The vegetable garden project for low level students is closer to becoming a reality. Patrick, the gardener who has the contract for Swan TAFE, is very keen to assist and will clear two areas which are not too visible to "passers-by". Swan will provide reticulation and we will supply labour, compost and seeds/ seedlings. Patrick will truck in the compost and give advice as to what to plant then the rest is up to us! We will have to buy some basic tools but if any staff have some old hoes etc, then we would certainly make use of them. A lot of language should come out of the project, vegetables could be sold and a basic booklet produced. Progress, including photos, can be reported on using the Student Blog.

The market yesterday was a great success and thanks to all staff, and Simon in particular, for setting up and manning the cash registers! Some of the funds collected (about $230 in all) will go towards the garden project. Wanjira took all leftover clothing to her class in Girrawheen so community students will benefit as well. More photos of the market can be viewed on the student blog, which is only a click away (see Links to the right).