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- [What's a happening at the Garden's?](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/a-blog-from-the-gardens/) - - Mara Ponds - Tasmania - Branxholm - Derby - Ringarooma - Winneleah - Accommodation - Rental
- [Peking Over the Plants](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2026/08/06/peking-over-the-plants/) - Gazebo in Progress at great risk to OHSM. Or is it WHSM? Ah Soh! We have been assured by the Chief Bellringer of Anarchic Indocrinations that No Ah Soh, Ah Soh's constipated brother, was not a slave on this fabrication. As such the current tariff on exports from the State of Rebellion to USA are
- [Mara Creek Waters Run Deep](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2026/06/04/1261/) - The official resident cartographer of the State of Rebellion was pleased. His edit of Google Maps on the location of Mara Creek had been wildly successful: However there was a problem. Where was the creek? Zooming out revealed the dashed blue line that indicated the permanent stream was not permanent and that the problem of
- [How to Wash the Dishes](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2026/05/25/how-to-wash-the-dishes/) - There is a perturbing ignorance in some reactions to Dorset Council rejecting the installation of a free dishwashing machine at Branxholm Recreation Ground. It isn’t just the councillor who rejected the proposal for a dishwasher at the Branxholm Recreation Ground with the suggestion that a two drawer dishwasher is a superior solution, because they feared
- [The Revenge of the Post](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2026/05/18/the-revenge-of-the-post/) - Why should Australia Post care when they were assured victory over the needs of Branxholm residents? The big day came without Australia Post placing a clear marker of where the cluster of mail boxes should be located. However the microwave impersonating a mail box that had been erected at the property boundary for 1575 Warrentinna
- [The Postal Face Off](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2026/04/21/the-postal-face-off/) - Australia Post threw down the gauntlet and announced a meeting which they insisted was arranged for 12:00pm. A meeting to discuss letterbox placements. Not to assess the delivery to Warrentinna Road. Not to address the Branxholm Issue. It was as clear as mud. Sophie from Launceston may or may not have transformed into Stacey from
- [The Missed Delivery of the Mystery](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2026/04/15/the-missed-delivery-of-the-mystery/) - The Mystery of the debacle plunged further into the murky depths when there was a call from an unknown number. Probably more of the usual spam it was ignored, but they left a voice message. The message was retrieved with the anticipation of the sound of someone hanging up or the discordant ching chong of
- [Posting a Clarification](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2026/04/09/posting-a-clarification/) - After the Easter weekend, true to form Australia Post counter proposed meeting times. The same unsuitable time on different days, designed to create another irrelevant back and forth commenced via the intermediary Contact Centre without knowing whom the meeting would be with or what was on their agenda. Then a notice came from Australia Post;
- [The Tentacles Tentatively Extend](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2026/04/06/the-tentacles-tentatively-extend/) - Finally, the official refusal was provided by Australia Post. Rather than answer questions, the pretext was that Australia Post had corrected unspecified problems with internal management had been addressed and so the new delivery regimen was perfectly clear. The rejection of the request allowed a complaint to be raised with the Commonwealth Ombudsman, but whether
- [Deaf as a Post](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2026/03/29/deaf-as-a-post/) - As the performance of Australia Post to date was lacking the urgency necessary to address the threat of the Stoke Street mail boxes disappearing in a puff of insanity, e-missiles were fired at the responsible ministers. To ensure total transparency of accountability the responsibility for Australia Post is shared between two portfolios, Finance and Communications.
- [Another Surprise Delivery!](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2026/03/19/another-surprise-delivery/) - Finally the Launceston Delivery Centre, as the allegedly responsible entity, deemed it appropriate to clarify the situation by stuffing a notice in the Gardener’s Cottage condemned mailing box on Stoke Street. In their transparent tradition of upholding honesty and integrity in their impeccable service to the community the letter commences with a blatantly faux introduction.
- [The Non Delivery Revealed](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2026/03/10/the-non-delivery-revealed/) - After the posting the original story, Australia Post Delivers, alerting Ringarooma Out and About and Australia Post the mailing mystery has only deepened. The situation, clear as mud, has been confirmed by Australia Post to be clearly murky as part of their obligation to provide a letter service reasonably accessible to all Australians on an
- [Australia Post Delivers](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2026/02/26/australia-post-delivers/) - In a deft move to demonstrate their complete unwavering devotion to serving the community Australia Post notified all the unaffected customers in the town of Branxholm of their intention to make changes to a service that does not affect them. The postal boxes on Stoke Street will be removed to prevent vandalism. We are assured
- [A Respective for Black Louey](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2026/02/01/a-respective-for-black-louey/) - A collection of recollections of Black Louey. The discoverer of Warrentinna gold.
