GCA Educational Idea
to Share with your Members

As you know, Australia is very rich with its flora, counting around 24000 species of native plants.

It also ranked third in the world in having the most endemic species of flora. Each Australian state has its own official flower and has a history behind it. Follow this link to bring the history and meaning of each flower to light to make people familiar with their floral emblem.

https://blog.flowersacrossmelbourne.com.au/australian-state-flowers-their-history-and-what-they-mean/

This makes a great presentation and discussion for your Club Members.

Townsville Convention 2022

Guest Speaker Presentations

Sustainability in Action

Buzzing about Native Bees

The New Organic Gardener

Gardening After A Flood

Free ebook

Kate Wall has recently released her third book, Gardening After A Flood. This book has been released as an ebook only to allow it to be freely available to anyone who needs this information.

The Hidden Dangers of Glyphosate: A Call to Action for Gardeners

Glyphosate, the primary ingredient in Roundup, is among the most widely used herbicides by commercial gardeners globally.

However, its extensive use comes with significant risks. Glyphosate is highly toxic and can lead to numerous short-term and long-term health issues. Additionally, it poses a threat to vital pollinators, including honeybees.
To help educate gardeners about the dangers of this chemical, we have attached two comprehensive guides. The first guide covers its uses, symptoms, and side effects. The second provides an in-depth discussion of glyphosate. Please review the following resources:

• Roundup: Uses, Symptoms, and Side Effects
• In-Depth Guide on Glyphosate

We believe these guides will be valuable resources for your community!