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SUMMARY:Plant Stall
DESCRIPTION:Spring is nearly here and it’s now a perfect time to come get some amazing advice and plants from our wonderful volunteers.
URL:https://www.huntergardens.org.au/event/plant-stall-4/
LOCATION:Hunter Region Botanic Gardens\, 2100 Pacific Hwy\, Heatherbrae\, NSW\, 2324\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hunter Region Botanic Gardens":MAILTO:events@huntergardens.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260911T100000
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SUMMARY:Storytime in the Rotunda
DESCRIPTION:Reading with others is wonderful. \n\n\nReading with others in nature is amazing! \n\n\nJoin us as we read some wonderful books by Australian Authors about our native animals and plants. Followed by a garden adventure. \n\n\nBring along a pillow to sit on and a snack to eat. \n\n\nUsual Garden entry fees apply. \n\n\nStories and activities are aimed at kids 6 and under.
URL:https://www.huntergardens.org.au/event/storytime-in-the-rotunda-3/
LOCATION:Hunter Region Botanic Gardens\, 2100 Pacific Hwy\, Heatherbrae\, NSW\, 2324\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260912T120000
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SUMMARY:Grafting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Helen Howard has been grafting for 30 years in Australia covering many varieties of Australian plants but saving rare species by grafting is a particular passion.\nWe have the opportunity to give workshops\, allowing Helen to share her knowledge and inspire the next generation of grafter. \nGrafting is a marvellous skill to share\, allowing others endless possibilities in saving our flora. \nGrafting is a very useful method of plant propagation .It is a quick form of propagation for plants to be saved by vegetative propagation which allows for quick turn around. Many plants like fruit trees are grafted and this has been popular for many years. Many Australian ornamentals are grafted especially so that we can have then in our gardens. One the most popular is grafting Grevilleas and we will cover that along with Brachychiton grafting . \nSome plants graft very easily like Brachychiton…especially in wintertime. Come along to learn from an expert about what to graft and when! This is designed to be a series of workshops that will progress over time\, this first round workshops cover basic skills of grafting like: Why we graft? What we graft onto\, Maintenance of rootstocks and plants\, Results of grafting and the need for constant trials and research. \nYou don’t need to know anything or bring tools with you – everything will be provided! \nOn the day\, you will get a ‘kit’ which will include: \n\n2 rootstocks\n1 scalpel holder\n1 blade\nGrafting tape\nFresh cuttings\n\nAll you need to bring is your sense of adventure and eagerness to learn! \nWhat happens when I’m done?\nYou take your brand new grafted rootstock home with you and see them flourish\, armed with your new knowledge and passion for the possibilities this skill gives you. This is an investment into a skill for life! \nTERMS & CONDITIONS\nThis is an ADULTS ONLY workshop\, suitable for +16yrs\, due to the handling of sharp items and the focus needed for the techniques being taught. Purchasing your tickets implies you have read this condition. \nSorry\, refunds are not available for this workshop.
URL:https://www.huntergardens.org.au/event/grafting-workshop-5/
LOCATION:Hunter Region Botanic Gardens\, 2100 Pacific Hwy\, Heatherbrae\, NSW\, 2324\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hunter Region Botanic Gardens":MAILTO:events@huntergardens.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260913T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260913T120000
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SUMMARY:Mandala Sunflower Pen Drawing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Julia Jay has  been passionately drawing with pens for just over 10 years now as they are such a beautiful medium to use! I love how easy it is to carry a pen & notepad along with you wherever you go!  \nIn this Workshop she will be guiding you through pen techniques\, detail & how to create a mandala sunflower! This style of drawing is very magical based so that you can go one to draw your own magical worlds…. \nThis workshop is very guided and is suitable for beginner to advanced creatives! (So even if you haven’t drawn before- you will be very supported in this workshop!) \n$55 Cost – All Materials are provided\, so you just have to bring yourself!  \n  \nHeld at The Hunter Region Botanic Gardens\, 2100 Pacific Highway\, Heatherbrae NSW (15mins out of Newcastle) \nSuitable for Ages 16+  \n(or 14+ if they are a very keen drawer) \nIf you have any questions about the workshop please email me on juliajayart@gmail.com
URL:https://www.huntergardens.org.au/event/mandala-sunflower-pen-drawing-workshop/
LOCATION:Hunter Region Botanic Gardens\, 2100 Pacific Hwy\, Heatherbrae\, NSW\, 2324\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Orchid Potting Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Stu Webb will be hosting an informative demonstration and discussion on the best way to care for your orchids. \nHe will cover what media mix to use\, pot choices\, fertilisers and demonstrate how to repot. Followed by a Q&A session and a tour of the Orchid Houses. \nThere is no additional cost to attend this demonstration. \nhttps://events.humanitix.com/orchid-potting-demonstration-with-stu-webb-mmqa4taw
URL:https://www.huntergardens.org.au/event/orchid-potting-demonstration-2/
LOCATION:Hunter Region Botanic Gardens\, 2100 Pacific Hwy\, Heatherbrae\, NSW\, 2324\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Pokemon Go Picnic
DESCRIPTION:POKEMON GO is now at Hunter Region Botanic Gardens! \nWe currently have 4 Pokemon Go Gyms\, 3 Dynamax\, 15 Pokestops and 3 established routes throughout the Gardens! \nCome along on Friday 2nd October at 10.30am for our Pokemon Go Picnic. Learn about Pokemon Go (including safety tips for parents) and then go raid some gyms and catch some Pokemon with some of our Pokemon Trainers. \nYou will need your device and walking shoes. Bring along a picnic or grab something from the Kookaburra Cafe. \nThis is a free* event\, just pay your normal entry fee. No need to book\, just turn up on the day. \nParents/carers are required to stay with their children at all times during the walk. \n*($5 per adult\, $10 per family of 2 adults and 2-3 children).
URL:https://www.huntergardens.org.au/event/pokemon-go-picnic/
LOCATION:Hunter Region Botanic Gardens\, 2100 Pacific Hwy\, Heatherbrae\, NSW\, 2324\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261003T090000
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SUMMARY:Plant Stall
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URL:https://www.huntergardens.org.au/event/plant-stall-5/
LOCATION:Hunter Region Botanic Gardens\, 2100 Pacific Hwy\, Heatherbrae\, NSW\, 2324\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Native Bee Hotel in a Can Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn about our amazing Native Bees and build your own Bee Hotel in a can for your garden in this educational and hands on workshop. \nDiane is a member of the Native Bee Association Hunter Region and will teach you about our amazing native bees\, their environment and what we can do to care for them. She will then help you build a Bee Hotel in a Can to take home and put in your garden. \nAges 8 and over \nParticipant $20 each \nAccompanying Adult $5 each
URL:https://www.huntergardens.org.au/event/native-bee-hotel-in-a-can-workshop/
LOCATION:Hunter Region Botanic Gardens\, 2100 Pacific Hwy\, Heatherbrae\, NSW\, 2324\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261107T090000
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SUMMARY:Plant Stall
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URL:https://www.huntergardens.org.au/event/plant-stall-6/
LOCATION:Hunter Region Botanic Gardens\, 2100 Pacific Hwy\, Heatherbrae\, NSW\, 2324\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Plant Stall
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URL:https://www.huntergardens.org.au/event/plant-stall-7/
LOCATION:Hunter Region Botanic Gardens\, 2100 Pacific Hwy\, Heatherbrae\, NSW\, 2324\, Australia
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