Grow it Local
Story: Grow it Local
Episode: 9
Presenter: Neville Passmore
Air Date: 2 May 2026
Neville is welcomed into the warm, nationwide community of Grow it Local.
- Grow It Local is a nationwide community with over 49,000 members across Australia.
- It is a gardening movement focused on encouraging people to grow their own food and connect through gardening.
- The organisation was co-founded by Paul West.
- Grow It Local works with a range of partners to support gardening education and community engagement.
- Community workshops are a key part of its activities, helping people learn new gardening skills and tips.
- Events are designed to bring local gardeners together and strengthen community involvement.
- Research from Grow It Local indicates that people who grow their own food consume significantly more fruit and vegetables than the average Australian.
- Community garden events, such as those at Lakelands Community Garden, play an important role in delivering hands-on gardening experiences.
For more information, head to:
growitlocal.com
