Planting for a greener future with tree planting events
Fraser Coast residents are encouraged to don gardening gloves and get their hands dirty planting trees at a range of special community events throughout the region from April to July.
Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymour said Council’s Natural Environment team has organised three free community planting events to bring people together and connect with nature.
“Planting trees is good for the environment and good for the community. Trees absorb carbon dioxide and provide oxygen, improve air quality, conserve water, preserve soil, provide shade and support wildlife,” he said.
“Planting trees also helps make the Fraser Coast a more attractive place to live and visit.
“There will be a range of activities at each of the tree planting events, including kid’s activities, guided eco walks and a free BBQ breakfast.”
Cr Paul Truscott said Council had a pivotal role in preserving, protecting, and managing the Fraser Coast’s unique environment.
“Our region has a diverse natural environment with an abundance of native flora and fauna, with events like these community tree plantings helping Council achieve our goal to plant 100,000 trees by 2030,” he said.
“It’s all part of Council’s plan to shape a healthy future for the Fraser Coast and create a destination for future generations to come. It’s all about building better communities together.”
The Community Tree Planting events include:
Saturday April 27 – World Arbour Day, Burton Court, Point Vernon (8am – 11am)
Saturday June 8 – World Environment Day, Swan Drive, Booral (8am – 11am)
Saturday July 27 – National Tree Day, Central Road, Tinana (8am – 11am)
Council will provide trees for planting, tools and gloves.
Please bring comfortable enclosed shoes, a hat, sunscreen and water bottle.
Residents can register for an event by emailing environment@frasercoast.qld.gov.au.
More information about the Point Vernon tree planting event is available on Council’s website at www.frasercoast.qld.gov.au/whats-on-environment.