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Community gardens ACTION

Think community gardens are a great idea? Start your own, join one in area or request funding. Find out how here.

Submitted 29/04/2006 By rachelhiggi Views 20705 Comments 0 Updated 1/05/2006

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*Want to join a community garden in your area?* Go to http://www.communityfoods.org.au for a complete list of community gardens in Australia. *Think community gardens are a great idea?* Write a letter to your state’s minister for housing, and ask them to support community gardening initiatives. *Want to start your own community garden?* Here are some tips: *First, start a committee. These are they people that will be most involved in the garden project. Remember, the most important part of community garden is _community_. Don’t go it alone! *With your committee, decide where your garden will be, and what it will grow. *Decide on a plot of land, but make sure to speak with the owner before you start gardening. *Make sure you know what you’re doing! Research how to plant and care for specific plants before you plant them. *Gain support from your community, including neighbours and your city council if possible. *How do I know this?* American Community Gardening Association, _Tips on starting a community garden_ http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/kindergarden/Child/com/commun.htm

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