AN unusual sight stunned volunteers recently as they arrived for their weekly session at Kendall’s Global Food Garden.
In a corner of the garden stood a scarecrow, dressed in skinny jeans, checkered shirt and a straw hat.
The bird-repelling figure had been brought to life through the creative talents of Coralie, a dedicated garden volunteer, however lacked a fitting name.
In a bid to complete the character of the garden’s new scarecrow friend, an appeal has been issued to the community to decide a name.
“We thought naming our scarecrow could be a great way to share our garden and what we do here,” garden founder Tin Hta Nu told NOTA.
Name suggestions are being accepted for a three-week period, with the deadline set for Friday, 27 June.
Once a name is selected and agreed upon the volunteers will host a “Name Day” during the Term 2 school holidays, allowing visitors to explore the gardens and an array of new features.
The winner of the naming competition will be awarded a small hamper consisting of an array of fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables and delectable homemade delicacies.
Names can be submitted in person to the volunteers at the Global Food Garden each Thursday between 9am to 11am or through text message to 0423226651, for the next three weeks.
Tin said volunteers love when the community gets involved with the garden.
“We recently took one of our ripe Jakjak fruits to the Kendall Community Preschool for the children to try,” she said.
“We have a number of new garden features we would love the community to explore.
“The volunteers have also recently revamped a very tired garden bed.
“The improvements were made possible from items already existing in our garden space, including the soil and compost.”
By Kim AMBROSE
