In 2024 our kindergarten community was engaged in the process of reinvigorating our outdoor play space. This included the introduction of natural wild spaces and the re-planning, building, planting and celebrating our edible garden beds. This garden is known as ‘Dot’s Patch’ in recognition of Mrs Dorothy Howard, the local parent who in the early 1950’s recognised a need for a community kindergarten and set about the task of fundraising to build Auburn South Preschool. Through Dot’s Patch the children learn about our environment and sustainability.