If you would like to offset some of the impact of the dramatic increases in food prices, particularly fresh fruit and vegetables and whether you have a large garden or more limited space, it’s definitely worthwhile considering growing your own. This workshop, presented by our in-house expert David Bayly will give you all the basics of the “what, when and Continue Reading
Always drive past Helensville Fire Station and wonder what’s inside! Always wondered when that siren goes off, what some of our dedicated local volunteers do OR Even just wanted to look inside a fire truck and have never had the opportunity! Well now’s your chance. On Saturday 5 October 2024 we’re opening our doors to you. You can come in Continue Reading
9.30am - 11.00am - Large animal competition on top field 11.45am - 12.45 - Horse and pone riding on bottom field 1.30pm - 3.00pm - Young Farmer competition both competitive and give it a go categories on Top field 3.00pm - 5.00pm - Classrooms open for Science and Inquiry exhibitions - Hall open to view crafts - Cake stall and Continue Reading
Everyone loves to see native birds and bees foraging in their garden, but did you know that many popular garden plants offer little or no nutrition to attract them. Over the years David Bayly has created a bird and bee friendly environment withing the Sculpture Gardens which has resulted in huge increases of the presence of native birds as well Continue Reading