Dr Anne Vale – Speaker 

Beautifully illustrated talks

NEW TALKS for 2017

Talks based on Influential Australian Garden People:their stories

The current generation

Australia’s Influential Garden People

Discover what has influenced Australia’s ‘Mind Shapers and Garden Creators’ (from Edna Walling to Luis Barragan) and hear how they are influencing contemporary garden making. Jim Fogarty, Andrew Laidlaw and Tim Entwisle et al have their own interpretation of what a garden is. They may have shared many similar childhood experiences, such as the scent of rosemary around the sandpit, planting carrots as a five year old, or running free in the Australian bush, but their journeys are diverse and collectively they offer us a wealth of ideas for garden making in the 21st Century.

Australian Garden Designers in the 21st Century

Science, architecture or the arts are just some of the paths taken by these influential Australian Garden designers. Collectively they have a wealth of expertise, passion and individual vision for garden making in Australia. Includes; Arno King, Fiona Brockhoff, Grady Brand, Paul Bangay, Myles     Baldwin, Janine Mendel, Andrew Laidlaw, Phillip Johnson, Kate Cullity, Jim Fogarty and Michael Bligh.

Collectively they have a wealth of expertise, passion and individual vision for garden making in Australia. Journey with them as they relate what influenced their design ideas and how they have expressed their own philosophies.

The  Publishing Journey. An interactive discussion for anyone aspiring to publish a book.

Anne shares her own story and provides valuable information about:

• Publishers
• contract/custom publishers
• self publishing
• marketing
• distribution
• social media
• getting your book into bookshops and libraries

This is a two and a half hour workshop which works well for a Library or similar organization to have as an event for their members. Maximum 15 participants. Fee negotiable according to location.

Dr Anne Vale

Click on the link to hear Anne discussing Influential Australian Garden People with Michael Williams on ‘Blueprint for Living, Radio National October 13th 2016

ABC RN: The shaping of contemporary Australian gardens

Who are the leaders in Australian garden design and contemporary thinking?

http://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/blueprintforliving/the-shaping-of-contemporary-australian-gardens/7924724 

Heriscapes Calender of Events 2017

February

• 10th & 12th: Publishing workshop, Beechworth Writers weekend ‘The Publishing Journey’. http://beechworthartscouncil.org.au/events/writers-readers-and-poets-weekend/wrap-2017/ An interactive discussion for anyone aspiring to publish a book.
• 22nd: Talk, Australia’s Influential Garden People, Stonnington History Centre.
• http://www.stonnington.vic.gov.au/Discover/History/Stonnington-History-Centre
• 28th: Talk, Australia’s Influential Garden People, Camberwell Historical Society http://www.chs.org.au/616-2/

March

• 8th: Talk, Australian Garden Designers in the 21st Century Glen Eira Library
   http://library.gleneira.vic.gov.au/
• Whats_on/Events/Garden_design_in_the_21st_Century

• 18th & 19th Book sales and signing at Stephen Ryan’s Open Garden at Tugurium 8 Centenary Avenue, Macedon,  http://www.opengardensvictoria.org.au/companies/72/62/Stephen-Ryan-s-Tugurium
• 28th: Talk, Australia’s Influential Garden People, Mooroolbark Library http://www.erl.vic.gov.au/online/webcal.php?event=view&event_id=45648&t=1490619600

April

• 8th, Book sales and signing at Jindivick Rare Plant Fare
• 9th: Book sales and signing ‘Balgowan’ historic garden, Jindivick

May

• 4th: Talk, Australian Garden Designers in the 21st Century, U3A Deepdene
• 14th: ‘Cluanie’ Open Garden for Mothers Day. Koonwarra South Gippsland
• 18th AGHS and Mediteranian Soc. South Australia. Talk Influential Australian Garden People

July

5th: Talk, Australia’s Influential Garden People, FRBG Victoria

NEXT EVENT

Thursday October 5th.
Open Garden – Lubra Bend

Learn of Rosemary’s passion for sustainable garden design and observe the way it has transformed Lubra Bend.
Guided tours by an environmental scientist 11am and 1pm.
Entry: $20, children Free

Philip Johnson, landscape designer of the water features at Lubra Bend is one of the  Influential Australian Garden People in Anne Vale’s latest book.  Anne Vale will be available on the day with signed copies for a special price of $40.00  cash & credit Card accepted.

