A wet winter with some October rain has put Lorraine and Barry Young over the moon as they prepare for their annual Amanda’s Garden Fete across October 22-23.
The annual fundraising is in honour of their daughter Amanda, who died suddenly from meningococcal sepsis in 1997.
Since their tragic loss, Barry and Lorraine have worked tirelessly to raise money, and awareness, of meningococcal, establishing the Amanda Young Foundation in 1998 with the aim of reducing deaths in WA from meningococcal disease, and supporting survivors of the disease.
Amanda’s Garden is at the junction of Margaret and Mattison Streets in Southern River, and Barry said this year the highlights of the garden are a mass display of Amanda Roses, multiple varieties of roses, water features including a Monet Bridge and colourful cottage garden plants.
An array of trees, including the spectacular acer negundo’s, jacarandas, magnolias, flame and eucalypts provided a delightful canopy for the garden paths and large variety of cliveas, azaleas, camellia, salvias, Flanders poppies, Louisiana iris, forget me nots and geraniums.
A huge selection of plants and seedlings donated by local nurseries will be available for sale, while a paddy’s market, art display, sausage sizzle and Devonshire teas served in a large delightful natural setting amongst the paper barks with peaceful music will be added attractions.
All money raised will go towards raising awareness of meningococcal disease.
Entry is $5 for adults and free for children.
Head to amandayoungfoundation.org.au for more information.
