23 August 2025 – Talk: Gardens That Grow People: The Power of Community Gardening

Leonie Shanahan – keynote speaker at Queensland Community Gardens Gathering

With decades of hands-on experience, Leonie Shanahan brings a wealth of knowledge, practical tips, and inspiring stories to every talk. Best known as the founder of the Edible School Gardens program (2004), Leonie has also played a key role in setting up two public community gardens, three in social housing complexes, and one at a mental health facility—each uniquely shaped by the needs of its community.

At this Gathering, Leonie will share her extensive experience in creating thriving community gardens—what to prioritise, what really works, and the beautiful, unexpected moments that grow along the way.

She is also the author of Eat Your Garden: Organic Gardening for Home and School, and producer of the Edible School Gardens DVD.