A picture-perfect Saturday morning set the scene for the 10th Open Day at the Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens — and what a celebration it was!
The Tropical Sun Lawn came alive with colour, community and curiosity as hundreds of visitors turned out to explore plant displays, get hands-on with nature activities and soak up the sunshine in one of Mackay’s most beautiful outdoor spaces.
From up-close wildlife encounters to educational exhibits, orchid sales and native bee demonstrations, there was something to delight all ages. Children were kept entertained with creative activities and competitions, including a visit from crowd favourite Parker the Library Van. Many young explorers proudly filled out their Nature Passports, tracking down at-risk native plants and entering the draw for prizes.
The atmosphere was buzzing with joy and learning, thanks to the incredible effort of community exhibitors and council teams — especially the dedicated Botanic Gardens and nursery crews, whose passion for local flora shone brightly throughout the day.
The 10th anniversary Open Day marked a decade of inspiring conservation, education and community connection. With vibrant displays, smiling faces and plenty of leafy love, it was truly a milestone to remember.
Photo credit: Mackay Regional Council
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