Community garden grows connections

Narrabri and District Community Aid Service (NDCAS) hosted a Community Garden Morning Tea last week.

Rylan Wyborn.

The service invited people to enjoy a relaxing morning in Narrabri’s community garden, on the corner of Doyle and Balonne Street.

Katie Seymour, Gavin Smith, Sophie Duncombe, Bev Newman, Zachary Hanes and Kayla Nehrkorn.

Kayla Nehrkorn, community engagement and communications coordinator for NDCAS, said one highlight was seeing people of different generations working and connecting.

Jacqui Jones, Zachary Hanes, Bev Newman, Savannah Tobler, Gavin Smith and Sophie Duncombe.

“It’s been a lovely morning of social connection,” she said.

“We’re thinking about making it a more regular thing.

Garden Club members Jenni Hayne, Sue Waugh and Noeline Kiss.

“All community garden bed holders were invited, local groups, the community, to come and give the garden a refresh.

“Anyone can come along at any time – pick some herbs for your dinner.

Rotarian Di Ainsworth and Jenny Falkiner.

“Thanks to everyone for coming and helping.”

Kate Rice, local connector for Narrabri Shire with Regional Development Australia Northern Inland.

Attendees got stuck in, getting their hands dirty digging, planting and watering while catching up with old and new friends.

There were also craft activities and a delicious morning tea.