Help plant trees in Tinana for National Tree Day

Fraser Coast residents are being encouraged to help green our community by joining a tree-planting event in Tinana this month for National Tree Day.

Mayor George Seymour said Council’s Natural Environment team was organising a community tree planting event on Central Road in Tinana on Saturday, 27 July from 8am to 11am.

“Planet Ark’s National Tree Day has grown into Australia’s largest community tree planting and nature care event, and Council is pleased to be hosting a Tree Day site in Tinana this year,” he said.

“Planting trees benefits the environment by enhancing air quality and supporting wildlife, and it strengthens community ties.

“Planting trees also helps make the Fraser Coast a more attractive place to live and visit.”

Cr Phil Truscott said green thumbs of all ages were welcome, with the event perfect for families and anyone eager to contribute to a greener Fraser Coast.

“Council will provide local native species of trees for planting, tools, and gloves. Be sure to wear a hat, sunscreen, and enclosed shoes, and please bring a water bottle,” he said.

“Do your bit for the environment and help Council achieve our goal of planting 100,000 trees by 2030 as part of our Greening Fraser Coast Strategy. Together, we can shape a healthy and environmentally responsible future for generations to come on the Fraser Coast.”

The community tree planting event on Central Road in Tinana from 8am to 11am on Saturday 27 July will include a free BBQ breakfast and activities for kids.

Residents are encouraged to pre-register by emailing environment@frasercoast.qld.gov.au or calling Customer Service on 1300 79 49 29.

The tree planting event at Tinana follows successful community tree plantings at Point Vernon in April and Booral in June.

More information about National Tree Day is available at https://treeday.planetark.org/