Community gardens are natural living, sensory environments. They encourage people to be physically active and they offer a place for people to put down roots. Not only do they connect people with plants, food and culture, most importantly they connect people with other people.

Thinking of starting a community garden?

We adopt a community development approach to community gardens, enabling gardening groups to manage gardens themselves with support and guidance from our team.

Creating a community garden can be a long process and requires a group of committed, motivated and organised people.

View our community gardens assessment guidelines

Objectives of these guidelines.

• Provide a clear process for residents who want to establish a community garden on City of Greater Geelong owned and/or managed land.
• Provide appropriate opportunities for community gardens, in response to community need and the availability of suitable land, where possible.
• Clarify the rights and responsibilities of all stakeholders involved in community gardens.
• Promote knowledge and access to fresh, organic and locally produced fruit and vegetables.

Visit the Australian City Farms and Community Gardens Network to find out more about setting up a community garden.

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