Address

135 Simpson Lane
Yarra Glen Vic 3775
E: info@lubrabend.com.au

Tuesday  October 17th

The Gardens of Edna Walling
6pm – 7:15pm
Artspace Realm
179 Maroondah Hwy, Ringwood, VIC 3134

Dr Anne Vale will speak about Walling’s passions and her influences accompanied by beautiful images of some of her most renowned gardens and developments including Mawarra, Boortkoi, Eurambeen, Warrawee, Durrol and Bickleigh Vale.

Signed copies of Anne’s latest book Influential Australian Garden People will be available for purchase for a special price of $40.00  after the talk – cash & credit Card accepted.

To Book go to

www.trybooking.com/RSQH

$8 Adults
$5 Concession

Thursday October 19th.
National Gallery Woman’s Committee

Open Garden Day

landscape designer Fiona Brockhoff is featured in Influential Australian Garden People.  Fiona’s city garden will be open on this special day and Author Anne Vale will be available on the day with signed copies for a special price.  Cash & Credit Card accepted.

Tickets – $40 (no GST)
Early bird tickets available until 8th October $35 (no GST)
Online – ngv.melbourne/ngvwagardenday2017
Enquiries – 03 86202222, 9:00am – 5:00pm daily

Wednesday November 15th:

Author Talk – Dr Anne Vale: Australian Garden Designers in the 21st century

To link to event click here

A beautifully illustrated talk about 12 influential Australian Garden Designers including Jim Fogarty, Andrew Laidlaw and Paul Bangay. Collectively they have a wealth of expertise, passion and individual vision for garden making in Australia. Journey with them as they relate what influenced their design ideas and how their own design philosophies are expressed.

Signed copies of Anne’s latest book will be available for purchase for a special price of $40.00  after the talk – cash & credit Card accepted.

Talks based on Exceptional Australian Garden Makers 1910-1980

Three Burnley Pioneers

From 1915 onwards, three Burnley graduates led the way in garden design: Edna Walling, Olive Mellor and Millie Gibson

The Last of the Romantics: Lady Garden Makers

Dame Elisabeth Murdoch, Margaret Darling, Beatrice Bligh and Lady Joan Law-Smith

A Sense of Place: Australian Garden Style in the Post War Years

Ellis Stones, Gordon Ford, Betty Maloney and Jean Walker

The Arts and Crafts Garden in Melbourne: From Architects to Edna Walling

Designing with Australian Plants

Glen Wilson, Paul Thompson and Diana Snape

Edna Walling and her Gardens

Mawarra, Boortkoi, Eurambeen, Warawee, Durrol and Bickleigh Vale

Garden Writers and Philosophers of the 1980s

Tommy Garnett, Kevin Heinze and Trevor Nottle

Exceptional Australian Garden Makers of Central Victoria

William Sangster, Tommy Garnett, and Lady Joan Law-Smith

For Bookings contact:

Anne: heriscapes@aussiebb.com.au

Mob: 0419 893 523

Click on the link to hear Anne  discussing Exceptional Australian Garden Makers with Dean Homicki

http://vimeo.com/92569060

The Victorian Branch of the Australian Garden History Society conducts regular working bees, assisting owners of historic gardens with maintenance and support. Working bees are just one way we can support custodians of these gardens and demonstrate we value their contribution and the assets they maintain. Volunteers are always welcome for our monthly working bees.

For information on the next working bee email –  franfaul@gmail.com

 Previous Events

Monday August 14th:

Talk, Influential Australian Garden People

For the Volunteer Guides at the Royal Botanic Garden Melbourne

11am

Mueller Hall

Birdswood Ave, Melbourne
Discover what has influenced Australia’s ‘Mind Shapers and Garden Creators’ (from Edna Walling to Kate Cullity) and hear how they are influencing contemporary garden making. Jim Foggarty, Andrew Laidlaw and Tim Entwisle et al have their own interpretation of what a garden is. They may have shared many similar childhood experiences, such as the scent of rosemary around the sandpit, planting carrots as a five year old, or running free in the Australian bush, but their journeys are diverse. Collectively they offer us a wealth of ideas for garden making in the 21st Century.

