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Jun
4
Sun
Alphington Farmers’ Market @ Melbourne Innovation Centre
Jun 4 @ 09:00 – 13:00
Soil management masterclass and field trip (2 sessions) @ Bundoora Park Farm
Jun 4 @ 10:00 – 14:00

The two sessions are on Sunday, 4th June, 10am-2pm at Bundoora Park Farm and Friday, 16th June, 10am-4pm at Yarra Valley ECOSS.

For aspiring farmers.

The first day will equip you with the skills to assess soil conditions. Learn how to engage an agronomist effectively, interpret soil test results, and conduct practical field tests to assess soil qualities.

The second day will be a field trip to explore the impact of soil type and context on site management. Discover how different soil conditions require tailored approaches and refine your skills in developing effective soil management plans.

Facilitator: Agronomist Ian Mott. Organised by Farmer Incubator.

Northcote Community Gardens working bee @ Northcote Community Gardens
Jun 4 @ 11:00 – 13:00

Next to the Northcote train station.

There is some sharing of food and drink after the working bee so feel free to take a plate of food to share.

Click here to read about the garden.

Regent Community Garden (Reservoir) @ The Regent Centre
Jun 4 @ 13:00 – 16:00

Click here to read about the garden.

Regent Produce and Plant Swap (Reservoir) @ The Regent Centre
Jun 4 @ 14:00 – 15:00

 

Introduction to soils workshop @ Bundoora Park Farm
Jun 4 @ 14:30 – 16:30

Agronomist Ian Mott will discuss: how to assess soil conditions; resources for conducting soil tests, what to test for (e.g. contamination, identifying hazards, fertility, suitability to particular crops) and where to do so; how to interpret and improve or amend soil conditions; and tools and resources for planning, management and further learning.

Organised by Farmer Incubator.

Jun
7
Wed
Newton Street Community Garden @ Newton Street Community Garden
Jun 7 @ 09:30 – 12:00

A drop-in gardening session, facilitated by the DIVRS Urban Food Program, which everyone is welcome to attend. There is always plenty of weeding, watering, planting and harvesting to do!

Click here to read about the garden.

Span Community House Community Garden group (Thornbury) @ Span Community House
Jun 7 @ 10:00 – 12:00

No garden of your own? Would you like be able to share some fresh produce? Go along and join Span’s gardening team. Wheelchair accessible, fun and supportive. You just need your skills, or want to develop skills.

Click here to read about the garden.

Sylvester Hive Community Garden (Preston) @ Pavilion School grounds
Jun 7 @ 18:00 – 20:00

During the year, the start time varies from 6pm to 7pm. Before going, therefore, check with them by email.

Take something to share at their communal meal.

Click here to read about the garden.

Jun
9
Fri
Community lunch (Preston) @ Bridge Darebin
Jun 9 @ 12:00 – 13:30

Go for a lunch and stay for the conversation and activities.

Jun
10
Sat
Northcote Community Gardens working bee @ Northcote Community Gardens
Jun 10 @ 11:00 – 13:00

Next to the Northcote train station.

There is some socialising after the working bee.

Click here to read about the garden.

Jun
11
Sun
Alphington Farmers’ Market @ Melbourne Innovation Centre
Jun 11 @ 09:00 – 13:00
Regent Community Garden (Reservoir) @ The Regent Centre
Jun 11 @ 13:00 – 16:00

Click here to read about the garden.

Jun
13
Tue
Community lunch (Reservoir) @ Reservoir Neighbourhood House
Jun 13 @ 12:00 – 13:00

‘Jen the chef’ makes meals which always includes a main and dessert. Why not go down and join in, eat something, and have a chat with some new friends.

Jun
14
Wed
Newton Street Community Garden @ Newton Street Community Garden
Jun 14 @ 09:30 – 12:00

A drop-in gardening session, facilitated by the DIVRS Urban Food Program, which everyone is welcome to attend. There is always plenty of weeding, watering, planting and harvesting to do!

Click here to read about the garden.

