Locals get their hands dirty

Some 20 Docklanders have joined the Docklands Community Garden committee following a community planting day last month.

Committee member Greg Wise said the day was a great success with plenty of locals coming along and helping out with the planting.

According to Mr Wise, getting involved with the community garden is a great way to meet other people in the community.

“I’m sure there will be plenty of new friendships formed out of the planting day,” Mr Wise said.

With construction of the garden pavilion expected to finish by mid-October, the garden’s role as a community hub is expected to increase, with the committee planning for music performances, art installations and regular barbecues.

The garden committee also intends to introduce some new plants to the garden, with a grape vine and passionfruit vine at the top of the list.

“The future is looking really bright,” Mr Wise said.