Empire Proteas

25/10/2026

You know you’re getting older when there is excitement when compost is getting delivered.

You couldn’t measure the difference between this year compared to last year since we started mixing in compost from Muddy Boots Compost. They also have a garden blend if you don’t want to do the hard work and add it straight to your garden beds.

24/10/2026

19/10/2026

Back to reality as I’m loading up and about to head off picking. It’s a big week ahead as we really “knuckle down” and see what we can achieve.

Our little trial of Ranunculus comes to an end with the determination that at this stage of the business they aren’t the flower for us. I did enjoy growing them and they are a gorgeous flower but just don’t quite suit my style at the moment.

So we will rip them up and then I can build a couple of greenhouses to try and streamline that side of things a bit. It’ll be a squeeze to get it done by next week but let’s see how we go

15/10/2026

Late afternoon drop off to Waldron's Fresh On River - IGA Corowa and IGA Rutherglen. Bouquets and gift boxes all ready to find their new homes.

A big weekend ahead for the family but a bigger fortnight ahead as I have realised it doesn’t matter how many plants I plant it never seems enough.

12/10/2026

Sometimes you need to stop picking and just see what you can create with it all. Only a couple will feature our Bouquet Dill which adds an additional textural feature but at excited to get these into stores tomorrow.

This week the family is heading to Sydney for Emma and Odie to compete in a mini triathlon so will need orders in early so we can make sure we pick enough flowers.

12/10/2026

Got a couple of special large bouquets to head out this afternoon before the rain hit and closed everything up. Snap dragons aren’t a regular feature but eagerly looking forward to what tomorrow’s harvest will bring.

Keep a look out on Wednesday for Hardluck, Waldrons Fresh on River and Rutherglen IGA as I have my fingers crossed for some new varieties

06/10/2026

🚨 New Product Launch 🚨

Everlasting Jars - $15

A quick and easy way to brighten up your table or work desk. Started as seeds and nurtured all the way to these spectacular flowers, including protection from those pesky ants.

05/10/2026

This year I’ve invested in our soil and our drip irrigation and it’s certainly hurting the bank account with the start up costs. However I must say that I believe the investment will pay off in the long run. These two photos are of the exact same variety of Cornflowers planted at the same time in August. The first photo was taken in early November 2025 and the second photo was taken today, a whole month earlier.

Whilst it’s a combination of things I think it’s safe to say that Muddy Boots Compost has definitely made a huge difference in the flowers this year

05/10/2026

What a difference 6 weeks make. I’ll get to pick the first couple of cornflowers today. My first stems of bouquet dill will be picked next week. And everything I’ve planted is looking relatively healthy 🥰

05/10/2026

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT!!!!!

If you haven't yet registered, or know of someone who would be interested, please tag, share and spread the word.

Little Athletics combine all the best qualities in sports in a fun and inclusive environment. The focus isn't on running the fastest or throwing the furthest but rather trying their best and supporting their friends as they do the same. The smile on their faces when they are told they beat a PB is hard to beat and a free sausage at the end tops off a great night. It's a great way to get kids out and active and learn that the most important thing is positive mindset.

🎉 YOU’VE REGISTERED — WHAT’S NEXT? 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️
Registered for the upcoming season? Here’s your little checklist before we hit the track! 💙💛
📄 NEW MEMBERS — BIRTH CERTIFICATE
If you didn’t upload your child’s birth certificate during registration, please send a copy to our centre email before the season commences:
📧 [email protected]
👕 UNIFORM
Make sure your child has their Little Athletics uniform from last season, or has a new uniform ordered and ready to go!
⏰ NOW… WE WAIT!
Week 1 is coming! 🎉
📅 Monday 12th October
📍 Sacred Heart Primary School, Yarrawonga
⏰ 5pm onwards
For Week 1, we recommend arriving a little early so you have time to:
🏷️ Collect your child’s name patch
👋 Get familiar with the setup
🏃‍♀️ Understand the flow of the night
😊 Settle in and get ready for some fun!
And most importantly… don’t stress! If you’re new, there will be plenty of people around to help you find your way.
We can’t wait to welcome all our returning and new athletes for the 2026/27 season! 💙💛
See you on the track! 🏃‍♀️✨