August is a quiet month in the garden, and that's exactly why it matters. What goes in the ground now is what you'll be picking in January. Kristy Plumridge from Green Hills Farm shares five things to plant this month, from tomatoes started under cover to seed potatoes, peas, salad greens and strawberry runners, along with what she's learned growing each one in West Gippsland. Plus why the best gardening advice usually comes from the person standing next to you.

Creative Harvest returns 23 and 24 January 2027, opening food gardens across West Gippsland for our tenth year. Subscribe for program and ticket news.

At Creative Harvest, we believe that food is never just food. It is a story, a connection, a labor of love, and a community effort. Each dish is carried from paddock to plate by people who know the land and one another. That’s why we are deeply grateful to have Gippsland Jersey as a sponsor of our Creative Harvest Afternoon Tea. On the day of the event, Gippsland Jersey will supply the cream, milk, and butter used in the freshly baked scones, lovingly prepared by the CWA Drew and Nighthawks....