It’s time again for the Bello Autumn Plant Fair Coffs Coast Coffs Coast by News Of The Area - Modern Media - March 1, 2024 There will be more than 100 plant stalls to choose from. Photo: BEC. IT’S that time of the year when the Bellingen Environment Centre Inc (BEC) proudly presents the first of its twice-annual Bellingen Plant Fairs. This year’s Autumn Plant Fair is on Saturday March 9 from 8am until 2pm at Bellingen Park. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882. Email us – media@newsofthearea.com.au The Bellingen Plant Fair germinated from the desire of local environmentalists and bush regenerators to plant more native trees to enhance connectivity and habitat throughout the region. Beneath the canopy of trees, patrons can browse more than 100 diverse plant and garden-related stalls with a focus on natives. Nestle in a fragrant bower and chat with friends or enjoy a delicious coffee and home baked treats from the BEC’s legendary cake stall. “We give thanks to the many kind and generous cake makers over the past 70 plant fairs,” BEC spokesperson Caroline Joseph said. “That’s a lot of cake and a lot of love.” Several educational workshops will also be held on topics such as backyard chickens, planting natives or how to start a Landcare group, to name a few. Ms Joseph urges patrons to get their groove on with music by the Moonlighters, or enter the famous raffle of goodies donated from each stall holder that will be drawn at 1pm. A variety of healthy food options will be available to sustain patrons while they do their bit for climate change by getting more plants in the ground. “We will be there waiting to greet you so please come and say g’day,” Ms Joseph said. By Andrew VIVIAN Patrons can sample an array of home-made cakes. Photo: BEC.
