About Us

09/25/11

OBJECTS

The objects of the association are—

(a) To broaden the scope of member clubs in their activities by combining together as a Council.

(b) To promote the development of horticultural knowledge and interests among member clubs and the wider community.

(d) To encourage an understanding of conservation of our national and natural heritage.

(e) To participate in community events and projects that contribute to the beautification of our natural and built environment through enhancements to public parks, gardens, and like facilities

MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

Queensland Council of Garden Clubs Inc (QCGC) is managed by a committee which meets monthly. Committee members are members of the member clubs and are elected at the AGM. A monthly general meeting is for delegates from member clubs to obtain information about events and the results of committee discussions. It also provides the opportunity for clubs to give feedback to the management committee.

GARDEN CLUBS AMBASSADOR

The Garden Clubs Ambassador visits member clubs giving details of events and items of interest and acts as a liaison with the Management Committee. The Ambassador is selected by a panel of 3 judges from persons nominated by their club. The person holds the position for one year.

Services to Members

Newsletter	Member clubs are kept informed about news, shows, events, policies, issues etc through the quarterly Newsletter.
Register	A complete list of member clubs with contact details and meeting times and places.
Club Management	Information on aspects of running a club - meeting procedure, duties of office bearers etc.
Insurance	Insurance cover through a group insurance scheme.
Social Occasions	Social functions and competitions to encourage friendship between clubs.
Guest Speakers	Suggestions for guest speakers.
Bus Trips	Suggestions for destinations, nurseries and other places of interest for organising bus trips.
Special Occasions	Opportunities for members to participate in festivals, community events and horticultural shows, e.g. RNA show, Newstead House, Nambour Garden Expo.
Telephone Listing	Through the listing in the White Pages (Queensland Council of Garden Clubs) and Yellow Pages (Clubs Gardening - Queensland Council of Garden Clubs) members of the public can get information on clubs in their area and suggestions about gardening.
Conservation	The Conservation Officer gathers information of interest about conservation and related matters and reports to the members at the general meeting and in the Newsletter.
Government & Other Bodies	QCGC is a member of the Centre for Lifestyle Horticulture and has a close association with Australia’s Open Garden Scheme and other horticultural groups.

This site was last updated 09/25/11