Celebrate NAIDOC Week by helping restore indigenous biodiversity with free native plants in the City of Holdfast Bay.
Friday 10 July 2026
10:30am - 12:30pm
14 Jetty Rd, Brighton SA 5048, Australia
Free
Celebrate NAIDOC Week with a meaningful activity that supports indigenous biodiversity in your local area. This event invites families, seniors, adults, and schools to participate in a native plant giveaway, encouraging sustainable gardening and environmental stewardship.
Bring your bucket and evidence of residence or business in the City of Holdfast Bay to receive free local native plants. Schools have a special allowance to receive more plants, making this a perfect opportunity for educational engagement.
Enjoy a community-focused event that not only benefits your garden but also helps local wildlife by providing native habitats.
- Date: Friday, 10 July 2026
- Time: 10:30 to 12:30
- Location: Holdfast Bay History Centre verandah, next to the library
- Audience: Families, seniors, adults, and schools
- Cost: Free
- Booking is essential; schools may book two spaces to receive 20 plants.
Participants must bring a bucket and proof of address or business to claim their plants. There is a limit of 10 plants per household or business and 20 plants per school.
If this event sells out, another giveaway is scheduled for Saturday, 18 July.
The event will be held on the verandah next to the library at the Holdfast Bay History Centre, located at 14 Jetty Road, Brighton SA.
The venue is accessible and family-friendly, making it easy for parents to bring children along. Parking and public transport options are available nearby.
This central location is ideal for residents and businesses in the City of Holdfast Bay looking to engage with their community and environment.
Bookings are essential and can be made online to secure your place. Schools should book two spaces to qualify for 20 plants.
Bring a bucket or two to carry your plants home safely.
Proof of residence or business within the City of Holdfast Bay is required to participate.
For questions or further information, contact Sam Buxton Stewart, the City of Holdfast Urban Greening Officer.
The event is free of charge.
Bookings must be made online through the City of Holdfast Bay website.
Spaces are limited to ensure fair distribution of native plants, so early registration is recommended.
If the event is fully booked, a second giveaway event is available on 18 July with separate bookings.
