The Gerringong Community Garden has been going for over five and a half years, but it's the recent ideas and vision of our new president, Sue Daniels, that have really seen it flourish. Under her guidance, the garden has become a thriving hub for cultivating leafy greens and an array of wonderful produce.

Gerringong Community Garden - supplied by Chris Huddle

Exciting news to hand as the Gerringong Bowling Club has generously granted access to expand the garden along it’s Western boundary. This expansion is set to double the size of the garden and create even more opportunities for the community to engage in productive gardening.

A non-profit venture, the community garden has plans that are ambitious and diverse, all with the aim of benefitting the local community. These plans are dedicated to making gardening accessible and enjoyable for everyone. The expanded garden offers a golden opportunity for locals to get involved, cultivate their own produce, and reap the rewards of sustainable living.

Sue Daniels says, "I love this garden! I now get to grow all the vegetables and fruit I love without pesticides. You don't need to know how to garden to join us. We will help you and after a morning of gardening share our produce. If you are new to the area, it's a great way to make friends."

She mentions that the Garden will need some help from volunteers as they are building the extension to the garden, which is a sizable undertaking. Sue says, “We don’t necessarily need experienced gardeners - just people who are strong and able to dig large holes as we want to move the fruit trees that are in tubs at the moment and make new garden beds too.”

The Gerringong Community Garden wishes to acknowledge the dedication and hard work put in by the previous president Peter Berry, who held it together over the past five years, especially during the Covid times.

All are welcome and new community members are encouraged to join the project. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a newcomer, there's a place for you in this vibrant community venture. Together, the community can sow the seeds of positive change in Gerringong.