Name of the Organization : Territory & Municipal Services Directorate
Type of Facility : Free Plant Issue Scheme
Country : Australia
Website : https://www.cityservices.act.gov.au/territory-services/yarralumla-nursery/free_plant_issue_scheme
Free Plant Issue Scheme:
If you have purchased a brand new residential block of land in the ACT you are entitled to an allocation of plants from the Yarralumla Nursery.
Related : Australia Northern Territory Department of Treasury & Finance First Home Owner Grant : www.statusin.org/7028.html
The ACT Government provides these plants to help you beautify your new home and your suburb. There is no further cost to the householder. Below are our most frequently asked questions. The Plant Issue Scheme is open weekdays from 9 am to 3 pm and is closed on weekends and public holidays. See the Plant Issue Scheme flyer for more information.
Am I eligible for an allocation?:
The allocation of trees and shrubs may be registered and collected at any time up to two years from the date of signing the land purchase agreement. This eligibility is transferable if the land is sold during this period. For allocation to newly completed government owned homes, tenants should contact the Housing trust.
What is my allocation? :
Plants to the value of $220 per block can be selected by choosing one of the following three packages:
** Package A: 20 x 140mm pots
** Package B: 10 x 200mm pots
** Package C: 10 x 140mm and 5 x 200mm pots
Note: the total issue can be made to the Body Corporate if all tenants agree.
How do I find out if any plants remain on my allocation?:
Simply phone the number below and have ready your address and block and section details.
How do I collect my allocation?:
Plants may be collected from the Yarralumla Nursery during opening hours.
What evidence do I need to register for plant issue?:
You will need to provide a current rates notice of the new property.
Photographic personal identification:
An original of one of the following legal documents:
** Settlement papers;
** Contract of sale (with stamp duty stamp);or
** Letter from your solicitor confirming settlement
GardenSmart service:
GardenSmart is a FREE garden advisory service and rebate program.
The GardenSmart horticulturist can visit your home, school or community group and advise you how to make your garden more water-efficient and sustainable through clever plant choice and garden design and give practical maintenance and watering advice.
For more information about the GardenSmart service and how to access it, please visit the Environment and Sustainable Development Directorate website at: actsmart.act.gov.au/your_household/gardensmart.
The aim of free plant issue :
** Since the beginning of the Free Plant Issue Scheme (1930), emphasis has been placed on the role it plays in preserving the “Garden City” concept.
** It is hoped that new home owners will be encouraged to begin a garden immediately without having to justify the cost.
** It is hoped that by providing species which are suitable for the local climatic and soil conditions, new home owners will not be discouraged when plants fail to thrive (a problem which can occur when plants are imported from other climates).
Contact Details for Yarralumla Nursery:
Regular Opening Hours:
Monday to Friday:
7.30 am to 4 pm
Saturday/Sunday/public holidays:
Closed
Address:
Banks Street
Yarralumla ACT 2600
Contact Numbers:
Phone 02 6207 2446
Facsimile 02 6207 2455
Email yarr.nursery@act.gov.au