molonglo valley Welcome to the LDA Molonglo Valley Mingle newsletter! Register to receive electronic newsletters and event invitations online at www.lda.act.gov.au.molonglo/mingle An initiative of the Land Development Agency (LDA) Thank you to everyone who took part in the recent Land Development Agency (LDA) Mingle Community Survey! 284 Welcome Packs were delivered during our door knock and we had an excellent response rate to the Survey. The feedback received will assist us in preparing future community events that are of interest to Molonglo residents. If you haven’t received a Welcome Pack as yet and would like one, please get in touch with Karen Jesson from Communities at Work – phone 6126 9000 or email [email protected] A strong theme in the survey results was the high level of environmental awareness with residents enjoying living near bushland areas. Have you explored the beautiful Molonglo area and Stromlo Forrest Park? Why not share your photos with us on our Molonglo Mingle Facebook page. (www.facebook. com/MolongloValleyMingle) The survey also highlighted some residents have a keen eye for photography and they are willing to provide a few tips on capturing the perfect moment on camera! MOLONGLO VALLEY MINGLE COMMUNITY SURVEY Spring is the main planting season in Canberra and a great time to establish your garden. If you have a vegetable garden or would like one, visit Canberra Organic Growers Society Inc (COGS) (www. cogs.asn.au/planting-calendar/ spring-planting-calendar/) for tips and techniques, organic growing principles, planting calendars, growing guides and much more. Don’t forget some residents are also SPRING PLANTING CALENDAR Newsletter - Spring 2014 The community survey results showed many Molonglo residents enjoy sport and fitness. For example, one resident said ‘I would like to continue with the LDA’s initiative of promoting a healthy culture and perhaps start a cycling/running group and make use of the great facilities on our doorstep!’ Mingle Community Development Officer, Karen Jesson is starting a free weekly activity - Pram Pushers - for parents and carers at home with young children. The first activity will take place from 10-11am on Tuesday 7 October. Meet at the community playground (southern end of Max Jacobs Avenue in Wright) at 9:50am with appropriate enclosed footwear, hat, sunscreen and water. Additional health and fitness activities are also being considered. HEALTH AND FITNESS IN MOLONGLO We would also like to congratulate Wright resident Andrew Copp (pictured), winner of the iPad Mini as part of the Mingle survey! Another gardening highlight is Floriade, Australia’s biggest celebration of spring, is open now through until 12 October 2014 (www.floriadeaustralia.com) eligible for a Landscaping rebate if you meet the requirements. (www.lda.act.gov.au/molonglo/buyer-incentive-rebates).