Community gardens

Reconciliation Park Community Garden

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A peaceful garden scene. It features a stone retaining wall in the foreground with various shrubs and plants behind it. A tree with green leaves stands to the right, partially hiding a beige brick wall, while to the left, tall grass-like plants add texture to the scene. The sunlight filtering through the foliage casts soft shadows on the ground, creating a serene atmosphere beside a building.
A serene urban garden space beside a brick building. It features raised garden beds filled with a variety of plants and shrubs. A wheelbarrow is resting against the wall, and the sunlight streaming through the leaves creates a beautiful interplay of light and shadow on the ground.
A well-maintained raised garden bed in a backyard, surrounded by lush green grass and other plants. The wooden garden bed contains what appears to be a variety of herbs or vegetables, reflecting an interest in gardening.
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A place where locals of all ages come together to grow food, compost and reduce waste.

Welcoming new members

Reconciliation Park Community Garden has been growing since 2016 with a City of Sydney grant. Members run and maintain the space. 

A committee is refreshing the garden. New members are welcome to help the garden grow on Sunday mornings. 

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A raised garden bed, brimming with a variety of plants and vegetables. The structure, crafted from wooden planks and filled with rich soil, supports the thriving greenery. In the backdrop, a brick wall is adorned with climbing plants or vines, adding to the verdant ambiance. On the right, a mural or poster depicts two cheerful individuals immersed in gardening.Community gardensReconciliation Park Community GardenRedfern