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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
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
Branching out: A Hands-On Guide to Pruning Fruit Trees
This hands-on workshop will guide you through the when, why, and how of pruning to support strong, fruitful growth.
You'll learn the best times to prune different fruit trees, tools and techniques, how to shape trees and common mistakes to avoid.
Whether you’re nurturing young trees or managing mature ones, this workshop with Willunga Fruit Tree Pruning will give you the confidence to prune with purpose — and enjoy the rewards for years to come.
Sunday 29 June, 10:30 am to 12 pm | Marino Community Garden
A quest to connect with nature
Take a morning to slow down and breathe in the calm of Oaklands Wetlands.
Start with a guided walk to learn about the wetlands and how this thriving urban ecosystem supports a wide range of wildlife.
After the walk, be part of a mindfulness session where you will discover simple grounding practices and reflect on how connecting with nature can support our wellbeing.
Thursday 15 May, 10 am to 11:30 am | Oaklands Wetlands
Weekend Weed Swap
Do you have Gazanias or Fountain Grass in your garden? Would you like to replace them with FREE local native plants?
Gazanias and Fountain Grass are harmful weeds that can easily spread from gardens and take over natural areas. This means they push out native plants and reduce food and shelter for wildlife.
Follow the steps in the event listing and you'll be on your way to creating a more wildlife friendly garden!
Sunday 25 May, 1 pm to 3 pm | Cove Civic Centre
Planting events 🌳
Whether you're a young environmentalist, nature-lover, or just keen to lend a hand, there's a spot (and a trowel) waiting for you!
Join us this May and June for 4 community planting events, see the details below 👇
World Environment Day with Friends of Sturt River Landcare
With 6700 native seedlings to be planted, it will be all hands-on deck!
Come along and learn which local native plants belong here and how to plant, water and mulch them.
Be part of the effort to help create a shady cooling urban wildlife corridor in the heart of the suburbs.
Sunday 1 June, 10 am to 2 pm Oaklands Wetland
Registrations are essential
Get planting at Upper Field River
Join the Friends of Upper Field River for their planting day!
No RSVP needed - just bring your gardening gloves, a trowel (if you have one) and wear covered shoes and clothing appropriate for the weather.
Saturday 17 May, 9 am to 12 pm | Barton Drive Reserve, Trott Park
Planting for the future
Are you a young adult and passionate about the environment?
Join us for a planting event at Field River Dunes and meet other like-minded young people!
Everyone is welcome, particularly younger people aged 18 and over!
Saturday 24 May, 9:30 am to 11:30 am | Field River Dunes, Hallett Cove
Get planting at Lower Field River
Join the Friends of Lower Field River for their planting day!
No RSVP needed - just bring your gardening gloves, a trowel (if you have one) and wear covered shoes and clothing appropriate for the weather.
Sunday 15 June, 9:30 am to 11 am | Cormorant Drive Reserve, Hallett Cove
Do you have old, unwanted household linens for recycling?
Drop your linens to Adelaide Waste and Recycling Centre - or one of 7 other locations around Adelaide!
Saturday 24 May, 9 am to 3 pm | Adelaide Waste and Recycling Centre and various locations.
Your city, your say!
Each year we invite you - our residents, ratepayers and businesses to get involved in your city and have a say!
Has our proposed Draft Annual Business Plan and Budget hit the mark?
Tell us if you agree with how your rates are proposed to be spent in the Draft Annual Business Plan and Budget 2025-2026.
Comments due by 11:59 pm, Friday 16 May 2025
Funding for community events up for grabs!
Are you holding a community event in the City of Marion?
Local not-for-profit organisations or community groups staging events or festivals in the City of Marion may be eligible for support from the Community Event Fund.
Grants of $2000 are available to assist with funding.
Open all year round - until exhausted!
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