Monday July  31st:

Author Talk – Dr Anne Vale: Australian Garden Designers in the 21st century

Talk and morning tea at

The Moreton Club  New Farm Brisbane

(private function)

A beautifully illustrated talk about 12 influential Australian Garden Designers including Jim Fogarty, Andrew Laidlaw and Paul Bangay. Collectively they have a wealth of expertise, passion and individual vision for garden making in Australia. Journey with them as they relate what influenced their design ideas and how their own design philosophies are expressed.

Signed copies of Anne’s latest book will be available for purchase for a special price of $40.00  after the talk – cash & credit Card accepted.

Sunday July  30th:

Author Talk – Dr Anne Vale: Australian Garden Designers in the 21st century

To link to event click here

A beautifully illustrated talk about 12 influential Australian Garden Designers including Jim Fogarty, Andrew Laidlaw and Paul Bangay. Collectively they have a wealth of expertise, passion and individual vision for garden making in Australia. Journey with them as they relate what influenced their design ideas and how their own design philosophies are expressed.

Signed copies of Anne’s latest book will be available for purchase for a special price of $40.00  after the talk – cash & credit Card accepted.

Saturday July 29th:

Talk, Influential Australian Garden People

Nundah Library 

Primrose Lane

Nundah Q 4012

1.30 pm-2.30 pm

To link to event click here

Discover what has influenced Australia’s ‘Mind Shapers and Garden Creators’ (from Edna Walling to Kate Cullity) and hear how they are influencing contemporary garden making. Jim Foggarty, Andrew Laidlaw and Tim Entwisle et al have their own interpretation of what a garden is. They may have shared many similar childhood experiences, such as the scent of rosemary around the sandpit, planting carrots as a five year old, or running free in the Australian bush, but their journeys are diverse. Collectively they offer us a wealth of ideas for garden making in the 21st Century.

Saturday July  29th:

Author Talk – Dr Anne Vale: Australian Garden Designers in the 21st century

A beautifully illustrated talk about 12 influential Australian Garden Designers including Jim Fogarty, Andrew Laidlaw and Paul Bangay. Collectively they have a wealth of expertise, passion and individual vision for garden making in Australia. Journey with them as they relate what influenced their design ideas and how their own design philosophies are expressed.

Signed copies of Anne’s latest book will be available for purchase for a special price of $40.00  after the talk – cash & credit Card accepted.

Friday July  28th:

Author Talk – Dr Anne Vale: Australian Garden Designers in the 21st century

A beautifully illustrated talk about 12 influential Australian Garden Designers including Jim Fogarty, Andrew Laidlaw and Paul Bangay. Collectively they have a wealth of expertise, passion and individual vision for garden making in Australia. Journey with them as they relate what influenced their design ideas and how their own design philosophies are expressed.

Signed copies of Anne’s latest book will be available for purchase for a special price of $40.00  after the talk – cash & credit Card accepted.

Friday July 28th:

Talk, Influential Australian Garden People

Mt Coot-atha Library Brisbane

10.am-11.am

Brisbane Botanic Gardens

Mt Coot-tha Rd, Toowong Q 4066

To link to event click here

Discover what has influenced Australia’s ‘Mind Shapers and Garden Creators’ (from Edna Walling to Kate Cullity) and hear how they are influencing contemporary garden making. Jim Foggarty, Andrew Laidlaw and Tim Entwisle et al have their own interpretation of what a garden is. They may have shared many similar childhood experiences, such as the scent of rosemary around the sandpit, planting carrots as a five year old, or running free in the Australian bush, but their journeys are diverse. Collectively they offer us a wealth of ideas for garden making in the 21st Century.

