The issue

Children from Tumut Community Preschool's Gindhay Room visited our local Landcare Nursery for an excursion. The trip aimed to support their project of replanting and expanding the Yiray Garden at their school by sourcing indigenous plants. The children, accompanied by five educators, enjoyed a guided tour, learned about irrigation systems and seed germination, and planted Lily Pilly seeds to take home.

The preschool educators lacked the knowledge and expertise to source and select indigenous plants, and deliver the project on budget. They required plants from our local area, that will survive with minimal care over holiday periods and that are safe for children. Their funds were provided through a small grant, and the garden is large! They needed bang for their buck! They also aim create engaging and meaningful learning experiences for children at every opportunity to support their learning goals.