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‘We just wanted to make a difference’
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‘We just wanted to make a difference’

Long-time Redcliffe Garden Centre customers have overwhelmed owners Ross and Gena Campbell with messages of support since they announced the business will close in the coming months, after 20 years

Free plants for Moreton Bay residents
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Free plants for Moreton Bay residents

Did you know Moreton Bay City Council offers free native plants to owners of residential properties in the region? Here’s the details

Sunshine Mitre 10 part of community
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Sunshine Mitre 10 part of community

The community, including tradies and home DIY customers have embraced the Sunshine Mitre 10 superstore since it opened about eight months ago at North Lakes. Those who have not yet checked it out are encouraged to take a look. Here’s what is on offer

Fire ants warning after local nests found
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Fire ants warning after local nests found

The recent discovery of fire ant nests in Burpengary East is proof the dangerous pests are still a real threat and vigilance is key to eradicating them. Here’s the details and what to look for

Teaming up to close the food loop
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Teaming up to close the food loop

A partnership between Sesame Lane Care and Kindergarten and a Beachmere-based business is turning food waste from all its centres into compost, soil and worm castings. Here’s what’s happening

Top five tips for spring gardening
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Top five tips for spring gardening

The Bureau of Meteorology may be forecasting a wetter than average spring and summer, but Redcliffe Garden Centre’s Sondra Grainger says if you prepare your garden for the ‘wet season’ as you would every year, there’s no reason why it can’t thrive. Here’s her tips for success

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‘We just wanted to make a difference’
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‘We just wanted to make a difference’

Long-time Redcliffe Garden Centre customers have overwhelmed owners Ross and Gena Campbell with messages of support since they announced the business will close in the coming months, after 20 years

How to garden on a budget

How to garden on a budget

Our expert shares tips for gardening on a budget. Try them for yourself.

Gardening tips: Creating a coastal garden
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Gardening tips: Creating a coastal garden

The salty scent of the ocean, refreshing sea breezes, sand between the toes… these are the essence of coastal living, but they can be a real headache for those who love to garden. Creating a landscape tolerant of these conditions all comes down to soil improvement and plant choice. Here's some expert tips

Pine Rivers Garden and Plant Fair returns

Pine Rivers Garden and Plant Fair returns

The Pine Rivers Garden and Plant Fair returns to the Pine Rivers Showgrounds for a spectacular two-day event. Here's the details

How to grow vegetables and herbs

How to grow vegetables and herbs

Check out gardening expert Sondra Grainger's simple guide to plan, prepare and grow your own autumn and winter harvest. ***FREE TO READ***

Gardening tips: Attracting wildlife to the garden
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Gardening tips: Attracting wildlife to the garden

The chatter of small birds, busy scurrying of lizards or the gentle flight of a butterfly are all positive sights and sounds in our urban backyards. And the good news is, you don’t need a huge garden to create a sanctuary for local wildlife. Here's some tips from our expert

Gifted gardeners to open their gates

Gardening enthusiasts Rob and Pauline Reed will open their gates and welcome hundreds of visitors to their property when they take part in the Samford Edible Garden Trail in May. Take a sneak peek at their garden here *FREE TO READ**

Gardening: Solutions for narrow side yard
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Gardening: Solutions for narrow side yard

The narrow side yard can be an access area, wheelie bin residence, dog run, dump zone or quite often, a laundry laneway and a headache for many homeowners. Here are some simple ideas to add green life to these often-neglected spaces and turn the useless into useful!

Big plans for huge vacant block
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Big plans for huge vacant block

Plans have been lodged for a major new homemaker centre on a high-profile 3.7-hectare site in Rothwell. ** FREE TO READ **

Local author shares passions in new book
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Local author shares passions in new book

New Redcliffe author Samantha Homer will share her love of cooking, craft and sustainability in her first book titled Single, Savvy & Sustainable. Here's the details