July 5th:

Talk, Influential Australian Garden People

Friends of the Royal Botanic Garden Victoria

Discover what has influenced Australia’s ‘Mind Shapers and Garden Creators’ (from Edna Walling to Kate Cullity) and hear how they are influencing contemporary garden making. Jim Foggarty, Andrew Laidlaw and Tim Entwisle et al have their own interpretation of what a garden is. They may have shared many similar childhood experiences, such as the scent of rosemary around the sandpit, planting carrots as a five year old, or running free in the Australian bush, but their journeys are diverse. Collectively they offer us a wealth of ideas for garden making in the 21st Century.

When: Wednesday 5 July at 6 for 6.30 pm
Where: Mueller Hall, National Herbarium
Cost: Friends $20 Non members $25 Students $10
Bookings close 30 June
Refreshments will be served before the talk.

To Book go to

https://www.rbgfriendsmelbourne.org

May 18th:

Talk, Influential Australian Garden People

Thursday 18 May 2017

6.30 – 8.30pm, Lecture Theatre, Goodman Building, Adelaide Botanic Garden, Hackney Road, Adelaide

Discover what has influenced Australia’s ‘Mind Shapers and Garden Creators’ (from Edna Walling to Kate Cullity) and hear how they are influencing contemporary garden making. Merilyn Kuchel, Andrew Laidlaw and Tim Entwisle et al have their own interpretation of what a garden is. They may have shared many similar childhood experiences, such as the scent of rosemary around the sandpit, planting carrots as a five year old, or running free in the Australian bush, but their journeys are diverse. Collectively they offer us a wealth of ideas for garden making in the 21st Century.

Cost: $8.00

Bookings are essential. Ticket sales are LIMITED. Ticket sales open online on Saturday 1^st April.

Book at: https://www.trybooking.com/ORSA

CLUANIE OPEN GARDEN

SUNDAY MAY 14TH   2017

10.00am – 4.00pm

430 Koonwarra Inverloch  Road

A gracious 1890’s farm house overlooks this delightful country garden featuring maples for autumn colour, ginkgoes and a wide range of exotics. Visitors will discover an orchard with persimmon and pomegranate trees and a remarkable food garden with citrus and raised vegetable beds. There are quirky rustic garden curios, dry stone walls and arbours to wander through.

Entry price $10 (children U18 free).

Entry price fully deductible when purchasing Anne’s latest release Influential Australian Garden People: their stories. $39.00 (RRR $49.00)

BBQ and hot/cold drinks provided by Leongatha Lions Club (all proceeds from catering donated to the Flying Doctor Service)

CHILDRENS ACTIVITIES 11am to 2pm

Apple bobbing, games, etc

‘Cluanie Garden’ Notes

Cluanie is an historic property at Koonwarra in South Gippsland. The old homestead, sited at the top of a mound, has gradually disappearing behind a swath of greenery all planted in the last seven years. You enter the property via a winding driveway bordered by paddocks and contented cattle. Originally called Lyrebird Mound, the property was renamed Cluanie by the MacDonald family in 1904.

Anne has drawn on the lovely garden Mrs MacDonald created during the 1930s and ’40s. It is an old fashioned country garden of shrubs, trees and curved garden beds interspersed with lawns. The garden of just over half an acre is divided into various rooms which emphasise each aspect of the house.

At the western end of the homestead there are raised vegetable beds surrounded by a small grove of citrus trees. Facing north, French doors from the kitchen open to a back veranda shaded by ornamental grapes which form a wall of green to the large courtyard. Hedges of Metrosideros and Jasmine enclose a garden of Rugosa roses, Crab Apples, Flax, and Euphorbias. The southern aspect has a circular gravelled courtyard and in the shade of the house Anne has indulged in many favourite shade loving plants such as Tree Ferns, Ligularias, Fuchsias, Liriopes and Hydrangeas. The opposite side of the gravel circle gets full sun and has been mass planted with various Salvias, Lilly Pilly, Sparmarnia and Eucomis.

In 2016 the wide formal veranda on the eastern aspect had the original iron lace restored to its former glory after lying in a shed for over thirty years. The view from the veranda takes in a semicircular bed of Flax, Escallonia, Ceanothus, Crab Apple and Ginkgo. Beyond is the orchard which is already producing an abundance of fruit.

