the first for 12 bottles of red wine generously donated by MCG member Ross Brady, the second a basket of fresh produce donated by gardeners and also harvested from our communal plots - we also sold veggies and flowers. Thank you to all who donated their time and produce to make this event such a success. Thank you to Harley and Jocelyn, our hardworking Garden Managers, for organising our stall.
Donated wine not sold at Saturday's Markets will be included in the MCG dozen raffled at our 2015 Easter Fair in April. Many thanks to all MCG wine donors!
Donated wine not sold at Saturday's Markets will be included in the MCG dozen raffled at our 2015 Easter Fair in April. Many thanks to all MCG wine donors!
Pictures from the Extraordinary Meeting at the MCG, 16 December 2014
MCG Stall at Kioloa Fair Produces Good Result, Saturday 3 January 2015
The MCG President sends a heartfelt thanks to all those community garden members who contributed so enthusiastically to the success of our stall at the KIOLOA FAIR on 4 January 2015. MCG raffled 12 bottles of donated wine (we have 5 extra bottles that we will raffle at the next KIOLOA MARKET on 17 January), plus a box of donated fresh garden produce, and we sold a dozen or so jams, pickles and cucumbers (plus a magnificent "lolly gingerbread cake") - we raised $492, money that will be used to purchase materials and equipment for the benefit of all MCG gardeners. A GREAT EFFORT AND A SPECIAL THANKS TO THOSE OF YOU WHO GAVE YOUR TIME, ENERGY AND GOODWILL TO MAKE THE STALL A SUCCESSFUL FUNDRAISING VENTURE. |
MCG's Two Stalls at the Murramarang Market an All-round Success, 13 December 2014
Murramarang Community Garden had two stalls at the recent Murramarang Market, held at the Kioloa Community Hall on Saturday 13 December. The first stall, organised by Alwyn Hodgson, sold delicious freshly baked cakes, biscuits and slices, all donated by our members. The second stall, organised by Jocelyn Sussman, sold fresh vegetables, herbs and eggs grown by MCG gardeners and tasty jams, pickles and chutneys.
Both of these stalls were a great financial success, raising well over $1000 – these funds will go towards our Road and Pathway Project, focussing on providing road bed to be laid on the boggy access road to the garden site and providing crushed granite pathways between beds in the new communal area. This will mean that all-weather access will be possible to the garden and within the site. Thankyou to all the MCG volunteers who baked delicious cakes and donated fresh produce from their plots to our stalls and to those who worked on the roster and helped to set-up and pack-up after the event. |
"Thank you" event for Malcolm Salmon, our inaugural MCG Vice President and Garden Manager, 5 December 2014
A long overdue "thank you" BBQ was held for Malcolm Salmon, our inaugural MCG Vice President and Garden Manager, on Friday, 5 December, at 5pm in the kitchen/dining rooms at ANU Coastal Campus graciously provided by Steve Teding van Berkhout. Originally planned to be held at the garden site, rainy weather necessitated the change of venue.
Sandra Worth, our first Treasurer, was also thanked for her contribution to the establishment of MCG, as was Rod Hayes for his design of our new "turnip" self-composting toilet.
MCG President Ewen Sussman, while recognising the contributions made by many other members to the successful establishment of the MCG, praised the significant roles played by Malcolm and Sandra in their formal offices as inaugural Garden Manager and Treasurer, as they step down. Rod Hayes also thanked the MCG and seconded Ewen's comments in regard to Malcolm's work. Malcolm responded to Ewen in thanking the company of the MCG, praising its ambitions and confirming his continuing association as a humble garden member. He also revealed exciting knowledge of interest expressed in the activities of MCG by ABC garden celebrity Costa Georgiadis. Malcolm forecast a successful future for the MCG noting its invitation to play a significant role in the forthcoming 40th year celebrations of Joy London's formal donation of her Kioloa properties to ANU. This was confirmed by Steve and Robin who dropped in briefly to express their thanks to Malcolm. The "thank you" BBQ was attended by a majority of MCG members who were supported by a couple of enthusiastic toddlers.
Sandra Worth, our first Treasurer, was also thanked for her contribution to the establishment of MCG, as was Rod Hayes for his design of our new "turnip" self-composting toilet.
