Mildura Rural City Council is once again partnering with Greening Mildura to find out who has the best nature strips in our region!
The Nature Strip Showdown, which is returning for a second consecutive year, is a fun way for residents to get recognition for the hard work and time they put into their nature strips, all the while entering into friendly competition with other 'green thumbs'.
While bragging rights is what everyone will be chasing, there will also be the chance to win prizes valued at $500.
Mildura Mayor Cr Helen Healy encouraged residents to get involved.
"Last year's Showdown proved highly successful, attracting dozens of entries, while crowning three worthy winners across each category," Cr Healy said.
"You only have to drive around most residential areas in our municipality to see examples of pristine, creative and beautifully manicured nature strips.
"It's great to see the pride our residents take in their gardens and homes, and the amazing lengths they'll go to keeping their nature strips looking immaculate, with razor sharp edging or perfectly pruned and maintained trees.
"The Nature Strip Showdown is a way to showcase your civic and personal pride, while entering into some light-hearted rivalry with friends and neighbours.
"It could also be just the trigger you've been waiting for to roll up your sleeves and get stuck into your nature strip if you think it could be improved."
The Nature Strip Showdown is open between now and Friday 4 April in the following categories:
- Best grassed
- Best landscaped
- Best make-over/new subdivision
Entries will be judged by well-known community garden and tree-planting group Greening Mildura.
Winners from each category will win a $500 Mildura City Heart gift card – and importantly – bragging rights for the next 12 months.
