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The community gardens are open to the public and members, and orientation sessions and bi-weekly catch-ups have restarted. Physical distancing and other safe practices will be implemented.
About Community Gardens
We support and encourage local groups involved in community gardening in our community. Community Gardening is a valuable activity that contributes to the sustainability and wellbeing of the wider community and provides an extensive range of environmental, social, recreational, health, and educational benefits.
A community garden is an open space managed by the community with the primary focus of producing food and contributing to the growth of a sustainable city environment. It is a place for learning and sharing about sustainable living practices whilst actively building community through shared activities and contributing to improved health and wellbeing.
Community gardens offer a range of benefits to local residents, including:
- access to fresh, nutritious food
- sense of achievement from growing your food
- making friends and being part of a group
- learning gardening skills alongside others
- learning about shared decision-making
- getting outdoor exercise
- building a sense of community
- increasing connection to the environment
- increasing food security
Community Garden Application Form
Please complete the Community Garden Application Form below if you are applying to use council land for a community garden. This is not a funding application form.
An important first step is reading the Community Garden Guidelines and the two-page Information for Applicants leaflet. Please arrange a meeting to discuss your proposal with a council officer before submitting your completed application form.
