About
Nambour Community Gardens is an initiative of a committed group of people encouraging sustainable lifestyle options whist creating a sense of place and identity within the greater community. This is in the form of a community garden. We aim at creating a beautiful, productive, healthy and social community gathering space, as shared backyard that is available to all ages, backgrounds and abilities. It intends to incorporate education, cultural unity, social interaction and sharing of ideas, and improve community spirit.
Our Vision Statement
Nambour Community Garden’s vision is to connect people to place, self and others, enhancing community spirit. The garden’s aim to allow opportunities to grow food, promoting self-sufficiency, environmental stewardship and positive lifestyle changes.
Our main goals are to:
- Provide individual, family and group garden plots that provide a food source to those that would not normally have this opportunity
- Create a central visage point for community gathering and interaction
- Plant productive fruit trees and bush foods
- Educate/promote self sufficiency
- Develop environmental stewardship
- Develop a sense of community pride
- Establish strong links with local community