The setting in the rolling hills is lovely and thanks to abundant water and rich red soil the garden has grown at a rapid rate. The mixture of shrubberies, perennial plantings and trees is set against a wonderful backdrop of century old Oaks, Elms and Cypress.

Click on the link to hear Anne discussing the history and the development of Cluanie Garden

http://3mfm.com.au/podcast-category/garden-table/

More information on My Open Garden

http://www.myopengarden.com.au

May 4th:

Talk, Australian Garden Designers in the 21st Century

 U3A Deepdene

 10 am – 11 30 am

Alston Halls, Deepdene Uniting Church

A beautifully illustrated talk about 12 influential Australian Garden Designers including Jim Fogarty, Andrew Laidlaw and Paul Bangay. Collectively they have a wealth of expertise, passion and individual vision for garden making in Australia. Journey with them as they relate what influenced their design ideas and how their own design philosophies are expressed.

Signed copies of Anne’s latest book will be available for purchase for a special price of $40.00  after the talk – cash & Credit Card accepted.

Email: info@u3adeepdene.org.au

BALGOWAN HISTORIC GARDEN

OPEN  SAT 8TH & SUN 9TH APRIL  2017  10.00am – 4.30pm

2303 Main Neerim Road   NEERIM SOUTH   Phone 56 281 491

An historic property with a large park-like garden, old croquet lawn, mature trees dating from 1878 and newer plantings of rare and Victorian era trees

Morning and afternoon teas available also light lunches on both days

SATURDAY :   Mawarra community choir will sing from 12noon

SUNDAY:   Harp recital from 2pm

 Dr Anne Vale will be available all day Sunday to sign her latest book Influential Australian Garden People: their stories

www.facebook.com/Balgowan-Historic-Garden

APRIL 8TH

Book Signing and sales

March 28th

Talk, Australia’s Influential Garden People, Mooroolbark Library

A beautifully illustrated talk about 12 influential Australian Garden Designers including Jim Fogarty, Andrew Laidlaw and Paul Bangay. Collectively they have a wealth of expertise, passion and individual vision for garden making in Australia. Journey with them as they relate what influenced their design ideas and how their own design philosophies are expressed.

Speaker: Dr. Anne Vale.
Historian, lecturer and author Dr Anne Vale, records and assesses gardens with history through her consulting practice “Heriscapes”. She is also a photographer, speaker, horticulturist, and teacher. Her previous Award-Winning book “Exceptional Australian Garden Makers”, published in 2013, explores the lives & legacies of influential Australian garden makers of the 20th century, including Edna Walling (Bickleigh Vale, in Mooroolbark), copies of which are held by Eastern Regional Libraries.

Signed copies of Anne’s latest book will be available for purchase for $49.99 after the talk – cash & Credit Card accepted.

Light refreshments provided.
Bookings essential on 9800 6480 or online at yourlibrary.com.au

When
6:00 pm Tuesday 28/03/17

Where
Mooroolbark Library

Book now!

http://www.erl.vic.gov.au/online/webcal.php?event=view&event_id=45648&t=1490619600

March 18th & 19th

Book sales and signing at Stephen Ryan’s Open Garden at Tugurium 8 Centenary Avenue, Macedon

 http://www.opengardensvictoria.org.au/companies/72/62/Stephen-Ryan-s-Tugurium

March 8th:

Talk, Australian Garden Designers in the 21st Century Glen Eira Library
 http://library.gleneira.vic.gov.au/Whats_on

February 22nd

History Matters: Influential Australian Garden People: Their Stories by Dr Anne Vale

Stonnington History Centre, Northbrook, 1257 High Street, Malvern VIC

Book here http://www.stonnington.vic.gov.au/Discover/History/Stonnington-History-Centre

February 10th & 12th

WRAP17

At WRAP17, the ‘Beechworth Writers Weekend’ Anne will be conducting a publishing workshop  ‘The Publishing Journey’.  This will be an interactive workshop where Anne will discuss her own writing journey and share valuable insights including the pitfalls and the process involved in getting your work published. See link in calendar for full program, to book this event click below.

