2021-2022 marked a new record for financial support to the Gardens by the Friends. Project spending during the year amounted to $344,680; $43,040 donated by the Friends Public Fund, and $301,640 from the Friends other funds.

The year's major project was the redevelopment of the East Core precinct: the lawn replanted and named the Friends Lawn, improved pathways, and the extension of the deck outside the café. The Friends contributed $285,000 and the Friends Public Fund a further $30,000, for a total contribution of $315,000. This is a huge project that Council deliberated upon for many months.

In 2021-22 the Friends also funded interpretive signage on the Metallic Green Carpenter Bee, and the preparation of a design for a possible exhibition in the foyer of the Visitor Information Centre. As well, the Friends Public Fund supported the production of an excellent video on ANBG conservation activities and additional interpretive signage in the Banksia Garden.

Consistent with tradition, Friends acquired two artworks which were presented to the ANBG: Brenda Runnegar’s photograph Flannel Flowers and a painting by Cornelia Buchen-Osmond, Hakea scoparia.

Our AGM will be held on Thursday 20 October 2022 from 3-5 pm in the ANBG Theatrette.

The AGM provides the opportunity to hear the latest news about the Gardens and various Friends activities. There will also be elections for President, Secretary and Treasurer and four ordinary members of Council. Some existing Council members may not renominate so if you would like to join Council and help manage the affairs of the Friends please contact the Secretary for details.

Please note: masks are preferred in the Theatrette. Drinks and nibbles will be provided after the meeting in the Foyer/Dickson Room. For catering purposes, please RSVP by 12 October 2022.

See the Provisional Agenda, note about a Special Resolution to amend the Constitution, and links to papers and further information.