Jen

Presenter

Jen is a home cook, homesteader, permaculturelist and a member of Permaculture Central Coast who loves to share her recipes from garden to plate on her facebook blog Pickle's Patch.

The Gardening Gang on Coast FM 963

If your perfect Saturday morning involves getting your hands dirty in the garden while grooving to some classic tunes, then The Gardening Gang is your new weekend ritual. Broadcasting every Saturday from 8:00AM to 10:00AM,

The Gardening Gang is the Central Coast's favourite way to kick off the weekend. It's a lively mix of gardening advice, local knowledge, and upbeat Classic Hits from the late 60s,70s and '80s—because who says pruning can't have a soundtrack?

Each week the Gang features a comprehensive Central Coast Local Markets Update - Planting Tips from Tim - Getting your hands Dirty - Central Coast what's on - Weekly Pet Advice - Tips from Handyman Brett - Gardening advice with What's Hot Vicki - and our Gardening Travel spotlight.

Thanks to our vibrant local community, there's always someone interesting dropping in for a chat.

Next On Air

Next On Air Saturday, 4 October 2025, Morning 8:00am until 10:00am

This Week we explore the world of Container Gardening – Big Gardens in Small Spaces. perfect for balconies, courtyards, or anyone short on space.

Our expert guests share advice on choosing the right pots, potting mixes, watering techniques, and even how to cook from your own container harvests. We're joined by Gary, Tim, Jen, Rhiannin, Brett and Vikki. Plus our Garden Travel Spotlight takes us to Edogawa Commemorative Garden, East Gosford – a tranquil Japanese-style garden to explore!.

Recently Played on The Gardening Gang

Kiss This Thing Goodbye by Del Amitri ● All Come Together by Diesel ● Soul Kind Of Feeling by Dynamic Hepnotics ● Use Ta Be My Girl by OJays ● Im Every Woman by Chaka Khan ● Communication by Spandau Ballet ● Shut Down Turn Off by Little River Band ● Guitar Man by Bread.