Challenger is thrilled to enter the second year of our three-year partnership with the prestigious Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show. Renowned as the largest horticultural event in the southern hemisphere, this iconic show welcomes over 100,000 visitors annually to the stunning heritage-listed Carlton Gardens and Royal Exhibition Building.
We’re delighted to support innovation and community engagement, bringing fresh ideas and inspiration to this world-class event.
Challenger Achievable Gardens:
Inspiring sustainable spaces
Designed by Charlie Albone
Challenger is proud to return as the exclusive Presenting Partner of the Achievable Gardens competition, offering students and educational institutions a platform to showcase their design skills and horticultural expertise.
For the second year, acclaimed landscape designer and television personality Charlie Albone will craft the Challenger feature garden. Charlie’s unique design focuses on sustainability, using eco-friendly elements to create outdoor spaces that inspire show visitors with practical ideas to transform their own gardens.
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Charlie Albone
Designer
"I am really excited to once again be working with Challenger to create a really special space at this year’s Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show. The design will complement the amazing work done by the various gardeners creating an achievable garden and will showcase a variety of plants that people can take inspiration from and apply to their own gardens. It will be an immersive experience and one I hope all will take joy from. This garden is designed to educate people on choosing the perfect plants for their homes, cultivating vibrant spaces that maximise their efforts and investments. Sustainability is a key element of this garden with all the materials being recyclable or reusable and nothing will go to waste.”
The Garden Grill, presented by Challenger
Experience The Garden Grill, presented by Challenger, the vibrant outdoor dining hub at the heart of the Show. Located in the picturesque Carlton Gardens, it serves up a curated selection of gourmet BBQ delights in a beautifully inspired and welcoming outdoor space.
Relax and refuel as you soak in the lively Show atmosphere – whether grabbing a quick bite or sharing a leisurely meal with friends, The Garden Grill is the perfect spot to unwind and savour the experience.
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