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Jim explains the design concept

Posted on June 1, 2011

Hi folks, Check out Jim explaining how each element of the Australian Garden plays a role in the metaphorical ‘journey of water’…

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Congratulations all round

Posted on May 30, 2011

Hi folks, A big thank you to all who have sent such lovely messages of congratulations. On-site at Chelsea, there’s been plenty of hugs and handshakes for the team as they proudly show off the garden to visitors.

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The Gold Medal!

Posted on May 27, 2011

Hi folks, Drum roll, please…. here’s the Gold Medal – almost two years in the making, all of us here at the RBG are incredibly proud to be bringing this home. Many thanks to our sponsors and supporters – the … Continue reading →

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The Queen visits the Australian Garden

Posted on May 27, 2011

Hi folks, We were thrilled to host a visit from HRH at the Australian Garden - such an honour and an absolute high point in our Chelsea adventure.

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Pics from the Show

Posted on May 27, 2011

Hi folks, Here’s the latest from Jay as the Show opens to the public, and as you can see, the Australian Garden is garnering a lot of interest from visitors…

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Images from Chelsea

Posted on May 26, 2011

Hi folks, Here’s some pics from Press Day at Chelsea, where we welcomed Aussie classical guitarist Craig Ogden to perform in the Australian Garden. Craig is about to launch his new album, Summertime, in the UK. Thanks to our UK-based … Continue reading →

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The Australian Garden takes Chelsea by storm!

Posted on May 26, 2011

Hi folks, What a huge couple of days we’ve had here at the RBG! Many, many thanks to everyone who has sent emails, Tweets and Facebook messages of congratulations – we really appreciate it. The Australian Garden has scored lots … Continue reading →

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Final Touches Before Judging

Posted on May 26, 2011

Check out the last video update just before judging at the Chelsea Flower Show 2011. The crew has finally completed the planting works and are doing the final touches to The Australian Garden. Plants are painstakingly being trimmed and everything … Continue reading →

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And it’s…. GOLD!

Posted on May 24, 2011

Hi folks, Woohoo! We’ve just received word from Phil that the Australian Garden has been awarded a Gold Medal! Check out the RHS website for details: http://www.rhs.org.uk/Shows-Events/RHS-Chelsea-Flower-Show/2011/Gardens/Awards/Gold More to come as we receive details and pics from the UK later tonight…

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Pics from Press Day and judging

Posted on May 24, 2011

Hi folks, More great pics from Jay show the final moments before judging. Awards will be announced at approximately 6pm (Melbourne time) – fingers crossed! 

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