Roots and Shoots LIVE from the Plant Swap '26 at Perth City Farm

Roots and Shoots by Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Aug 29, 20260:53:33Games & Hobbies

Amid the cutthroat swapping of plants, Sab and Christine take questions from the audience. Plus, a surprise cameo from ABC News Breakfast weather presenter Nate Byrne!

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