A large group of our members spent a lovely afternoon on September 15 learning more about coastal plantings. We began by checking out the mural we had commissioned on the electricity box at the end of Toms and Tireti Roads. Some new members were not familiar with it. Then on to Marie wright's inspirational garden which shows what beauty can be created with careful planting of succulents and other hardy plants. Marie led a walk around the surf club building where she has creat

We had an excellent speaker from Palmer's Garden World, introducing us to new spring plants. There was a great opportunity to buy some as well! Our competitions had some spectacular entries, making it hard for members to decide who to vote for. As usual the supper was delicious.

What a wonderful show our 53rd one was - masses of people, record number of entries, excellent takings and lots of happy people. Just some snapshots here. Well done team! Stunning champion daffodil blooms from our 2018 Spring Flower Show. View more photos on our Facebook page.