Participation: $50 | book it | presenter informationsee link in Calendar

Pick up your signed copy of Influential Australian Garden People at the following events:

• Garden Design Festival at the Robert Boyle designed Ivanhoe Garden on Saturday 12 th and Sunday 13 th
• Garden Design Festival, Broughton Hall, Jindivic on Saturday 19th and Sunday 20 th of November @thegardenatbroughtonhall

 @inspired gardens of gippsland, @australian garden history society, @janalli, @the garden at broughton hall, @bendigo library, @kyneton library,@garden design festival, #paul plant, #jim fogarty, #janine mendel, #tim entwisle, #andrew laidlaw, #merilyn kuchel, #annette mcfarlane, #myles baldwin, #josh byrne, #grady brand, #jane ednmanson, #michael bligh, #stephen ryan, #arno king, #john rayner, #phillip johnson, #fiona brockhoff, #kate cullity

OPEN GARDEN

SATURDAY 19th and SUNDAY 20th of November

Eurambeen Historic Homestead and Gardens

The Gardens at Eurambeen Historic Homestead and Gardens are open to groups by appointment and will be open to the public on the 19th and 20th of November 2016. See the News page for details.

The gardens date back to the 1850 when the original Homestead was built. The original 1850s gardens were productive fruit and vegetable gardens.  There is a large remnant Feijoa which dates back to that time which continues to thrive in the gardens.

The most significant part of the garden is the three acre garden designed by Edna Walling. The Walling garden was commissioned by the Beggs family when the home was extended in 1927. Recently the Australian Historic Garden Society has provided a grant to restore the Walling Gardens with that work commencing in 2013.

There is more information on the grant and the Australian Historic Garden Society on our news page. To find out more about the Australian Historic Garden Society visit: Australian Garden History Society

@australiangardenhistorysociety, @eurambeen, #open gardens, #historic gardens tovisit, @our australian gardens

Thursday 10th November

Book Launch

Influential Australian Garden People: their stories

5.30pm – 6.30pm

Hill of Content Bookshop

#Jane Edmanson #Phillip Johnson #Hill of Content #Book launch

Friday 4 November 2016 1.30- 2.30pm

New release – Book Signing

Aesop’s Attic

170 High Street  KYNETON

Award winning author Dr Anne Vale will chat about garden people and sign copies of her latest book Influential Australian Garden People: Their Stories ($49.99).

A sequel to the popular Exceptional Australian Garden Makers (2013). This beautifully illustrated book follows the influences of our current generation of garden writers, media personalities and garden designers.

You can follow the lives and influences of Australia’s Influential Garden Shapers and Garden Creators. Paul Bangay, Myles Baldwin, Jim Fogarty, Andrew Laidlaw and Arno King may all create totally different style gardens but they share many similar experiences. Anne’s stories have been gleaned and gathered by listening to some of Australia’s most influential garden people.

Thursday 3 November

Dr Anne Vale Illustrated talk

BENDIGO LIBRARY

Influential Australian Garden People: Their Stories

This beautifully illustrated talk follows the influences of our current generation of garden writers, media personalities and garden designers. You will be taken on a journey into the lives and influences of Australia’s Influential Garden Shapers and Garden Creators. Paul Bangay, Myles Baldwin, Jim Fogarty, Andrew Laidlaw and Arno King may all create totally different style gardens but they share many similar experiences. Anne’s stories have been gleaned and gathered by listening to some of Australia’s most influential garden people.

Venue: Bendigo Library

Date: Thursday 3 November 2016

Time: 5:30pm to 6:30pm

Signed books ($49.99) available following the talk.

Bookings required – book your spot.

