Narelle Collas, Carl Ford, Leanne Lawson, Elizabeth Nash, Glen Banks, Julie Guelfi, Maggie Edmonds and Emma Nash.
Camera IconNarelle Collas, Carl Ford, Leanne Lawson, Elizabeth Nash, Glen Banks, Julie Guelfi, Maggie Edmonds and Emma Nash. Credit: Supplied/Martin Kennealey        d441371

Taking a fresh approach

Lauren PedenWanneroo Times

The community farmer's market, run by Carramar Uniting Church, will be held at the school grounds 8am to noon every Saturday from September 5.

St Stephen's Community Farmer's Market chairwoman Narelle Collas hoped the market would become a place for the community to gather and relax in the northern suburbs.

She said the suburb was on the edge of Perth's food bowl, with many market gardens still in the area.

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"People want to know where their food comes from and a farmers market allows them to get to know the local farmers and producers," Ms Collas said.

"(It) will be a market of excellence. We want to showcase the best produce of the area.

"Local artisans who make their own products are encouraged to have stalls. The business students from St Stephen's School are developing stalls as well."

She said they were looking for "home-grown" performers who would like to apply to busk.

"Food stalls will be available so that people can meet up with their friends or family for a scrummy breakfast, brunch or lunch," Ms Collas said. "The church will be providing free activities for families and children, which focus on using recyclable materials.

"We would be interested to hear from groups who are promoting sustainable and environmental education, as this is a focus of our market."

For details or to get involved, call 0449 791 816 or email info@ sscfarmersmarket.org.au.