- [Finally the Raspberries have Arrived!](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2025/12/24/finally-the-raspberries-have-arrived/) - A very late season has been provided by the collapse of the Antarctic vortex, but despite the cold and the wind the little red delicacies have arrived in time for Christmas. Interested? Ask Michelle and have a happy holidaze celebrating the whatever makes you happy.
- [Why there are few Branxholm accommodations on Tripadvisor](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2025/11/28/why-there-are-few-branxholm-accommodations-on-tripadvisor/) - Advice on looking for Gardener's Cottage accommodation in Branxholm
- [Was Anybody Listening?](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2025/11/12/was-anybody-listening/) - A soft sound rippled out of the neighbouring forest. Another tree sliding to the floor as it succumbed to the circus of life. It was of no particular consequence. A few days later we investigated by taking a stroll along the trail deep into the darkly wooded forest. What was found was a very large
- [A New Greenhouse](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2025/07/10/a-new-greenhouse/) - Fork me with a tadpole! I thought that the self-assemble of Ikea was bad, but this was a nightmare! I selected this cheap greenhouse, because I couldn’t buy the materials for the price. It is half the price of other kits, and I thought I could adapt it to our needs. That is replace my
- [Saffron](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2025/04/13/saffron/)
- [Watching the Honey Flow](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2025/02/23/watching-the-honey-flow/) - See Market Garden Produce if any is available. Tad, the gardener, was stung by an ungrateful bee that stowed away on his protective suit. Sinisterly lurking and awaiting the moment when Tad revealed the appropriate portion of nakedness to extract a tribute of red swollen flesh for the theft of sweetness.
- [A Devilish Visitor](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2025/01/13/a-devilish-visitor/) - Last night we had an unfortunate visit from the notorious Tasmanian Devil. Unfortunately it was severely disfigured by the facial tumor and probably not long for this world as. There were a lot of flies attracted to the smell. We reported the incident, but there is little hope, given the extent of the disease. Rather
- [Delicious fresh raspberries have arrived](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/12/12/delicious-fresh-raspberries-have-arrived/) - Yes, it's the season for delicious raspberries at last. They are available at The Gardener's Cottage. At just under 2 kilos I think I need a bigger flowerpot for picking!
- [Where Eagles Dare](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/11/21/where-eagles-dare/) - A sea eagle was seen in the gardens eating the remains of a possum that had failed its swimming lesson. Whilst trying to take a photo a wedge tailed eagle chased it off. However the wedgie didn't get the meal, because its partner was distressed. The ravens were attacking and off they flew.
- [Flying Mouse](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/09/29/flying-mouse/)
- [Frosty Time](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/07/02/frosty-time/) - Winter has come.
- [We are Now a Gated Community!](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/04/14/we-are-now-a-gated-community/) - It will take some time to establish the appropriate plants, but there is now be a formal entrance to the forest for the brave at heart.
- [Spotted a Quoll](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/03/29/spotted-a-quoll/) - It wasn't an Easter Bilby. It was a spotted quoll curiously tempted by the lack of bait in the rabbit trap. Bravely the chickens and guinea fowl teased and taunted from the other side of the wire. The quoll was released. Safely far from the viscious fowl and it skipped like a squirrel in the Spotted a Quoll
- [The Scratchling](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2023/11/30/the-scratchling/) - the platypus was spotted having a scratch at the dam on the property boundary.
- [Amazing Blueberries](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2023/07/07/amazing-blueberries-2/) - Blueberries planted to make a mini-maze: 20 Northland 10 Brigitta 20 Denise
- [Let the Bletting Begin](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2023/05/15/let-the-bletting-begin/) - What to do with medlars?
- [Lovely Paradise](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/01/01/lovely-paradise/) - Anne, David, Andrea, Dale
- [Beautiful](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/01/01/beautiful/) - Shae and Fred
- [Loved your cosy cottage](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/01/01/loved-your-cosy-cottage/) - Julie and Arthur
- [Lovely Cottage](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/01/01/lovely-cottage/) - Diana and Andrew
- [Yay for the Platypus!](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/01/01/yay-for-the-platypus/) - M C G L
- [Beautiful Peaceful Spot](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/01/02/beautiful-peaceful-spot/)
- [Tranquil Spot](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/02/02/tranquil-spot/) - Jill Sarah and Renfrey.
