Maroochy Regional Bushland
Botanic Gardens

This magnificent facility is set on 82 hectares west of Buderim off the Tanawha Tourist Drive. Gullies filled with ferns and palms, a lagoon home to myriad wildlife, picnic areas, natural bush walks and special areas where the natural attractions have been supplemented with art and sculpture are among the large array of features awaiting lovers of Australia's bushland.

The Gardens are set to grow with a recent Maroochy Shire Council purchase of another 30 hectare plot.

The established garden areas and parks are a favourite for weddings and family outings, there are many picnic tables overlooking the lagoon and forest areas.

There are no barbeque facilities, but you are welcome to bring your own, there are good quality toilet facilities and a covered area onsite.

No rubbish bins are provided, thereby reducing the number of crows etc. which congregate around such devices and interference with the natural activity of wild animals. The Council asks that you PLEASE TAKE YOUR RUBBISH HOME!

The gardens are maintained by the Friends of Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Gardens Inc, established in 1996 before the Gardens were started!

Trained volunteer Guides take walks on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month, beginning on Wednesday 3 February 2010. If you enjoy plants, and learning about our special native plants, their stories and uses, please meet the Guides at the Information Sign near the car park for a leisurely walk with us. Walks begin at 9 a.m. and last for an hour. During the hot months we take advantage of the shady, cool areas of the Gardens, including the Mossy Log area, the Fern Glade, the Friendship Colonnade and the Ephemeral Wetlands. Note: walks are no longer conducted on Fridays.

Guided walks for groups can be arranged for suitable times, mutually convenient for guide(s) and walkers. But time is required for organisation so please let us know at least a month in advance. Contact Margaret on 5445 3375.

If you are interested in training as a Guide, applications for a new intake begin on January 21. Please contact Margaret (5445 3375) for details by February 3 (or ASAP after that date).

If you would like to be involved in "The Friends" you can contact the President on 07 5445 5525 or email them at
sheargolds@optusnet.com.au

For more information on the Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Gardens visit the Council Webpage or Friends Website

You can locate the Gardens on our maps below!