Span Community House Community Garden group (Thornbury) @ Span Community House
Jun 14 @ 10:00 – 12:00

No garden of your own? Would you like be able to share some fresh produce? Go along and join Span’s gardening team. Wheelchair accessible, fun and supportive. You just need your skills, or want to develop skills.

Click here to read about the garden.

Community lunch (Thornbury) @ Span Community House
Jun 14 @ 12:30 – 14:30

A two course home-cooked meal is shared in their dining room with other friendly community members. Go along for company, conversation and support. A great opportunity to find out what’s available in the neighbourhood. RSVP Span Community House by phone (9480 1364) or email.

Sylvester Hive Community Garden (Preston) @ Pavilion School grounds
Jun 14 @ 18:00 – 20:00

During the year, the start time varies from 6pm to 7pm. Before going, therefore, check with them by email.

Take something to share at their communal meal.

Click here to read about the garden.

Jun
16
Fri
Community lunch (Preston) @ Bridge Darebin
Jun 16 @ 12:00 – 13:30

Go for a lunch and stay for the conversation and activities.

Jun
17
Sat
Reservoir Food Swap @ In front of Reservoir Library
Jun 17 @ 10:00 – 11:00

In front of Reservoir Library.

Fairfield Food Swap @ St. Andrews Church, side garden
Jun 17 @ 11:00 – 12:00

 

Jun
18
Sun
Alphington Farmers’ Market @ Melbourne Innovation Centre
Jun 18 @ 09:00 – 13:00
In-depth mushroom cultivation workshop @ The Mushroomery
Jun 18 @ 10:00 – 16:00

You will learn the growing methods for oyster mushrooms, including inoculation, sterilisation and be introduced to basic mycology. You will undertake practical sessions and learn how to start master cultures. You will also be given a tour of the mushroom farm. Take a clean 5-10L bucket with a lid and some gloves.

Marra Guwiyap Community Garden working bee @ Marra Guwiyap Community Garden
Jun 18 @ 10:00 – 13:00

This garden, also known as Croxton Community Garden, is run by local volunteers who work together to grow vegetables, learn organic gardening and enjoy each other’s company.

Click here to read about the garden.

Regent Community Garden (Reservoir) @ The Regent Centre
Jun 18 @ 13:00 – 16:00

Click here to read about the garden.

Jun
21
Wed
Newton Street Community Garden @ Newton Street Community Garden
Jun 21 @ 09:30 – 12:00

A drop-in gardening session, facilitated by the DIVRS Urban Food Program, which everyone is welcome to attend. There is always plenty of weeding, watering, planting and harvesting to do!

Click here to read about the garden.

Span Community House Community Garden group (Thornbury) @ Span Community House
Jun 21 @ 10:00 – 12:00

No garden of your own? Would you like be able to share some fresh produce? Go along and join Span’s gardening team. Wheelchair accessible, fun and supportive. You just need your skills, or want to develop skills.

Click here to read about the garden.

Sylvester Hive Community Garden (Preston) @ Pavilion School grounds
Jun 21 @ 18:00 – 20:00

During the year, the start time varies from 6pm to 7pm. Before going, therefore, check with them by email.

Take something to share at their communal meal.

Click here to read about the garden.

Jun
22
Thu
Nonna & Mum’s cooking class @ The Thorn 3071
Jun 22 @ 19:00 – 22:00
Jun
23
Fri
Community lunch (Preston) @ Bridge Darebin
Jun 23 @ 12:00 – 13:30

Go for a lunch and stay for the conversation and activities.

Jun
24
Sat
Grow your own seedlings @ Oakhill Food Justice Farm
Jun 24 @ 09:00 – 11:00

Create a seed-raising mix and grow some seedlings. In this workshop, Jemma will discuss where to source inputs and seeds to have the best possible chance of growing healthy starts for your backyard garden.

Preston/Thornbury Food Swap
Jun 24 @ 11:00 – 12:00

 

Jun
25
Sun
Alphington Farmers’ Market @ Melbourne Innovation Centre
Jun 25 @ 09:00 – 13:00
Community lunch (Thornbury) @ Thornbury Church of Christ
Jun 25 @ 12:00 – 13:00

A choice between roast meat or vegetarian. They like people to pre-order as it helps with numbers.

