If you’ve ever dreamed of growing tomatoes on your balcony, herbs on your windowsill or having your own veggie patch, you can now access a wealth of free expert advice to help grow fresh homegrown food, thanks to a new partnership between Noosa Council and ‘Grow it Local’.
Ardent vegie gardener and Acting Mayor Cr Brian Stockwell said Council was thrilled to partner with Grow It Local – a national platform which has inspired more than 43,000 Australians to grow, share and eat locally grown food.
“This is a wonderful opportunity for everyone in the Noosa Shire to roll up their sleeves, get their hands dirty and discover the joy of growing their own food. It’s healthy, sustainable and great fun,” he said.
“Through this partnership, Noosa residents, community organisations, clubs, schools and businesses can access free Grow It Local memberships and tap into gardening tips from real expert gardeners – including Costa Georgiadis.
“This partnership also supports Noosa’s zero-waste ambitions and promotes sustainable living, which is one of the key themes of our Environment Strategy.”
Noosa Council Waste Education and Sustainability Officer Emma Menzies said starting a food garden was a gateway to wider environmental benefits.
“Research has shown that two in three people who grow their own food also begin composting food waste, which helps reduce landfill and create nutrient-rich soil,” she said.*
“By joining Grow it Local, you can register your garden patch, join local Q&A meet-ups, and connect with other growers nearby to share knowledge. There’s also live and on-demand workshops and virtual events.”
For more information or to register, visit growitlocal.com/.
*findings courtesy of australiainstitute.org.au/report/grow-your-own-2024/
