Get involved in greening the Fraser Coast
Fraser Coast residents are being encouraged to roll up their sleeves and help grow a greener future, with three free community tree planting events planned over the coming months.
To mark Volunteer Week (17 May), World Environment Day (8 June) and National Tree Day (26 July), Fraser Coast Regional Council is hosting a series of planting days across the region as part of its goal to plant 100,000 trees by 2030.
Each event will run from 8am to 10am and include tree planting and a free BBQ breakfast.
Mayor George Seymour said the events were a great way for residents to give back to the environment and the community.
“Planting trees is one of the simplest and most effective ways we can enhance our natural environment and create greener, healthier spaces for everyone,” he said.
“These events are also about community – they bring people together to enjoy the outdoors, discover what makes our natural areas special, and make a lasting contribution to the places we love.”
Environment spokesperson Cr Zane O’Keefe said the events would suit all ages and were designed to be fun and educational.
“Whether you’re passionate about nature or just want to spend a morning outdoors with your family, these tree planting days are a great opportunity to get involved,” Cr O’Keefe said.
“We’ll supply everything – plants, gloves and tools – and all the planting sites are suitable for kids, so it’s a great way to introduce children to caring for the environment.”
The three events will take place at:
- Saturday 17 May – Volunteer Week
Urban pocket forest planting
North Street, Point Vernon, 8am – 10am
- Sunday 8 June – World Environment Day
Bushland restoration planting
Takura Environmental Reserve, 42 Barnett Road, Takura, 8am – 10am - Saturday 26 July – National Tree Day
Bushland restoration planting
Possum Park, 87 Pacific Drive, Booral, 8am – 10am
Cr O’Keefe said the tree planting events also helped shine a light on the fantastic work of local volunteer groups supported through Council’s Community Environment Program.
“These groups play a vital role in protecting and restoring our natural environment, and we hope more people will be inspired to join them after participating in these events,” he said.
Participants are asked to wear a hat, sunscreen, enclosed shoes and to pre-register online. For more information or to register, visit https://www.frasercoast.qld.gov.au/whats-on-environment