Hundreds get hands dirty on National Tree Day

HUNDREDS of local residents turned out to get their hands dirty for National Tree Day, planting more than 3,000 trees at a City of Greater Geelong-run event in Lara.

Deputy Mayor Anthony Aitken and Windermere Ward councillor thanked the city’s staff members and community, with a special mention to BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha Hindu Geelong.

Cr Aitken said the National Tree Day event, attended by 350 local residents, was a remarkable success.

“The united effort of people from diverse backgrounds coming together to plant trees was truly heart-warming and reinforces our belief in a brighter and greener future for our region,” Cr Aitken said.

“From families with young children to retirees, people from all walks of life got their hands dirty while planting trees, united by a common goal to enhance the local environment and leave a lasting positive impact in Lara.”

The event at Lara’s Lavender Reserve was facilitated by National Tree Day co-ordinators Planet Ark, Blood Toyota, the Lions Club of South Barwon and Lions Breakfast Club Drinks, dedicated volunteers and city staff members.

Geelong mayor Trent Sullivan said National Tree Day is more than just an annual event.

“We need to use this as an opportunity to prioritise sustainable living and the shared responsibility we have in preserving our environment.”

For more information about National Tree Day, head to treeday.planetark.org