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Blooming gardens showcased

John and Jill Pye at their property in Castle Donnington. Picture: Sharyn Hatt
Patrick Tucker

VISITORS to Swan Hill’s Open Garden Day last month enjoyed a range of peaceful, well-tended gardens. A highlight of the day was the Castle Donnington property of John and Jill Pye. When they purchased their three-acre block in 2008, it was mostly open lawn. Since then, they’ve transformed it into a thriving, bird-friendly sanctuary. Jill […]

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