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Volunteers committed to re-vegetating local land with indigenous plants. Locals seeds are collected & propagated in our nursery at the State Coal Mine.

Funds from the sale of seeds & plants to local landowners fund further environmental projects. Sale opportunities: From time-to-time we offer special sale opportunities to grab a tubestock plant at a bargain price. This is generally excess stock from our propagating season...and naturally this is likely to be reduced species. We are a small specialised Volunteer group growing indigenous plants to order. Visit http://wsbn.org.au/plants/ if you are looking for a list of the species we propagate. We only sell via our website - online ordering only. Client orders are usually arranged for pick-up at the Nursery as we do not post out plant orders. Thank you.

19/10/2026

We have now CLOSED our orders for 2027!

Our super volunteers are now busy processing them and allocating jobs for our propagating teams. We will be in touch with updates on how we are progressing.

Cheers WSBN

17/10/2026

Last Chance!

This coming Monday is the final day to place your order for 2027 INDIGENOUS PLANTS (tree, shrub grass, wetland, wildflowers etc).

If you love this photo taken today at the Heathlands, then consider replicating this landscape at yours.

Consider your space 'levels'. What tall trees can take your space to a higher and more dramatic place, with a swathe of understory mass species planting as shown in this photo with Patersonia occidentalis (Long purple flag). You can order this species wsbn.org.au/orders .
Whether you are looking to restore a rural property, build a local biodiversity hotspot, or plan ahead for next year's planting season, now is the time to act before our orders close.

Why order indigenous?
- Grown locally from seed harvested within our local shires, perfectly adapted to our local climate and soils
- Essential food and shelter for native wildlife.

15/10/2026

🌱 ONLY 3 DAYS LEFT TO ORDER! 🌿

A friendly reminder to our local community that 2027 WSBN Indigenous Plant Orders close this Monday, 19th October!

Now is the perfect time to get your orders in and start planning for a beautiful, thriving garden filled with local indigenous plants.

By planting indigenous species, you’re helping support local wildlife, provide habitat for pollinators, and create a healthier environment for our community.

⏰ Don’t miss out — orders close Monday 19th October!

Get your order in today and help us grow a greener, more biodiverse future! wsbn.org.au/orders

Please share this reminder with friends, family and neighbours who might be interested.

30/09/2026

ORDER NOW for 2027.

Did you know that planting flora indigenous to our beautiful Bass Coast and South Gippsland shires does so much more than just beautify your garden or your revegetation zones.

When you choose local native plants, you are:

- Providing habitat for native birds, bees, butterflies, and wildlife.

- Drought-hardy and naturally adapted to our local soils and coastal climate, that means less maintenance and watering.

- Preserving the unique natural biodiversity and heritage of our region.

At the Wonthaggi Seed Bank & Nursery (WSBN), our dedicated team of volunteers is passionate about growing high-quality, local tubestock that genuinely belongs right here in our environment.

🌱 IMPORTANT: We Grow to Order! 🌱

Because we propagate specifically for our community's needs, ordering early ensures your tubestock is grown and ready when you need it.

Get your order in today and help us keep our local ecosystems thriving!

📩 How to Order: Visit our website: wsbn.org.au\orders to secure your tubestock for 2027.

19/09/2026

IT'S ON NOW! (10-Noon Sat 19th Sept)
Indigenous plant sale - State Coal Mine Wonthggi.
The wonderful cafe is OPEN..get a coffee, lunch...cakes..lovely cakes!

17/09/2026

PLANT SALE – THIS SATURDAY!

Looking to add some beautiful local indigenous plants to your garden or revegetation spaces?

Come along to the Wonthaggi Seed Bank & Nursery End of Season Plant Sale this Saturday, 19 September.

🕙 Gates open at 10.00am

🌊 SPECIAL COASTAL PLANT AVAILABILITY 🌊

Due to a cancelled order, we have an extensive quantity of plants from species particularly well suited to coastal conditions and sandy soils. Unlimited quantities per person maybe purchased from this stock. Samples in pics below.

