Our Customer Service Centre is temporarily located at Speers Point Library, adjacent to Council's Administration Building.
If you are interested in starting a new community garden please see the process of application, and the Expression of Interest form, below.
Find out how much support there is for a community garden in your proposed area.
It takes an enthusiastic and committed group to establish a community garden.
Contact us to discuss the best and most suitable options for where to create your community garden.
Complete the EoI form at the bottom of this page, with the initial details of your proposed garden and group.
If your EoI application is approved, a Council staff member can assist with your official application form. The application process will require consultation with the local community, a site visit, a concept plan for the garden and a management plan for the garden group.
Once the application form has been approved, you are able to start work on your community garden. Council can assist in the promotion of your community garden group and its activities.
For further information contact our Customer Service Centre on 02 4921 0333, 8am-5pm, Monday to Friday, and ask to speak to the Sustainability Engagement team.
To start your application for a new community garden, please complete the Expression of Interest form below. Click here to view form.
If your Expression of Interest is approved, your group will then complete the Application Form, with support from Council staff.