Melton council and Planet Ark are inviting residents to dig in and do something good for nature and their community as part of National Tree Day 2023.
Schools Tree Day and National Tree Day are Australia’s largest annual tree-planting and nature care events, with plantings taking place across the country on the last weekend of July.
Melton council’s tree planting will take place at Botanica Springs Children’s and Community centre on Saturday, July 29 from 1pm to 4pm.
Council is inviting residents to help plant some trees and shrubs in the communities backyard, then relax in the community space and participate in a sustainable craft activity and enjoy a bite to eat.
Free barbeque and drinks will be provided to participants, all materials are provided but wearing gardening clothes and shoes is encouraged.
Planet Ark chief executive Rebecca Gilling said Planet Ark research shows the many benefits that time outdoors in nature has for health, the liveability of communities and the robustness of local ecosystems.
“With the simple action of planting a tree you can help cool the climate, provide homes for native wildlife and make your local community a happier and healthier place to live,” she said.
Melton mayor Lara Carli said in a changing climate, council is making greening Melton a priority.
“We’re working to protect and enhance our natural environment – its grasslands, forests, waterways, flora and fauna – for future generations. Planting native trees is an important part of that mission,” she said.
“Put on some boots and yard clothes and join us to help plant some trees and shrubs in our backyard.”
Details: www.melton.vic.gov.au/Out-n-About/Events-Activities/National-Tree-Day-Community-planting