MCG President Ewen Sussman, while recognising the contributions made by many other members to the successful establishment of the MCG, praised the significant roles played by Malcolm and Sandra in their formal offices as inaugural Garden Manager and Treasurer, as they step down. Rod Hayes also thanked the MCG and seconded Ewen's comments in regard to Malcolm's work. Malcolm responded to Ewen in thanking the company of the MCG, praising its ambitions and confirming his continuing association as a humble garden member. He also revealed exciting knowledge of interest expressed in the activities of MCG by ABC garden celebrity Costa Georgiadis. Malcolm forecast a successful future for the MCG noting its invitation to play a significant role in the forthcoming 40th year celebrations of Joy London's formal donation of her Kioloa properties to ANU. This was confirmed by Steve and Robin who dropped in briefly to express their thanks to Malcolm. The "thank you" BBQ was attended by a majority of MCG members who were supported by a couple of enthusiastic toddlers.
MCG Wins $2000 SCC Grant for upgrading Our Access Road, November 2014
Sunset at the Garden BBQ on Friday night 31 October 2014, and details of Saturday Working Bee 1 November.
Report from Jocelyn Sussman.
The Sunset at the Garden BBQ held on Friday 31st October was a great success. We had the delightful pleasure of the attendance of the local ukelele group, BUSHUKES, (Click pic at left) who entertained us with lots of rollicking songs and music. We also feasted on some of the fruits of our labours in the form of super delicious strawberries, as well as salads and an exotic vegetable cake. The setting was very beautiful, with the roses blooming in the sunset. The piece de resistance, of course, was the turnip, which was appropriately christened by Rod, designer and maker extraordinaire!
On Saturday Harley and Cathie brought and planted a Lisbon lemon that they had specially bought in Canberra to get the suitable trifoliata rootstock, and another Seville orange. We all had a lesson from the expert, in root pruning, and also in trenching for the desired watering and drainage. The hard yakka was done by many members, and the lawns mown, beds watered and weeded, and the strawberries yielded yet another bowl for morning tea. The tyres were wired together and rodent-proofed with mesh, for the now very happy worms, which are probably having their own party to celebrate.
They did complain a bit about the searing heat, but we promised to furnish them [the worms] with some improved shade when possible. We also barrowed more soil to the new jam melon patch, and pumpkins were planted in the new trench mound below the newly planted citrus.
We discussed the southern and western windbreaks, and endemic species that will withstand occasional boggy conditions, and decided on melaleucas, callistemon and lilypillies, amongst others, for biodiversity. These will be sourced from the Milton/Ulladulla Landcare nursery together with as many bush-tucker plants as we can fit in!
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The Sunset at the Garden BBQ held on Friday 31st October was a great success. We had the delightful pleasure of the attendance of the local ukelele group, BUSHUKES, (Click pic at left) who entertained us with lots of rollicking songs and music. We also feasted on some of the fruits of our labours in the form of super delicious strawberries, as well as salads and an exotic vegetable cake. The setting was very beautiful, with the roses blooming in the sunset. The piece de resistance, of course, was the turnip, which was appropriately christened by Rod, designer and maker extraordinaire!
On Saturday Harley and Cathie brought and planted a Lisbon lemon that they had specially bought in Canberra to get the suitable trifoliata rootstock, and another Seville orange. We all had a lesson from the expert, in root pruning, and also in trenching for the desired watering and drainage. The hard yakka was done by many members, and the lawns mown, beds watered and weeded, and the strawberries yielded yet another bowl for morning tea. The tyres were wired together and rodent-proofed with mesh, for the now very happy worms, which are probably having their own party to celebrate.
They did complain a bit about the searing heat, but we promised to furnish them [the worms] with some improved shade when possible. We also barrowed more soil to the new jam melon patch, and pumpkins were planted in the new trench mound below the newly planted citrus.
We discussed the southern and western windbreaks, and endemic species that will withstand occasional boggy conditions, and decided on melaleucas, callistemon and lilypillies, amongst others, for biodiversity. These will be sourced from the Milton/Ulladulla Landcare nursery together with as many bush-tucker plants as we can fit in!
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Malcolm Salmon Steps Down as MCG Garden Manager and Vice-President, August 2014
The success of the MCG is a lasting achievement of Malcolm Salmon, our inaugural Garden Manager and Vice-President.
