“As active members of Peregian Beach Community Association, we tackle dunal bushland and local parks in a 2km coastal strip, south of Peregian shops.  We’ve been weeding and planting in the area, most Thursday mornings, for 14 years and are thrilled to have the Coolum Community Native Nursery at our doorstep!

​

We’ve enjoyed watching it develop, from its early beginnings, into the thriving business it’s become supported by teams of volunteers, seed collectors & propagators.  With Jake Hazzard at the helm CCNN plays a vital role in providing a great variety of quality natives, harvested from local stock and nurtured in our coastal environment, enabling successful transfers into our coastal bushland and parks.

​

Jake supports our planting programs, recommends suitable species, sources particular requirements, assists with plant ID in the field as well and enhances our knowledge and appreciation of individual species & their habitat.  He co-operates by holding selected stock for our plantathons and encourages members to plant natives in their own gardens and introduce them to their neighbours. We consider Jake and CCNN vital partners, playing integral roles in the success of our programs, both revegetation and rehabilitation.  Jake is an ambassador for  Australian flora and especially, our local indigenous species.  Thank you Jake!”