GLADSTONE BRANCH

At a meeting convened by Judge Pat Shanahan on 19th July 1977, the Gladstone Branch of SGAP was formed with a small, but keen group of native plant enthusiasts. Graham Price was elected Chairman and Yvonne Braun Secretary.

In 1982, Gladstone Branch published their first book, Australian Native Plants for Cultivation in Suburban Gardens, compiled by Suzanne Aspland, with assistance from Ruth Crosson, Norm Gibson and Doug Tighe.

Gladstone has played a major role in the development of Tondoon Botanic Gardens, especially in the setting up of a Herbarium, which was subsequently named the Norm Gibson Herbarium in honour of long-time member, Chairman of Gladstone Branch, and collector par excellance.

In September 1988, Gladstone hosted the Bicentennial Year Regional Conference, preceded by a camp-out excursion to Kroombit Tops.
 
Please register with Secretary on 07 4972 1447 if you intend attending any activities.

Meetings

Monthly meetings at different locations of botanical interest in Port Curtis. Register with leader if you intend joining an excursion. Plant lists available. Order in advance. BYO food/water and first aid kit. See our Contacts page for contact details and the Activities page for details of activities