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An educational resource for community

Our events and programs are offered to all ages and skill levels, including nature playgroups, school excursions, community groups, other garden groups and workshops.

Upcoming events

 

Have an idea for a workshop? Get in touch and we can try to find someone to present, or if you would like to hire our garden to run a workshop, let us know. 

Tour opportunities and activities

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Our garden is a great way for kindergardens, schools and other groups to learn about a range of topics including gardening, sustainability, science, art, geography, history and food technology. 

Each tour and activity is tailored to provide specific learning outcomes for learners of all ages. 

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Our experienced educators can tailor the experience to suit your specific curriculum needs and student age groups. We can customise a tour or activity to suit the educational aims of the group - our organisers have a lot of experience and may be able to suggest enrichment activities. Let's discuss how we can support your educational goals through engaging, hands-on experiences in our community garden.

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Bookings and costs

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  • Activities and tours have a small charge to cover event planning and materials. We can discuss options to come up with a plan that suits your budget. 

    Tours are $3.30 per student including GST, with a minimum of $55 investment.

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  • For students Year 2 and up, you can book activities to enhance their experience. These offer unique, practical, creative and hands-on opportunities where students are engaged and inspired while learning. This could include making cuttings for new plants, planting some trees or vegetables or we can customise it to your study topic.

    Activities are $1.10 per student.

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  • We need some notice to offer you the best experience, one month preferred. Organisers who need to prepare safety plans or who have group members with mobility restrictions (wheelchairs, walking frames) should arrange a pre-visit inspection.

 

Send us your request or contact us on grow@wcg3280.org.au or 0493 057 811 to book.​​

Views of the garden ith the bridge and private plots

​Examples of tours you can choose

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Bush foods and First Nations history

Explore local native species and their traditional uses, fostering an understanding of Peek Whurrong perspectives and intercultural capabilitie

  • Identify and describe native plant species

  • Understand the cultural significance of bush foods

  • Develop respect for First Nations knowledge and practices
     

Sensory herb garden

Engage multiple senses by smelling, tasting, and touching a variety of herbs, enhancing scientific inquiry skills and botanical knowledge

  • Recognise different herb species through sensory exploration

  • Understand the culinary and medicinal uses of herbs

  • Develop descriptive vocabulary related to plant characteristics

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Sustainable ecosystems

Discover the importance of pollinators, soil health, and composting in maintaining thriving ecosystems

  • Explain the role of pollinators in plant reproduction

  • Understand the process of composting and its benefits

  • Identify key components of healthy soil

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Animals in the garden

Interact with our chickens and worms and learn about responsible animal care, supporting personal and social capability development

  • Understand basic chicken care and behaviour

  • See the worm lifecycle and how they process waste

  • Develop empathy and respect for animals

  • Learn about the role of chickens and worms in sustainable food production

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Sustainable gardening practices

Explore various gardening techniques, from layout design to pest control, aligned with sustainability and environmental science curricula

  • Design efficient garden layouts

  • Implement companion planting strategies

  • Apply organic pest control methods

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Environmental science and geography

Investigate habitat restoration, water cycles, and local geological features, supporting earth and environmental sciences

  • Analyse the impact of human activity on local ecosystems

  • Understand the water cycle and its importance

  • Examine local geological formations and their significance

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Creative arts in nature

Engage in nature-inspired art activities, fostering creativity and visual arts skills

  • Create artworks using natural materials

  • Develop observational drawing skills

  • Explore photography techniques in a natural setting

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Local history and heritage

Discover the site's significance in First Nations history and local industrial development, supporting historical knowledge and understanding

  • Recognise the importance of the site to First Nations peoples

  • Understand the area's industrial heritage

  • Analyse how land use has changed over time

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Food technology and nutrition

Learn about sustainable food production and healthy eating, aligning with health and physical education curriculum.

  • Identify various vegetables, fruits, and herbs

  • Understand principles of backyard food production

  • Learn about nutritional benefits of home-grown produce

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Urban design: sustainable solutions in action

Discover innovative urban design practices that prioritise sustainability and environmental harmony. 

  • Discover how nature inspires sustainable architectural and urban planning solutions.

  • Explore key concepts such as biomimicry, passive heating, worm composting toilets, and solar energy integration.

  • Learn about natural ventilation for energy efficiency and discuss waste reduction and nutrient cycling.

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grow@wcg3280.org.au

0493 057 811

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Corner of Grieve and Derby Street Warrnambool, Victoria, 3280

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We acknowledge the Peek Whurrong People of the Maar Nation as the original custodians of the land on which we meet and garden. Our garden adjoins a significant place, we continue to learn its history as we work together in a spirit of reconciliation. 

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