A unique new community garden showcasing Australian rose-breeding excellence will officially open in Renwick this week.
The Renwick Community Australian Bred Rose Garden will be officially opened on Tuesday, featuring more than 160 Australian-bred roses and becoming the first dedicated public garden in New South Wales to exclusively display Australian-bred varieties.
The project has been delivered through a partnership between Wingecarribee Shire Council, the Southern Highlands Regional Rose Society and local supporters, creating what organisers describe as a lasting community asset for residents and visitors.
The opening ceremony will be held at the Renwick Community Centre and is expected to attract a range of dignitaries and gardening enthusiasts, including Judy Hannan MP, Erin Foley, representatives of local garden clubs and members of state and national rose societies.
Among those attending will be renowned Australian rose breeders Richard Walsh and Ruth Walsh, as well as rose breeder Gary Wootton, who donated the Rose of Renwick variety to the project
The garden celebrates Australia’s rich rose-breeding heritage while providing a new attraction for the Southern Highlands community. Organisers say the collection highlights the contribution Australian breeders have made to developing rose varieties suited to local conditions.
Erin Foley will officially open the garden, with morning tea to be hosted by the Southern Highlands Regional Rose Society following the ceremony.
The official opening will run from 10am to 11am on Tuesday at the Renwick Community Centre, 55 Renwick Drive, Renwick.
