Gardening Workshops - Totally free! (Term 1 2026)

Wednesdays | 11:30am–12:30pm | Craig Family Centre, Ashburton

Join community organiser and climate advocate Sanne de Swart for a four-week introduction to gardening, soil health, permaculture, and climate resilience. With a background in community climate action, facilitation, and environmental leadership, Sanne brings experience from the Sustainable Leadership Fellowship, Al Gore’s Climate Reality Training, Darebin Council’s Community Climate Action Program, and her work with Friends of the Earth. She is also a co-founder of the Kids in Nature Network and currently studying horticulture.

This series blends hands-on learning with practical skills to help you grow food, connect with nature, and build resilience in the face of climate change.

🌱 What to Expect Each Week

Week 1 — Soils & Compost: The Black Gold

Learn the foundations of healthy soil, composting techniques, and how to create nutrient-rich earth for growing food.

Week 2 — Planting & Seed Swap

Discover what to plant in late summer (silverbeet, onion, broccoli, carrot, lettuce and more) and take part in a community seed swap.

Week 3 — Permaculture Basics

Explore key permaculture principles and how to apply them simply and sustainably in everyday life.

Week 4 — Community Climate Resilience

Discuss the role of community, shared skills, and local action in building resilience to climate change.

Details

💰 Cost: Free
📍 Craig Family Centre, 7 Samarinda Ave, Ashburton
📅 Wednesdays, 11th February – 4th March 2026
🕐 Time: 11:30am–12:30pm

Grow skills, confidence, and community—one week at a time. 🌿