1 September 2008 1:50 PM

Glenbrook, New South Wales

Native Plant Fair
Saturday 6 (10am to 5pm) and Sunday 7 (10am to 4pm)

The Blue Mountains Group of the Australian Plants Society presents its annual fair and plant sale from its well stocked nursery and information centre.

• Wide range of plants for sale
• Displays of plants in natural and garden settings
• Native bee display and information
• Wood turning demonstrations
• Plants and gardening advice
• Use of interactive CD for plant identification
• Literature - free and for sale
• Tea/coffee available
• Picnic in the Reserve
• Children's programsLiterature - free and for sale

Admission free.

Glenbrook Native Plant Reserve, Great Western Highway, Glenbrook (directly opposite the Information bay).

Mt Penang, Kariong, New South Wales

Springtime Flora Festival
Thursday 11 to Sunday 14; 9am to 5pm Thur/Fri/Sat and 9am to 4pm Sun

The Central Coast Group of APS (NSW) will present its annual exhibition as part of the Springtime Flora Festival.

Healthy, well-grown native plants will also be available for sale.

The Springtime Flora Festival provides garden enthusiasts, green thumbs and those 'gardenly' challenged with the inspiration and tools to transform any garden into a retreat this Spring. Festival visitors can pick up tips from some of NSW's leading landscapers and purchase plants from Australia's top propagators, wholesalers and retailers.

The Festival gives people an opportunity to experience different plants, see the newest techniques and dig up the latest advice to help get their garden in the best shape for Spring.

Set in 5 hectares the Australian Springtime Flora Festival showcases everything from landscape architecture to floral design. Adding to the festival spirit there are stalls with gourmet food and wines, gardening needs, and homewares. Snacks and entertainment make the event perfect for all the family.

Adults $13.50; Seniors, Aged and Disabled Pensioners $11.00; Children (5-16 years) $4; Family (2 adults & 3 children) $30.

Further information on the Festival's website.

Brisbane, Queensland

Spring Flower Show and Plants Market
Saturday 20 (9am to 4pm) and Sunday 21 (9am to 4pm).

The Society's Queensland Region's annual show will be held at the Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha Auditorium, Mt Coot-tha Road, Toowong.

• Spectacular floral displays
• Sales of plants and cut flowers
• Book sales
• Expert advice on growing native plants, landscaping and propagation
• Bush foods

Admission: Adults $3, children free.

Burrendong Arboretum, New South Wales

Spring Festival and Sculpture Exhibition
Sunday 21 September (9:30am to 4pm).

So what would you do if the power to change the world was in your hands?

The Spring Festival and Sculpture Exhibition, titled 'In Your Hands' is shaping up to be, yet again, another wonderful event with a mix of previous and new artists planning to inspire us with their artistic creations. Some artists have already completed their works and have sent us photos and they look spectacular. Importantly these magnificent works are also available for sale - and they would look fabulous in your garden!

The exhibition runs from Sunday 21st September until 5th October. A number of other minor events will be held throughout the two week exhibition period.

Where: Burrendong Botanic Garden & Arboretum, Tara Road, Mumbil, NSW.

Entry fee: $5 per car (Friends of Burrendong Arboretum members FREE)

Why should you attend?:

• official exhibition OPENING .. people's choice award
• story telling .. spectacular Australian plants
• food & coffee .. live entertainment
• guided tours .. children's activities
• plants for sale .. a great family day out

Plus, hear the winning entry in the children's writing competition proudly sponsored by Central West Writers Centre and ABC Central West and ABC Western Plains.

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