These hardy plants are excellent for soil stabilisation, helping to hold sandy soils together and reduce erosion. They also look spectacular when planted en masse, creating a striking natural display.

So, if you have a coastal garden, sandy soil, a dune area or a property needing some stabilisation, this is a great opportunity to pick up a larger number of tubestock plants.

Don't forget to bring a box, bag or basket or now a trailer.... to take your new plants home!

📍 State Coal Mine, Wonthaggi
📅 Saturday, 19 September
🕙 Gates open at 10.00am - no early

See you Saturday!

12/09/2026

ONE WEEK TO GO!

WSBN Surplus Stock Sale.

Get your garden and revegetation spaces ready for spring!

Join us next Saturday, 19th September 2026, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon at the Wonthaggi Seed Bank & Nursery (located at the historic State Coal Mine).

We have thousands of local tubestock looking for their forever homes!

Come down, support our amazing volunteers, and pick up some fantastic local plants.

Indigenous plants provide crucial food and shelter for native wildlife, birds, and insects. These plants are naturally adapted to our local Shires soil and climate conditions.

Planting local species creates vital green corridors that help local wildlife move safely across the region.

Bring: A carry basket for your new plants. No early birds, pleasse...gates open sharp at 10:00 am!

See you there! 🌿

02/09/2026

Fantastic news for our local environment!

A beautiful koala from Outrim who was undergoing wildlife care has officially been safely returned to the wild this week.

But to make her return a permanent success, she needs habitat to sustain her. Koalas rely on tall, mature indigenous trees for both food and protection from ground-level threats.

Want to help her and boost our local biodiversity?

Come along to our volunteer-run indigenous plant nursery.

We have our END OF SEASON SALE on
September 19th. Visit wsbn.org.au for details.

Take home some native trees for your own spaces for wildlife that live 'above' us, BUT also consider the array of other wildlife creatures that live 'around' and 'below' us.

Grasses, sedges, reeds & shrubby plants provide habitat for these creatures - you are actively building a safer future for our local wildlife.

We have these species at our sale also..so plant generously the ground spaces, around a taller species.

Our volunteers are looking forward to meeting you on the 19th September ~ gates open 10.00am.

21/08/2026

2026 End of Season Surplus Stock Sale!

When: Saturday 19th September 2026, 10am to 12 noon
Where: State Coal Mine Wonthaggi
Park: Follow car parking directions on site to avoid over cluttering the Cafe car Park please.
BYO: A bag or box to take your tube stock home
What's on sale: 13,000 tubes to find their forever home! Our message this year is 'plant for biodiversity'....the gates will open and wander around the vast array of indigenous species that will truly add value to your spaces.

To ensure fairness to all:

No early birds.
Nursery will open at 10am sharp & sale quantities will be limited:
- 10 max of the same species per person
- 100 max tubes in total per person

If you cannot make it, please note our ORDERS are OPEN NOW FOR 2027.

19/07/2026

A Small Grant Opportunity!

Do you have an idea that could make a difference to your local environment?

The Wonthaggi Seedbank and Nursery (WSBN) is inviting community groups to apply for a Small Grant to help bring local environmental projects to life.

Whether you're planning to create a native garden, restore habitat for wildlife, revegetate a local reserve, or inspire others to learn about our unique indigenous plants, we'd love to hear your ideas.

Our philosophy is simple: to conserve, create & restore the indigenous flora & fauna of Bass Coast & South Gippsland.

A WSBN Small Grant is more than financial assistance, it's an investment in community-led action. We believe local people have the ideas, passion & commitment to create lasting change. Together, we can build healthier landscapes, support native wildlife & leave a legacy for future generations.

If your group has a project that will benefit our local environment, we encourage you to apply.

Every great environmental project starts with a single idea. Yours could be next.

Applications are now open!

Apply by: October 13th
For application details: https://wsbn.org.au/small-grants-program/
Questions? [email protected]

Address

State Coal Mine, Garden Street
Wonthaggi, VIC
3995

Website

http://wsbn.org.au/

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