Blossoming show set to grow

THE Australian Plants Society Heathcote Inc held another successful flower show and plant sale last weekend and hope to grow the event to an even bigger one next year.

“Despite early wet weather, I think the attendance is even better than last year,” said Secretary Tania Biagioni.

“Lots of people are coming in from the Lions Club market and there’s a fantastic community vibe.

“We had a great show last year and this year Heathcote Artists Inc and McKwey Park Art who make items from recycled horseshoes, have joined us.

“They have both reported good sales and we’re hoping to include more community groups next year.”

President of Heathcote Artists Inc Iris McLean said the group was very happy with the day.

“We’ve made lots of sales and we’re donating ten per cent of the sales to the plant society,” she said.

“All our group have been busy over the past few months preparing arts works featuring local plants and scenes.

“Some members are quite new at it, but they’ve done a wonderful job.

“We are looking forward to participating again next year.”

All money raised will go towards the plant society’s Heathcote Native Garden Project.

“Our raffle with prizes donated by generous businesses in the community was well supported,” said Ms Biagioni.

“We are very grateful to them and everyone who attended and gave us terrific feedback.

“Already we’re looking forward and planning for next year.

“A lot of people came a long distance to see the show and it would be wonderful if we could make it into an even bigger community festival.

“There are so many wonderful things Heathcote has to offer.”

Anyone interested in having a stall or display at next year’s event can contact Ms Biagioni on 0425 707 606.