What's on: Maroochy Bushland Botanic Garden 2026/27
Year round you'll find a range of events in the gardens. For nature lovers to music lovers and everything in between, check out what's on.
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Welcome to the Living Smart Program
Autumn brings with it crisp mornings, sunny days without the humidity, making this the perfect time to get out in the garden. This season we'll be sharing gardening tips and hacks, how to get on top of your invasive weeds, fermented foods and beginner friendly repair hacks plus all the latest sustainability news, events and resources.
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The City Nature Challenge results are in
Sunshine Coast locals recorded over 1,500 observations and 829 species during the challenge, showcasing rich biodiversity and community passion despite wet weather.
The cheapest, easiest tea bread you'll ever make
Four ingredients, less than $2 to make, dairy free and no mixer required. This earl-grey tea bread is an everyday winner.
Build your own DIY worm farm
Nothing grows well in depleted soil. Find out how to turn every banana peel, carrot top and tea bag into a nutrient-rich fertiliser for your garden, then stand back and watch the results.
Five things you can repair at home
Check out these five beginner-friendly repairs that can give everyday items a second life.
May gardening guide for the Sunshine Coast
Simple, practical tips for a productive autumn garden
Recycling your food scraps is still the best
A new Sunshine Coast facility is turning landfill gas into clean energy. Find out why it's still important to keep organic waste out of landfill and how to turn it into a free resource.