Friday 4 November 2016

Dr Anne Vale Illustrated talk

KYNETON LIBRARY

Influential Australian Garden People: Their Stories

This beautifully illustrated talk follows the influences of our current generation of garden writers, media personalities and garden designers. You will be taken on a journey into the lives and influences of Australia’s Influential Garden Shapers and Garden Creators. Paul Bangay, Myles Baldwin, Jim Fogarty, Andrew Laidlaw and Arno King may all create totally different style gardens but they share many similar experiences. Anne’s stories have been gleaned and gathered by listening to some of Australia’s most influential garden people.

Venue: KYNETON LIBRARY

Date: Friday 4 November 2016

Time: 11:00am to 12:00pm

Signed books ($49.99) available following the talk.

Bookings required – book your spot.

Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th of October

Inspired Gardens of Gippsland

Pick up a copy of

Influential Australian Garden People: their stories

at  Janalli on  Saturday or Picardy on Sunday

#inspired gardens of Gippsland #Janalli Garden # Picardy Garden

Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 October

Thursday  20 OCT, 10am

TOORAK

A rare opportunity to visit a collection of the finest and largest private gardens in Toorak, opening exclusively for this event. The renowned NGVWA produce stall will once again offer a fabulous selection of goods including: home made preserves and cakes, seasonal flowers and farm-fresh produce. Coffee, drinks and snacks will be available for purchase throughout the day. All proceeds will contribute to the NGV Art Acquisition Fund. The pre-purchase of tickets is recommended for this highly anticipated event.

Sunday 9 October 11am – 3pm

Spring Into Gardening returns for it’s third year to Prahran’s Victoria Gardens on Sunday 9 October 11am – 3pm. ABC’s Gardening Australia Costa Georgiadis will host this year’s Festival, which features an exciting program of free workshops, practical demonstrations, hands-on kids activities and market stalls. The Prahran Garden Club will have ‘potting up’ for kids and Anne Vale will have signed copies of Influential Australian Garden People hot off the press!, #paulplant, #jimfogarty, #janinemendel, #timentwisle, #andrewlaidlaw, #merilynkuchel, #annettemcfarlane, #mylesbaldwin, #joshbyrne, #gradybrand, #janeednmanson, #michaelbligh, #stephenryan, #arnoking, #johnrayne, #phillipjohnson, #fionabrockhoff, #katecullity

A big and parting thank you to all the wonderful speakers who made the WALDA conference at the weekend so very special. Everyone was blown away. An amazing two days.

Guest Speaker Dr Anne Vale is an author, historian, lecturer and garden photographer. She records and assesses gardens with history through her consulting practice Heriscapes. She has written garden guides and histories on significant Australian heritage gardens including Dalvui, Mawarra, Wombat Park and Burnley. Anne is the author of award winning Exceptional Australian Garden Makers (2014). The sequel, Influential Australian Garden People, which follows the influences of the next generation, is due to be published late 2016. Anne has contributed articles to the online directory on Australian Women Leaders, the Australian Garden History Society journal, Historic Gardens Review journal,  Remembering Melbourne (Melbourne: Royal Historical Society, 2016) and she is an author for the garden blog Garden Drum.

Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th September 2016

WALDA Landscape Design Conference 2016

Location: State Library of Western Australia

25 Francis Street, Perth

For booking information and keynote speakers www.walda.com.au/conference2016 

Topic: Generational influence and significant trends in garden design and horticulture 

U3A Deepdene

Alston Hall, Deepdene Uniting Church

Thursday July 21st

10 am

Illustrated Talk by Dr Anne Vale

Influential Australian Garden People

Listen to the stories of Australia’s influential Mind Shapers and Garden Creators many of whom  share many similar experiences. The scent of rosemary around the sandpit, planting carrots as a five year old, or running free in the Australian bush are just some of the common childhood experiences that have sparked an interest in the natural world for this generation. Some have come to garden making or writing through science, architecture or the arts. Collectively they have a wealth of expertise, what makes them unique is their passion and individual vision for garden making in Australia in the 21st century. We can journey with them as they relate their own experience within the context of increased urbanisation, shifts in lifestyle choices and concern for environmental sustainability. As Australia negotiates this transition, important questions arise about the future shape of our gardens and our connection to them. Above all else, this generation represents a fundamental shift in the values and beliefs attached by our society to nature, landscape and cultivated spaces.