To honour the life of Lynette Holdsworth OAM, Melton council will develop a policy outlining memorial recognition for community members in order to place a memorial at Toolern Creek Regional Park.
During her life, Ms Holdsworth was responsible for the planting of thousands of trees at Toolern Creek and revitalising the area over two decades.
Pinkerton Landcare and Environment Group president Daryl Akers, who worked with Ms Holdsworth in the Friends of Toolern Creek, said she had a big impact on Melton.
“She used to drive across the freeway and it stuck out like a sore thumb – the creekside became a defacto rubbish dump which wasn’t pleasant as the first thing you’d see coming into Melton,” he said.
“Lynn decided to do something about it… It’s vastly different now, it’s a beautiful park and also acts as a wildlife corridor.
“She had a very powerful social conscience… She said anything can be done, bit by bit, find your niche – never be afraid.
“We’re all very grateful, and we’ll miss her greatly.”
Ms Holdworth’s daughter, Simone Holdsworth, said she would love to see the area renamed after her mother.
“Mum I loved you so very much, the tens of thousands of trees you planted will serve as a monument to your amazing life,” she said.
Rachelle Holdsworth said her nan was the most kind and loving person.
“You were always looking for ways to improve the Melton community and your hard work, passion and dedication to looking after the Toolern Creek and helping to plant thousands of trees was a magnificent accomplishment,” she said.
“You will always be in my heart.”
Lynette Holdsworth died on July 19, 2023, aged 80.
