Friends of the National Arboretum Canberra

Canberra Times article on Salt Bush

At the National Arboretum Canberra the new Friends sponsored garden in the Central Valley is planted with salt bushes (Rhagodia spinescens). Amalie Shawcross, operations manager at the Arboretum, says the plants were purchased from Yarralumla Nursery which propagates the majority of the saltbush it supplies as it is highly successful and is grown to Canberra conditions.

Great Opportunity: Organisers for WarmTrees 2020

Friends of the National Arboretum are seeking members for a new organising committee to prepare for WARM TREES 2020. This has been a very successful event over the years. It is based around hand crafts and is an important way to involve so many people in the Arboretum, even if they are not tree savvy. If you are interested in joining this new group, read on ...

Of Interest at STEP - August 2019

Despite the dry conditions, there is a rainbow of colour at STEP. See below for a catalog of August colour!

Help NAC win a Visitor Experience Award

Rate the National Arboretum Canberra (NAC) and help it win! Your feedback through a quick survey will tell us what you love and how we can improve. The NAC strives to ensure that the visitor experience is a positive and memorable one, whether it be discovering the forest trails, a guided walk, a family visit to the Pod Playground, a coffee with friends or an evening function. The Friends and volunteers are NAC partners in delivering exceptional services to all visitors. Simply visit www.outrate.com.au and select Events and Attractions.

World Bonsai Masters in Canberra - 30 Aug-1 Sept 2019

The National Arboretum Canberra is very pleased to announce World Bonsai Masters will be held from FRIDAY 30 AUGUST to SUNDAY 1 SEPTEMBER 2019. Kunio Kobayashi and Ryan Neil are considered to be two of the best Bonsai artists in the world and are holding masterclasses and demonstrations, as well as participating in a discussion forum and critique. BEST OF ALL - Friends are entitled to a 10% discount (except Masterclasses). See below for more information.

Latest Friends Newsletter 43 - June 2019

A fabulous read of all things happening with the Friends at the Arboretum. A huge congratulations for one of our own - Colette Mackay on her OAM. ENJOY!!

The Arboretum Book

Forests of the National Arboretum Canberra

This latest book about the National Arboretum Canberra and all its diverse forest species was launched in June 2014. Its 212 pages carry over 850 crisp photos—and this quality production was printed in Canberra, Australia! It details development of the project, ceremonial tree plantings, all the species in the Southern Tablelands Ecosystems Park (Forest 20), the bonsai pavilion, festivals, concerts, and a whole lot more.

This book makes an excellent gift, offering hours and hours of interest and pleasure. Treat yourself to a copy or treat a friend.

The Arboretum Book can be purchased through our online shop or at the Curatorium in the Village Centre.

Only $35 + postage

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2020 Calendar

The National Arboretum Canberra 2020 calendar is now available. 12 stunning photographs that capture the essence of our favourite arboretum.

By purchasing this calendar, you will be helping the Friends support enhancement, educational and research projects at the National Arboretum Canberra. A great souvenir or gift.

Available through our online shop or at the Curatorium gift shop in the Village Centre.

$23 including postage

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Latest News

Canberra Times article on Salt Bush

Great Opportunity: Organisers for WarmTrees 2020

Of Interest at STEP - August 2019

Help NAC win a Visitor Experience Award

World Bonsai Masters in Canberra - 30 Aug-1 Sept 2019

Latest Friends Newsletter 43 - June 2019

The Arboretum Book

Only $35 + postage

2020 Calendar

$23 including postage

Special thanks to our amazing awesome generous Sponsors

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