Share your beautiful and creative garden for your chance to win a $100 Bunnings Voucher. Your garden entry could be a favourite flower, a vegetable garden, a potted plant or a creative patio area. A certificate of recognition will be sent to you and all entries will go into the judging to win a Bunnings Voucher. We would love to visit you and take a photo of your garden to share in our resident newsletter. Entries close on 17 th November 2025 . To register or nominate someone please text Bree on 0436 408 572 or email communitydevelopmenttas@hcau.org.au Spring Gardening Competition is back! Join us at a Christmas Lunch near you! With Christmas coming up we will soon be announcing the details of our Housing Choices Christmas Lunches! Residents will receive a text message with information about the lunch happening in your area. This year we are holding lunches in Wynyard, East Devonport, Hobart, Ulverstone and Latrobe. If you are interested in attending a Christmas Lunch in one of these areas – please text Bree on 0436 408 572 or email communitydevelopmenttas@hcau.org.au.
Quick guide to get your garden ready As winter fades and spring begins, it’s time to get your garden ready for a new season. Follow these steps for a thriving, vibrant garden: 1. Clean up debris – Remove dead leaves, branches, and old plant material. Rake the soil to aerate it and reduce pests. 2. Prepare the soil – Test soil PH and nutrients and add compost or organic matter as needed. Loosen compacted soil for better drainage and root growth. 3. Prune and trim – Cut back dead or damaged branches from trees, shrubs, and perennials to encourage healthy new growth. 4. Check your tools – Clean, sharpen, and oil your garden tools. Well-maintained tools make tasks easier and more efficient. 5. Plan and plant – Start seeds indoors or sow directly in the garden. See suggested plantings at the bottom of the article. 6. Mulch and fertilise – Apply organic mulch to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and enrich soil. Use a slow-release fertiliser to feed your plants. 7. Water wisely – Monitor rainfall and water deeply but less frequently to encourage strong roots. 8. Watch for pests and diseases – Insects and fungal growth thrive in spring. Keep an eye out for any pests and address any issues with natural or chemical treatments as needed. 9. Attract pollinators – Plant nectar-rich flowers, including natives, to welcome bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. 10. Enjoy the process – Take time to relax, breathe fresh air, and enjoy watching your garden flourish!
Spring planting ideas: Artichoke, Potato, Tomato, Pumpkin, Silver Beet, Cucumber, Celery, Spinach, Eggplant, Chilli, Capsicum, Lettuce, Sweetcorn, Parsnip, Peas, Beans, Carrots, Radish.
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