Rocks Community Garden is a community of people interested in:-
growing healthy organic food
learning together
sharing ideas
Rocks Community Garden is a voluntary group that is focused on the production and harvesting of crops using sustainable principles and organic techniques, and fostering community in the process.
At Rocks Community Garden, we cultivate a vibrant space where community members can come together to grow organic food, build lasting friendships, and work collaboratively. We are dedicated to fostering an environment of sustainability, mutual support, and communal growth, nurturing both the land and the relationships that flourish within it. Through shared efforts and a commitment to organic practices, we strive to create a healthier, more connected community for all.
Where:-
We are located within the Rocks Riverside Park in the suburbs of Brisbane. Visitors are always welcome. A group of members regularly meet at the garden Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning around 8 to 11 am if you would like to visit us and have a look around. Click - How to Find Us
Our Core Values:-
At our community garden, we are dedicated to cultivating more than just plants. Our core values are deeply rooted in our commitment to growing food, fostering community, and nurturing friendship.
1. Sustainability We practice environmentally friendly organic gardening techniques to ensure a healthy, thriving ecosystem for future generations.
2. Collaboration We believe in the power of working together, sharing knowledge, and supporting one another to create a vibrant and productive garden space.
3. Inclusivity Our garden is a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds and abilities. We celebrate diversity and ensure that everyone has an opportunity to contribute and benefit.
4. Education We are dedicated to learning and teaching sustainable gardening practices, promoting awareness about the benefits of fresh, local produce, and inspiring a love for nature.
5. Health and Well-being We promote physical and mental health through active participation in gardening and the enjoyment of fresh, nutritious food.
6. Friendship and Support Our garden is a place where lasting friendships are formed. We support each other through respect, shared experiences and foster a sense of belonging and community spirit.
7. Creativity : We foster creativity through collaboration, encouraging each member to bring their unique ideas and skills to the garden, thereby enriching our community and strengthening our bonds of friendship.
By adhering to these values, we strive to create a garden that not only produces food but also enriches lives and builds strong, supportive community bonds.
Our Calendar
Take a sneek peek around the garden!
A Virtual Tour
Today's Blackboard
This week in the garden
Building
Playing
Painting
Morning tea
What to plant in winter in Brisbane?
This illustration by Lis Gillet, a local artist, provides some great suggestions of vegetables that are suitable for growing at this time of the year.
Our July Group Meeting : Soil Care
The Children's Garden
The children's garden is up and running. Feel free to bring your kids in for a play. They can dig, plant seeds, plant seedlings, weed, water.... Beware they may get dirty!
Look at the amazing growth over the last few weeks.
Rocks Community Garden is on Mudlo Bundambah where the Yuggera people have altered and farmed the landscape to feed themselves sustainably for countless generations