Kingborough Council’s National Tree Day event returned to Bruny Island on Sunday, 26 July, with more than 1,000 native plants planted by 40 volunteers in a bushland reserve at Apollo Bay.
Acting Mayor Christian Street said the event highlighted the strength of community partnerships and the lasting environmental benefits created through National Tree Day over the years.
“We’re incredibly grateful to the hundreds of community members who have rolled up their sleeves and planted alongside us over the past 20 years,” Cr Street said.
“Across Kingborough, there are now more than 20 National Tree Day sites that have been created through the partnership between Council and our community.
“From Whitewater Creek, planted 18 years ago, to Kettering six years ago and Taroona Park two years ago, these sites are a lasting reminder of what can be achieved when people come together.
“A special thank you to our community partners this year, particularly the Bruny Island Men’s Shed, and congratulations to all the Landcare groups and volunteers who took part in planting events across the municipality on the day.
“These projects deliver benefits that extend well beyond tree planting.
“They enhance community connections, improve habitat for native wildlife and contribute to a stronger sense of place within our municipality.
“Well done to everyone involved, and particularly the Bruny Island Men’s Shed who cooked a barbecue lunch for the hard-working volunteers,” Cr Street said.
The revegetation project will strengthen the health of an important bushland corridor while improving habitat for local wildlife.
