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A group from Zion Gympie Retirement Living & Hom A group  from  Zion Gympie Retirement Living & Home Care ,  visited  the  gardens  today .
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Friends celebrated Melbourne Cup at Crackerjacks C Friends celebrated Melbourne Cup at Crackerjacks Cooroy.
MC Peter Bell congratulated Janine for winning Fashion in the Field with a sumptuous hamper donated by Cooroy Market Garden.
Thank you Crackerjacks for your hospitality and lucky door prizes.
Begonia Workshop Begonias can add a wonderful spl Begonia Workshop 
Begonias can add a wonderful splash of colour and texture to any garden. They are not only a spectacular plant but one of the most diverse genus in the plant family with over 2000 species. In this workshop, Lee Thorneycroft from the Qld Begonia Society, will be sharing her passion for the beautiful begonia. The workshop will give an insight into the diverse range of begonias and Lee will show us how to care for your begonia and successfully propagate them.
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Workshop places are limited so don't miss out.
Date
Saturday 8 November 2025 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM (UTC+10)
Location
Noosa Botanic Gardens
Lake Macdonald Drive, Lake Macdonald Qld 4563
Those attending the Rainforest Ramble on Sunday, m Those attending the Rainforest Ramble on Sunday, mind you ramble around the Noosa Cooroy road which will be closed  for the Triathlon that morning
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A picnic or a walk through Noosa Botanic Gard A picnic or  a  walk  through  Noosa Botanic  Gardens  is  a  good  way  to end the  school  holidays
There is always plenty of colour to attract There  is  always  plenty  of  colour  to  attract  attention  while  having  a 
leisurely  walk  through  Noosa Botanic  Gardens
Lisa shared so much knowledge on the walk.. you ca Lisa shared so much knowledge on the walk.. you can see with the young people taking notes
Kabi Kabi woman, Lisa Powell ,shared her wealth of Kabi Kabi woman, Lisa Powell ,shared her wealth of  knowledge  of  Bush  Tucker  on  the  guided  walk  at  the  Noosa Botanical  Gardens  today
3 weddings and a troupe of garden lovers preparing 3 weddings and a troupe of garden lovers preparing for “I Do” in the Gardens this weekend.  Noosa Council  #volunteeringmakesadifference #weddings
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Amongst the many interesting plants in the Bush Tu Amongst the many interesting plants in the Bush Tucker garden is the Citrus australis or Australian Lime. As one of the preferred host plants for the Orchard Swallowtail, it wasn't a surprise to find one resting there last week. Check out this & the other native citrus on the guided walk, Sunday Sept 14th at 9 am. 
Bookings required: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1449514
The plant sale today was very popular ,many The  plant  sale  today  was very  popular ,many  keen  gardeners  came  looking  for  unusual plants  and  bargains ,
On Wednesday morning the Bunnings Gympie Garden Gr On Wednesday morning the Bunnings Gympie Garden Group arrived for a booked tour. The weather was perfect & our knowledgeable guide showcased the many interesting trees that make Spring a great time to visit.  Morning tea completed a successful visit & we look forward to welcoming them again next year.
The Acrocarpus fraxinifolius , Pink Cedar trees , The  Acrocarpus fraxinifolius , Pink Cedar trees ,  are flowering this month & they are easy to find in the Gardens - just follow the sound from the flock of Rainbow Lorikeets feasting on the nectar-filled orange flowers.
Discover the Gardens bushtucker on a walk with Kab Discover the Gardens bushtucker on a walk with Kabi Kabi woman, Lisa Powell on September 14.
Bookings required: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1449514
Fancy some gothic garden influence? Black Bat pla Fancy some  gothic garden influence?
Black Bat plants have a creepy Vincent Price charisma. 
Come into our plant parlour and take one home…….My dear
Heard Kakadu plum, lemon myrtle and quandong being Heard Kakadu plum, lemon myrtle and quandong being thrown around on restaurant menus? Indigenous ingredients are definitely having a moment. 
Come along and find out about local bush tucker in the gardens on September 14
Bookings : https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1449514
Discover the Gardens bushtucker on a walk with Kab Discover the Gardens bushtucker on a walk with Kabi Kabi woman, Lisa Powell on September 14. 
Bookings required: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1449514
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