There are some things in life we can replace. A dead lawn, a failed crop, a broken fence, a struggling garden. But water? Clean, ancient underground water systems that have taken thousands upon thousands of years to form beneath our feet? Once they're damaged, contaminated, or depleted… there’s no quick fix for that. This is why so many people across the Limestone Coast are deeply concerned right now about the proposed lifting of the fracking moratorium in our region.

Beautiful drought conscious landscaped garden example Written and edited by Tammy Johnson 30th May 2025 With climate patterns shifting and drought becoming a more common reality for so many of us, as gardeners we’re faced with the new challenge of how to keep our gardens thriving with less water. Gardening during dry times isn’t about giving up and accepting defeat, it’s about getting smart and creative. By embracing some simple alternatives, our gardens can become more resil