COMMUNITY

Gather and grow

On 24 July members of the Eumundi Community Garden were thrilled to host a group of approximately 40 like-minded garden enthusiasts who were on a local tour of community gardens. The tour – organised by the Pomona Community Garden – was themed Gather and Grow: Connecting Community Through Food and Garden. Prior to visiting Eumundi, the group explored Pomona, Cooran and Cooroy Community Gardens, sharing their experiences along the way.

Participants came from various locations including Gympie, Boreen Point, Noosa, Yandina, Cooroy, Mudjimba and Pomona. They were particularly interested in learning about some lesser-known gardens at Boreen Point from a group of around 6 people that’s been successfully running its community garden on private land, thanks to the generosity of a local landowner.

During the visit to Eumundi, the guests were treated to a brief talk about the garden's history, achievements and challenges, followed by a tour of the garden. Attendees showed a keen interest in the flourishing wicking beds and their construction, as well as the bed rental prices. The exchange of stories about how different gardens operate, strategies to encourage member participation, and the best times for working sessions was both enlightening and inspiring.

The visit concluded with a catered afternoon tea, where conversations continued on all topics related to gardening. It was a wonderful opportunity to share experiences and knowledge, proving that there is always something new to learn, no matter how long one has been gardening.

Anyone interested in joining the Eumundi Community Garden is encouraged to contact the secretary Sue Godwin on 0416 215 877.

Streetscape update

Stage 2 of the Eumundi Streetscaping Project is making significant progress, with ongoing works on Lonergan Ln. In the coming weeks, construction efforts will concentrate on footpaths, kerbs and kerb extensions along Memorial Dr, between the Emporium building and Lonergan Ln. Despite the construction activities, access to businesses will remain available, sometimes via temporary ramps and footpaths. Landscaping will continue with additional planting and the installation of street furniture along Memorial Dr.

Have your say

Sunshine Coast Council (SCC) has released its proposed planning scheme and is encouraging residents to review how it impacts their property and surrounding communities. Residents are invited to share their feedback. To view the complete plan, search your address online and generate a site report.

The planning scheme outlines zones, building heights, design standards and much more. It is the council’s proposed plan for future development of the Sunshine Coast in terms of land set aside for homes, green spaces, community facilities and business.

A council planner will be available to answer questions at Eumundi Markets on 6 August from 9am-1pm, at Nambour CWA Hall on 13 August from 9am-12noon, and at the Kenilworth Library on 14 August from 9.30-11.30am.

Cr Law stated that several longer-form Speak to a Planner events were scheduled in nearby locations along with the availability of council officers at the City Hall information desk throughout the consultation period. For those unable to attend an information session in person, the Have Your Say website offers a comprehensive suite of tools and resources. Ensure you have your say as there are changes from the 2014 Plan and now is the time to check. It is our opportunity to help shape our future and the future of our town.

Visit: haveyoursay.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.