Regent Community Garden (Reservoir) @ The Regent Centre
Jun 25 @ 13:00 – 16:00

Click here to read about the garden.

Japanese cooking class – vegetarian/vegan @ Regent Community Garden
Jun 25 @ 14:00 – 16:00

Learn how to make some simple vegetarian and vegan Japanese food.

Click here to read about the garden.

Jun
28
Wed
Newton Street Community Garden @ Newton Street Community Garden
Jun 28 @ 09:30 – 12:00

A drop-in gardening session, facilitated by the DIVRS Urban Food Program, which everyone is welcome to attend. There is always plenty of weeding, watering, planting and harvesting to do!

Click here to read about the garden.

Span Community House Community Garden group (Thornbury) @ Span Community House
Jun 28 @ 10:00 – 12:00

No garden of your own? Would you like be able to share some fresh produce? Go along and join Span’s gardening team. Wheelchair accessible, fun and supportive. You just need your skills, or want to develop skills.

Click here to read about the garden.

Sylvester Hive Community Garden (Preston) @ Pavilion School grounds
Jun 28 @ 18:00 – 20:00

During the year, the start time varies from 6pm to 7pm. Before going, therefore, check with them by email.

Take something to share at their communal meal.

Click here to read about the garden.

Preston Garden Club @ Preston Shire Hall
Jun 28 @ 20:00 – 22:00

Fourth Wednesday of every month except for December.

2023 speakers and topics
25 Jan: DVD garden.
22 Feb: Karen Sutherland on tomatoes.
22 Mar: John Fry on Ziebells Farmhouse.
26 Apr: Chris Clarke on Wilsons Promontory.
24 May: DIVRS (Darebin Information, Volunteer & Resource Service).
28 Jun: TBA.
26 Jul: AGM.
23 Aug: Kat Lavers on permaculture.
27 Sep: TBA.
25 Oct: TBA.
22 Nov: Presentation of monthly awards.

2022 speakers and topics
26 Jan: No Meeting.
23 Feb: Chris Clarke on Victorian alpine flora.
23 Mar: Andrew from Warringal Orchid Club.
27 Apr: Weng Lim on Asian vegetables.
25 May: Kathleen Tant on propagation.
22 Jun: Val from the Northern Suburbs Bonsai Club.
27 Jul: AGM.
24 Aug: TBA.
21 Sep: Maria on flower arranging.
26 Oct: Kathleen Tants on crop rotation and companion planting.
23 Nov: Christmas breakup.

2021 speakers and topics
27 Jan: No Meeting.
24 Feb: Kathleen Tants on weeds and pests.
24 Mar: John Pinniger – Heritage Fruit Society.
28 Apr: Pollinator Alliance on attracting pollinators to your garden.
26 May: Maria Mitchell on flower arranging.
23 Jun: Kathleen Tants on soil preparation.
28 Jul: AGM.
25 Aug: Chris Clarke on Victorian alpine flora.
22 Sep: Geoff Crowhurst on autumn bulbs and gardens in Greece.
27 Oct: To be confirmed.
24 Nov: Christmas breakup.

2019 speakers and topics
23 Jan: Plant/flower ID quiz.
27 Feb: Maria from Ivanhoe Garden Club on flower arranging.
27 Mar: Janine Kay on geraniums and pelargoniums.
24 Apr: Ian Banks-Smith on roses.
22 May: Rebecca from Holman Industries Irrigation Systems.
26 Jun: Vince from Bunnings.
24 Jul: AGM.
28 Aug: Andrew from Richgro Garden Products.
25 Sep: Kirsten Macleod from Compost Depot on compost.
23 Oct: Angelo from BAAG on permaculture.
27 Nov: Christmas breakup.

Jun
30
Fri
Community lunch (Preston) @ Bridge Darebin
Jun 30 @ 12:00 – 13:30

Go for a lunch and stay for the conversation and activities.

Jul
2
Sun
Alphington Farmers’ Market @ Melbourne Innovation Centre
Jul 2 @ 09:00 – 13:00

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