Learn about unique arid and semi arid Australian landscapes with Indigenous plantings. Explore the formal entrance garden, settlers' garden and dry billabong.
Take a break and enjoy the tranquillity, seated under the vine covered arbour or picnic on the lawns under shady iron bark trees.
Located within the Moama Recreation Reserve and adjacent to the Adventure Playpark, the site has undercover barbecue facilities and toilets nearby.
History
The Gardens began as a community idea to enhance the Recreation Reserve. Now fully supported by Murray River Council, and volunteers, they are a serene and peaceful space surrounded by play and sporting facilities.
An ongoing project designed by Landscape Architect Mr Chris Dance, the Gardens feature indigenous plantings and are contemporary, unique, water wise and Riverina themed.
Several stages have been completed thus far:
- the formal entrance garden with a boardwalk and lake
- the Settlers Garden and Dry Billabong
- a 3.5metre lookout to complete the western aspect of the gardens
- La Belle Helene 2 statue, by sculptor David Maughan, adding significant interest and value to the Gardens
The Friends of Moama Echuca Botanic Gardens Inc are committed to continue to work with Murray River Council to implement the designer's plan, stage by stage. The Committee meets on a regular basis to discuss works to achieve this goal, and volunteers gather every Monday morning to aid Council staff with garden maintenance. A "cuppa" and chat round off the mornings' activities. The enthusiastic group is always happy to welcome new members.