- [Wish We had More Time](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/09/01/wish-we-had-more-time/) - Anne, David, Andrea and Dale
- [Just Like Home](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/09/02/just-like-home/) - Shem and Caelia
- [What a Place!](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/11/06/what-a-place/) - Jim, Ver and Jeri
- [Love the Fire Pit](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/11/25/love-the-fire-pit/) - Patrice
- [Watering the Wheel](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2025/10/06/watering-the-wheel/) - Garden feature in progress
- [Yellow Fever](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2025/09/04/yellow-fever/) - Spring has sprung with the advent of The Yellowing. Everywhere and everything is irradiated. The slime of wattle pollen is everywhere forming intriguing trails of bizarrely bright yellow on the ground as puddles dry out. The surface of the dam features concentric circlets of the fine flotsam like the growth rings of the trees. Perhaps
- [More Fruit Trees](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2025/07/23/more-fruit-trees/) - Apricot Moorpark Nectarine Artic Rose Peach Red Haven Pear Doyen du Comice (Best on Market) Nashi Pear Nijisseiki Grape Crimson Seedless
- [Planted](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2022/07/22/planted/)
- [Revaluation of the Dudd](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2025/06/23/revaluation-of-the-dudd/) - In a shocking move that shattered world currency markets the Most Exalted Plenipotentiary and Chief Bellringer of Anarchic Indoctrination announced the revaluation of the Dudd as of 21 June in the fourth year, Rebel Standard Time. “The recent turmoil of recent times in the international marketplace of our international counterparties has forced this minor adjustment.
- [Declaration of Rebellion](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2022/11/13/declaration-of-rebellion/) - On this day, 13 November 2022, on the site of the Rebel Gold Mine in the Warrentinna Goldfields, we, the persons who are privileged to occupy these verdant lands, unanimously declare the intention of a State of Rebellion. The State of Rebellion is a free association anarchist collective of founding members in which a person
- [Happy Festiv Us](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/12/23/happy-festiv-us/)
- [Astronomical Mecca](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/04/12/astronomical-mecca/) - Thank-you both so much for your hospitality. Hugh and I both thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Gardener's Cottage. Hugh commented that the bed is better than the one we have at home and we both slept well, possibly due to the lack of noise and light. The work that you have done to the
- [So Special](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/01/01/so-special/) - Fred
- [Walnuts](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2021/06/24/walnuts/) - three trees planted
- [Fruit Trees](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2021/08/11/fruit-trees/) - ápricot: brillianz berry: boysenberry cherry: simone Cider apple: Yarlington Mill (5) Eating apple: huonville crab Grape: pinot noir (3) Hazelnut: Cosford, Lewis, Barcelona, American White (2) Pear: beurre hardy, Perry pear: yellow huffcap (2) Pepperberry
- [More Trees](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2021/08/21/more-trees/) - Nuts almond – allinone Berries magnus black currant (2) kiwi fruit female & male Cider Apple Frequin Rouge De Boutteville Improved Foxwhelp cooking apple bramleys seedling eating apple court of wick coxs orange pippin Claville Blanc D’hiver Stonefruit Japanese plum santa rosa nectarine flavourtop peach anzac perry pear gin
- [The Buzz](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2021/12/04/the-buzz/) - Two hives of little pollinators installed
- [A Beard from the Past](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2022/02/28/a-beard-from-the-past/) - Today, a wild man appeared from the mists to announce that he had resided as member of the two beards and a bush who built the original mudbrick buildings. He reminisced on the joy of inhabiting the hut that now resides on the neighbouring property. The choice of freezing cold versus suffocating as the nuturing
- [Tomatoes](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2022/10/13/tomatoes/) - A quick visit to the Heirloom Tomato Festival at the Hobart Botanic Gardens procured: Blue Gold Yellow Currant Tigeralla Dwarf Summer Sunrise Tasmanian Chocolate Jaune Flame Cosmic Purple Early Cascade Yum! We can’t wait. Also bought some Telopea, Fagus and Westringia for the gardens.
- [Raising a Tori](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2022/11/25/amazing-blueberries/) - A Tori Gate has been erected at the entrance to the sacred badmington space.
