We aim to increase residents’ sense of belonging and ownership of the space, increase positive neighbourhood interaction and reduce social isolation.
JaneCrombie Community Development O cer
Latrobe Close Community Garden
Applied for funding inJuneof 2016
Successful January2017
$20,000 fromCityofMelbourne
$12,000HousingChoices contribution
Funds allocation A Community Project Worker who engaged residents through a variety of participatory events, sessions and workshops. Funds were also allocated to the purchase of a garden shed, retractable hoses, communal tools, a gazebo to provide a shady space for residents to sit together and self-wicking plantation boxes. Outcomes An established garden group continues after project concluded and a sense of belonging; beautification of an otherwise unused area and life-skills development for residents.
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