Welcome to Green Thymes! 

Here you will find all the latest information about sustainable local events, workshops, grants, articles and project updates all in one place.

If you have any feedback or comments, you can contact us at environment@marion.sa.gov.au.

Latest events

Get gardening with natives!

Do you live in the suburbs of Mitchell Park, Marion, Oaklands Park or Morphettville? 

You’re invited to join Native Gardens for Nature: connecting people, plants and wildlife along the Sturt River-Warripari.

Join one of our wildlife-friendly garden session to get your FREE pack of 10 local native plants. Hannah from Habitat Connection Co. will share handy gardening tips tricks kickstart your wildlife friendly garden. 

Session 1: 1 pm to 3 pm Sunday 22 June, Mitchell Park Sports and Community Centre
Or
Session 2: 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm Wednesday 25 June, City Services (935 Marion Road Mitchell Park)

Interested but don't live near Sturt River-Warripari ? We would still love to hear from you. 

Growing Great Fruit Trees

Ready to enjoy fresh fruit from your own backyard? 

This informative workshop will help home gardeners grow healthy, productive fruit trees with confidence.

Whether you're planting your first tree or looking to improve your existing garden, you'll gain essential knowledge on how to care for fruit trees throughout the year.

Join Willunga Fruit Tree Pruning for this session that will give you the tools and practical advice you need to nurture thriving fruit trees at home.

Tuesday 17 June, 6:30 pm to 8 pm | Mitchell Park Sports and Community Centre

Big success at the Weekend Weed Swap! 

Our most popular Weed Swap yet took place on Sunday 25 May at the Cove Civic Centre - and what a day it was!

🌱 110 households swapped Gazanias and Fountain Grass (declared weeds) for beautiful native plants
🌱 Many attendees were surprised to learn that Gazanias and Fountain grass are weeds
🌱 1000 native plants found new homes in local gardens
🌱 Locals are now spreading the word to neighbours who are also removing Gazanias and planting natives
🌱 We had fantastic conversations about weed control, verge gardening local biodiversity and council support

Thanks to everyone who came along - together, we're making a big difference for our local environment!

Tour the Oaklands Wetlands!

Discover how these beautiful wetlands function as a 'water farm'!

During the tour you'll learn all about the water recycling system, the history of the area and enjoy an extensive array of wildlife such as waders, cockatoos and ducks.

Please note this is a one-hour tour with 30 minutes allocated to a presentation and another 30 minutes for a walking tour.

Next tours are:

• Thursday 10 July, 10 am
• Thursday 14 August, 10 am
• Thursday 11 September. 10 am
   

Celebrating the Tree of the Month 

A regular walker at Oaklands Wetlands, Jane is drawn to this beautiful tree as it greets her on the start of her walk. She also loves the beautiful clusters of bell-shaped flowers which attract bees in the springtime.

Standing tall and resilient this tree has seen many seasons over the years.

Jane is a dedicated environmental activist and stands up for the trees across many campaigns. We love her passion and enthusiasm for protecting our precious environment.

This tree is a Brachychiton acerifolius x populneus ‘Bella Pink’.

Nominate a tree you love!

Learn, connect and reflect together

Be part of a meaningful cultural experience with Petiola Wilson, a proud descendant of the Ngarrindjeri and Kaurna nations.

This free two-hour event includes:

• Welcome to Country
• Smoking Ceremony
• Native food tasting table
• Interactive painted pottery table - learn about cultural symbols through hands-on art
• Artifacts display and information table

Come along, connect with culture and share in the spirit of reconciliation.

Thursday 12 June, 11:30 am to 1:30 pm | Mitchell Park Sports and Community Centre

Tell us how you feel about plastic produce stickers

Let Green Industries SA know how plastic produce stickers on fruit and vegetables affects your composting experience in your garden, household or school.

The short survey asks about composting practices, challenges with plastic produce stickers and how they affect compost quality and use. 

By completing the survey you will help inform South Australia’s move to phase out plastic produce stickers! 

Get ready for Plastic Free July

Here's two reasons to ditch plastic this July: 

1. Global plastic production is expected to triple by 2060
2. 90% of all plastics are made from fossil fuels - a finite resource 

Whether your far along in your plastic free journey or just starting, everyone can make a difference. 

Here are a few ideas:

• Swap disposable razors for reusable alternatives
• Choose natural fibre fabrics to help reduce microplastics
• Buy less - avoiding disposable products and packaging has a huge impact

Share your Plastic Free July commitment with a friend and make an impact!

Bin chicken or Australia's most misunderstood bird?

Watch this webinar with Dr Liberty Olds and uncover the mysteries of the magnificent Australian white ibis that now calls Adelaide home.

Discover the challenges faced by the ibis due to habitat changes and the innovative ways these charismatic birds are adapting to city life.

Learn about bird ecology and results of recent tracking studies including observations, nest cameras and GPS tracking!

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