Help celebrate Geelong West Community Garden’s 40th birthday with an open day where visitors will be able to share memories, stroll around the garden and chat to members.
President Matt Lane is keen to see former members, families and others from the wider community.
“We’re thrilled to have reached this milestone and we’ll definitely build on the strong foundations of those who started the garden by caring for and developing this facility and connecting people wanting to grow veggies together as it’s so good for their health and wellbeing,” he said.
Geelong West Community Garden has been an active participant in the community since 1985.
When it was established, community gardens were rare, and so Geelong West was ahead of its time. With support from the former Geelong West City Council, six keen gardeners started removing rubble and growing food together on council land in Autumn Street.
One of the original members, Mike Ostojic, remains an active member. He enjoys being with others and is always willing to share his gardening knowledge and produce.
“This is like a second home for me because I have made so many friends and grown heaps of vegetables over the years,” he said.
“I can’t believe it’s our 40th birthday,” garden member for 35 years Rosemary Nugent OAM said.
“We are grateful to our fabulous community and to council for their ongoing support and encouragement.”
The open day is at 129 Autumn Street, Geelong West on Sunday 14 December from 3pm to 4pm.