Malcolm, a well known and respected TAFE teacher of Horticulture at both the Ulladulla and Moruya campuses, brought years of experience to his role at MCG. His meticulous planning of the initial garden lay-out and his liaison with Steve Teding van Berkhout, ANU KCC Manager, ensured that the community garden started out on a sound footing.
Malcolm involved his TAFE students in many tasks such as fence building, thus establishing an important link between TAFE and a volunteer run community enterprise, such as MCG. He devoted countless hours of his time in building garden infrastructure such as garden beds, storage sheds and fences.
The community garden is indebted to Malcolm and we thank him for his enduring contribution to our success.
Malcolm, a well known and respected TAFE teacher of Horticulture at both the Ulladulla and Moruya campuses, brought years of experience to his role at MCG. His meticulous planning of the initial garden lay-out and his liaison with Steve Teding van Berkhout, ANU KCC Manager, ensured that the community garden started out on a sound footing.
Malcolm involved his TAFE students in many tasks such as fence building, thus establishing an important link between TAFE and a volunteer run community enterprise, such as MCG. He devoted countless hours of his time in building garden infrastructure such as garden beds, storage sheds and fences.
The community garden is indebted to Malcolm and we thank him for his enduring contribution to our success.
Sandra Worth Steps Aside as MCG Treasurer, August 2014
Sandra Worth has stepped down from her inaugural role as MCG Treasurer after four years of dedicated work in this position. Despite her busy life as the proprietor of INTERLUDES, well known local self-catering cottages, Sandra still managed to find time to guide MCG through the myriad of processes required to set-up MCG, such as registering MCG as an Incorporated Association, arranging GST exemption and Public Liability Insurance, plus dozens of other tasks associated with our early days.
As a member of the inaugural MCG Executive of the Management Committee, Sandra worked closely with her colleagues, Ewen Malcolm and Judith, to ensure that MCG prospered.
Sandra has remained one of our most active gardeners and recently conducted a seed raising workshop, christening our Hot House and providing hundreds of seedlings for all to share. She regularly participates in our Saturday working bees and can be relied upon to provide sage advice about growing vegetables successfully. All members of MCG thank Sandra for her leadership in establishing our communal garden and ensuring that it continues to thrive.
As a member of the inaugural MCG Executive of the Management Committee, Sandra worked closely with her colleagues, Ewen Malcolm and Judith, to ensure that MCG prospered.
Sandra has remained one of our most active gardeners and recently conducted a seed raising workshop, christening our Hot House and providing hundreds of seedlings for all to share. She regularly participates in our Saturday working bees and can be relied upon to provide sage advice about growing vegetables successfully. All members of MCG thank Sandra for her leadership in establishing our communal garden and ensuring that it continues to thrive.
Steve Commissions the Rustic Wood-Burning Stove in the Community Shed 2014
Many thanks to Steve Teding van Berkhout for the donation and installation of a cosy wood burning stove in the meeting area adjacent to the container shed. Steve's son Jan, who works a plot at the MCG, is stoking the fire.
Worm Farm Workshop, July 2014Sybille Davidson presenting a Worm Farm Workshop at the garden.
Sybille has provided notes for this presentation. Click on the titles below for details: HOW TO USE WORM CASTINGS WHAT WORMS LIKE TO EAT |
The Self-Composting Toilet or 'Turnip' Takes Shape 2014
Click here above for further details and drawings of Rod Hayes' design.
Click here above for further details and drawings of Rod Hayes' design.
Kioloa Fair 2014
Cake and Slice Stall, 14th December 2013
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Plaiting the Garlic Crop, 30th November 2013 click here for more photosOn Saturday the 30th November garden members came together to plait the communal garlic crop and get it ready for sale. Much hilarity was had with Doug wearing garlic earrings for a time....
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Harvesting the Communal Garlic Crop, 23rd November 2013 |
Working Bee on Saturday, 2nd November 2013A wonderfully productive working bee was held to plant out vegetable seedlings into the new communal area.
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Rat Baiting and Changes to the Composting System at MCG, Winter 2013Steve Teding van Berkhout with the assistance of Malcolm Salmon and the MCG committee has undertaken a program of rat baiting to counter vermin attacks on a number of plots. Capsicums, cauliflower and similar vegetables have suffered recently from widespread attacks.