- [The Wolf Pack Cometh](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2023/06/03/the-wolf-pack-cometh/) - The Currawongs gather for their wintry solace in numbers. At the Ponds the commotion may number thirty or more. Often seen in the fields but coming in when they deem necessary. The persimmon trees were abundant this year. I saw a dozen of the black birds and quickly rescued those that seemed on the verge
- [Great Stay!](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/01/01/great-stay/) - Abbey, Ben
- [Wonderful Stay](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/2024/01/02/wonderful-stay/) - Elly and Shane

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- [The Gardener's Cottage on Warrentinna](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/) - Stay in self-contained two-bedroom accommodation and explore the Mara Ponds Gardens near Branxholm restaurants and Derby MTB in Tasmania;s North East
- [The Warrentinna Waffler](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/the-branxholm-flyer/) - Local news - Events - Mara Ponds - Tasmania - Branxholm - Derby - Ringarooma - Winneleah - Accommodation #separator_saRental
- [The Mysterious Mystery of the Branxholm Postal Service](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/the-branxholm-flyer/the-mysterious-mystery-of-the-branxholm-postal-service/) - Episode 1: Australia Post Delivers Phase 2: The Non Delivery Explained Chapter 3: Australia Post Delivers Again Stage 4: Deaf as a Post Episode 5: The Tentacles Tentatively Extend Section 6: A Posted Clarification Chapter 7:The Missed Delivery of the Mystery Episode 8: The Postal Face Off Phase 9: The Revenge of the Post
- [The Gardener’s Cottage lists on Tripadvisor!](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/the-branxholm-flyer/the-gardeners-cottage-lists-on-tripadvisor/) - Once again, the Gardener’s Cottage lists on Tripadvisor! Listing on Tripadvisor has a checquered history Firstly they were run by Tripadvisor. The Cottage complied and publicised some fantastic deals available via our own website. However Tripadvisor decided to suppress their advice in preference to showing Booking-com listings. The Cottage is listed on Booking.com, but did
- [Warrentinna Goldfield](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/attractions/warrentinna-goldfield/) - Gold Mine - Warrentinna - Golden Mara Ponds - Rebel Pearce's - Black Louey - Branxholm - Derby - Ringarooma - Winneleah - Accommodation - Rental
- [Walks from the Gardens](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/attractions/walks-from-the-gardens/) - These walks do utilise Warrentinna and Walkers Roads which may be unpleasant if there is logging activity in the area. Especially the Big Loop which follows Walkers Road for a distance. 1. Black Louey’s Amble Start at the creek crossing in the Gardens and walk up towards the big gum tree. Black Louey is rumoured
- [Explore Unique Attractions at the Cottage](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/attractions/) - bushwalking - Branxholm Attractions - mountain bike - gardens - wildlife - astronomy - holiday - Branxholm - Derby - Warrentinna - Accommodation Rental
- [Black Louis](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/attractions/warrentinna-goldfield/black-louis/) - A Tribute to the Incredible Life of Service to the Public of Warrentinna Black Louie is the man. He is credited with discovering the Warrentinna Goldfield. The historical records show he uncovered the existence of some previously undiscovered gold at the location of Pearce’s reef. Although it is unclear, due to his modesty, why the
- [Accommodation at the Cottage](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/the-cottage/) - Accommodation at the Cottage - Kitchen- TV - Free WiFi - self-contained - farm - Branxholm - Derby - Scottsdale - Tasmania - gardens - firepit - internet
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- [Insurrection Support](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/contact/insurrection-support/) - Contact the Chief Bellringer of Anarchic Indoctrination if you are confused as to the meaning and purpose: - Branxholm - Derby - Ringarooma - Winneleah - Accommodation - Rental
- [Direct Booking Rates](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/the-cottage/direct-booking-rates/) - Book accommodation direct to save fees when you stay at the self-contained Gardener's Cottage located in beautiful Mara Ponds gardens near Branxholm and Derby
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- [What's New at the Gardens](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/whats-new-at-the-gardens/)
- [Subscription Request for Posts](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/subscription-request/) - Due to the cheap and parsimonious nature of the State of Rebellion, subscription is not an automated process, and neither is the sending of emails. Please bear with us for any problems that may be incurred as these are more likely due to human error rather than the errors caused by the integration of multiple
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- [The Overflow](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/the-cottage/the-overflow/) - Overflow Accommodation mud-brick self-contained studio fully equipped kitchen free wifi linen towels toiletries
- [Warrentinna Market Garden](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/the-gardens-at-mara-ponds/warrentinna-market-garden/) - Warrentinna Market Garden buy fresh and preserved produce. Berries, fruits and vegetables
- [State of Rebellion](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/state-of-rebellion/) - State of Rebellion tax- alien- citizen- anarchist - microstate- Mara Ponds - Tasmania - Branxholm - Derby - Ringarooma - Winneleah - Accommodation - Rental
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- [Participate in events, tour the region, hire transport](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/attractions/out/) - Out and About Participate in events, tour the region, hire transport Branxholm - Derby - Ringarooma - Winneleah - Accommodation - Rental
- [and imbibe the nourishing food and drink](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/attractions/and/) - Out and About Don't forget to imbibe the nourishing food and drink Branxholm - Derby - Ringarooma - Winneleah - Accommodation - Rental
- [Information About Attractions on your journey through this unique destination](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/attractions/about/) - Out and About Information about Attractions on your journey through this unique destination - Branxholm - Derby - Ringarooma - Winneleah - Accommodation - Rental
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- [Mara Ponds at Night](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/mara-at-night/) - Mara Ponds - Night Sky- Stars - Aurora - astronomy - Tasmania - Branxholm - Derby - Ringarooma - Winneleah - Accommodation - Rental
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- [The Gardens at Mara Ponds](https://www.thegardenerscottage.online/the-gardens-at-mara-ponds/) - The Gardens at Mara Ponds - bird watching - platypus - black yellow-tailed cockatoos - plants - echidna - wombat - sculpture

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