March 2025 Edition
Dear Garden Enthusiasts,
Autumn is here, and so much is happening in our beautiful garden! From exciting new structures to upcoming grants and events, read on to see how you can get involved.
🌱 Garden Updates
🌿 New Garden Arches!
We’ve purchased two stunning garden arches for the entrance ($350 each). They’re still in the box and need painting and installation—volunteers welcome!
🌱 New Garden Beds Completed
A big thank you to Jon, Stuart, and the “Under the Trees” group for helping fill our new garden beds.
🍂 Mulch for the Food Forest
Fresh mulch has arrived! We’ll be spreading it across the food forest area soon—stay tuned for a working bee.
💦 Bore Water System Installed
Thanks to a generous donation from Terry Landsberg, we now have a fully operational bore water system!
🎨 Mural Project
We’re considering inviting a local school art department or a spray-paint artist to create a mural for the garden shed. Have ideas? Let us know!
🌻 Grants & Funding
- We are finalists for the Aura Stocklands grant ($18,500)! Winners will be announced next Friday—fingers crossed!
- We are also applying for the Sunshine Coast Council grant to fund new garden beds and park benches.
- The Gambling Community Benefit Fund ($24,000) application is pending.
💰 Current Funds: $6,624.22
🙌 New Sponsors
Thank you to Joey Mogg (Mogg Property) and Mary-Ann McLoughlin (Next Property) for their generous donations towards our garden beds.
🌼 Community & Membership
👨🌾 Thyme Out – Every Thursday Morning!
A relaxed time for members and new visitors to chat, share knowledge, and enjoy the garden.
🌿 Leased vs. Community Beds
The committee has decided on a 60/40 split for community and leased garden beds. Two more beds are now available for lease!
👥 Membership Update
- 51 paid members (+2 new this month)
- 593 Facebook members (+47 this month!)
📆 Upcoming Events
🔥 Composting Workshop – We need at least 15 attendees to proceed! Let us know if you’re interested.
🔨 Garden Working Bee – Help install the new arches, fix the shed, and lay shade house flooring. Date TBA.
🥕 Food Swap Stand – We’re setting up a place to share, swap, and donate produce. If you know of a suitable stand, let us know!
🎉 Annual General Meeting (AGM) – July 15th at Bells on Main Cinema Complex. Nominate for an executive or committee role! Forms available in June.
💡 How You Can Help
✅ Help paint and install the entrance arches
✅ Join the mowing team (Keith mows every Thursday)
✅ Donate or help find a food swap stand
✅ Spread the word about membership and sponsorship opportunities
💬 Stay Connected!
📧 Email: goldenbeachcommunitygarden@gmail.com
🌍 Website Updates: A new voting area, FAQ page, and sponsor list have been added!
Let’s keep growing together!
Golden Beach Community Garden Committee