Measures taken include the employment, courtesy of Sandra Worth, of closed rotating composting bins, pictured at left in conjunction with the laying of polyurethane bait boxes, see image below. |
MCG Members Visit SAGE Community Garden "SAGE Project", Saturday 22 June 2013
Members of the MCG travelled to Moruya on Saturday 22 June for a guided tour of the SAGE Project at the SAGE Community Garden. The following pictorial narrative highlights key components of the tour.
Wendy from SAGE, pictured at left, explains how community members have ownership of various rows of planting. Plantings are documented with dates as well. Those working on beds can own a small percentage of produce (around 10%) - the rest is sold as produce at markets, money goes back to the garden.
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Wendy from SAGE, pictured at left, explains how community members have ownership of various rows of planting. Plantings are documented with dates as well. Those working on beds can own a small percentage of produce (around 10%) - the rest is sold as produce at markets, money goes back to the garden.
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TAFE Horticulture Students Observe Extensions to MCG
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Pumpkin Festival, 27th April 2013
Later that afternoon the MCG pumpkin festival was celebrated with high level athletic sports including the sack race. Click here for more pics of the frolic.
Refreshments including pumpkin scones, pumpkin dip, pumpkin soup, pumpkin muffins, slices, biscuits and cakes.
Refreshments including pumpkin scones, pumpkin dip, pumpkin soup, pumpkin muffins, slices, biscuits and cakes.
MCG Easter Fair 2013
Setting up the 2013 MCG Easter Fair
The annual MCG Easter Fair was held Saturday 30 April 2013 at the Bawley Point shopping centre. This was the MCG's third fair held at the Bawley Point Shops. Thanks mainly to Cettina Borg-Musin and her formidable powers of organisation the event was a resounding success. The chocolate wheel, face painting and jumping-castle were a great drawcard but the seedlings, fresh veggies, cakes and preserves took the honours. After a slow start to the morning the produce was sold out by midday. Cettina and the organising committee wish to thank all volunteers for their generous contribution to the success of this year's fair. Click here to find more pictures.
Christmas 2012 Party.
Pippi, our youngest MCG member at 12 months old, enjoys our 2012 Christmas celebration held at the garden on the 2nd of December. Click here to see more pictures.
MCG AGM August 2012
Official Opening of the MCG, 2 June 2012 |
MCG Easter Fair 2012
MCG Easter Family Fair at Bawley Point Shops - Saturday 7 April 2012
The 2012 Easter Fair was once again a great success, thanks to the organisational skills of Cettina and her crew of helpers. The jumping castle and face painting were popular with the kids and the egg and bacon and sausage sandwiches, veggie seedlings, chutneys and cakes satisfied their parents and visitors! The chocolate wheel with meat tray and Easter goodies prizes, manned by John, drew in the crowds. Our information stall provided an opportunity for locals and visitors to learn about the garden and several people were motivated to join. The Fair raised over $2500 in much needed funds, enabling MCG to continue to build the infrastructure required for our community garden.
Click here for more images of the Easter Family Fair.
The 2012 Easter Fair was once again a great success, thanks to the organisational skills of Cettina and her crew of helpers. The jumping castle and face painting were popular with the kids and the egg and bacon and sausage sandwiches, veggie seedlings, chutneys and cakes satisfied their parents and visitors! The chocolate wheel with meat tray and Easter goodies prizes, manned by John, drew in the crowds. Our information stall provided an opportunity for locals and visitors to learn about the garden and several people were motivated to join. The Fair raised over $2500 in much needed funds, enabling MCG to continue to build the infrastructure required for our community garden.
Click here for more images of the Easter Family Fair.
Assorted Pictures from the Garden 2012 Click here to see many more
HOW-TO-DO IT Workshops - Growing Garlic, March 2012
Vince Leyden
Now is the time to plant Garlic! The first of the Saturday morning HOW-TO-DO IT Workshops, where successful garlic grower Vince Leyden passed on his favourite tips for growing garlic, was held at the Garden on Saturday Morning 31 March @ 10.30 AM. In this hands-on workshop Vince, from Bundle Hill Garlic demonstrated how to grow garlic successfully. Vince generously donated planting stock for our communal garlic beds that will be prepared for planting over the coming weeks. The free workshop was attended by 22 MCG members. The garlic planted by Vince on the day is being harvested in November 2012.
Click here for Vince's helpful details on growing garlic.
Click here for Vince's helpful details on growing garlic.