Get planting for National Tree Day

Liverpool residents can leave a living mark on their city by planting a tree for National Tree Day this Sunday, 28 July.

All residents are welcome to join in this year’s National Tree Day event which will be held at Brownes Farm Reserve at First Avenue, Hoxton Park, from 9am to 12pm.

Council will provide plants, tools and a free barbecue lunch for all participants. Volunteers will learn more about native animals through an interactive wildlife display while children can enjoy face painting.

“National Tree Day is a highlight of Council’s year,” Mayor Wendy Waller said. “It’s always such a joy to see families and neighbours coming together, having fun and leaving a lasting gift for the whole community.

“Our bushland is so precious and Council has put a lot of work into regenerating it throughout the LGA. Our work at Brownes Farm Reserve has already led to significant native planting and we’re looking forward to growing on that this National Tree Day.”

The planting area is close to Cabramatta Creek and provides an important habitat for native animals.

More than 25 million trees have been planted across Australia since National Tree Day began in 1996 and this year’s event promises to be the biggest yet.

Anyone keen to get involved can RSVP by going to treeday.planetark.org/site/10020955 or just turn up on the day.

Participants should wear enclosed shoes, a hat, sunscreen and bring gardening gloves if they have them.