While our farmers are the ones that have really been doing it tough over the long dry, keen gardeners are also rejoicing at this recent period of soaking rain.

It has come in perfect timing for a growth spurt before the annual Kiama Garden Competition, which is judged in the second week of November.

The competition is run by the Kiama Garden Club, and there are a number of categories to suit different types of gardens:

• best garden over 1/2 acre
• best front garden incorporating a rose garden
• best back yard garden incorporating a vegetable garden
• best waterwise garden
• best balcony garden
• best primary school
  vegetable garden.

You might get some inspiration from the Berry Garden Festival’s eight gardens, open from 18-21 October. Information on times is at
berrygardens.org.au

Details: Entries close 28 October. Contact robertcurll@bigpond.com or on 4236 0158 for an entry form