We have a visit planned to the Shangri Lai Garden, which is the property of Club member Jude Lai, and is located by the Nerang River in Gilston. For many years, Jude organically farmed a 4 ½ hectare property near Beenleigh. When he moved to the Gold Coast, Jude brought with him many of the special exotic trees that he had grown, including a large Shangri Lai tree. (If you have a look at the web-site at http://www.shangrilaigarden.com you will get an idea of the many things that Jude has specialized in.)
The visit to Jude’s property will commence at 9.00 am on Sunday 2nd May, and the directions are listed below. We would suggest you bring some walking shoes or boots, and a hat, as we will be walking around to look at the trees, terraced vegetable gardens and other items of interest.
The address is 620 Gilston Road, Gilston, and (just in case we get lost) Jude’s contact numbers are 0403 772 684 and 5563 0281.
- If you are coming from Mudgeeraba and using Worongary Road, as you reach the junction of Gilston road, turn left of Gilston Rd, towards Hinze Dam.
- Immediately about 20 ft from this Junction, turn right into a small slip road.
- Go along this slip road, on the right, along a barb fence wire.
- There are lots of letter post boxes standing out at this junction entrance.
- My house is about 100 meters down this road on the left with lots of trees/ bushes/bamboos etc.
- You will a see some sheep and a cow in the paddock.
- A little sign with the word “Shangri Lai Garden” is on the gate post.
Regards,
Diane Kelly
GCOG Membership Secretary
