Our aim is to foster a love for bonsai by uniting individuals passionate about this art form. Established in 1975 by a dedicated group of enthusiasts, our society has flourished into one of the largest clubs in Australia, boasting over 260 members!

Join us on the first Saturday of each month (excluding January and October) at the Hughes Community Centre for our engaging meetings, which include presentations, demonstrations, show-and-tell sessions, practical work, and guidance for beginners. Feel free to bring your bonsai tree along for advice!

Stay updated with our monthly newsletter, Wirrabara, delivered a week before each meeting. It is packed with bonsai news, upcoming events, and insightful articles.

Participate in our hands-on workshops, annual show in September, community programs, bus trips to bonsai nurseries in Sydney, field trips for tree collection adventures, and more!

You can access our extensive bonsai reference library and purchase wire and soil mix components at our meetings. There are often vendors or members selling trees, pots, and other bonsai paraphernalia. Membership fees are $25.00 for singles and $30.00 for families.

Come be a part of our vibrant community dedicated to the art of bonsai! 

Are you considering applying for membership? 

• join the Society using the online membership system

Online membership registration

or

• the MS Word membership application FORM or the PDF FORM
• pay by direct deposit to the account details available on the application form and
• email both the completed application form and receipt to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Once your membership application has been confirmed and you receive access to the members-only area of the website, you can participate in the society online and in person at meetings and workshops.

We offer single and family memberships with a choice of 1, 2, or 3-year memberships.

Family membership generally requires members to live in the same household. However, at the discretion of the CBS President, a family member living in a different household or another individual can be included in a family membership if she/he supports and/or assists a member in attending bonsai meetings and/or developing their bonsai skills.