Time to pick up your tree

ONEFORTYONE’S annual Christmas tree giveaway has returned, giving locals the chance to take home a real tree to decorate this holiday season.

The event is becoming a local custom, and this year will be held on the 11th and 12th of December.

OneFortyOne Estate Manager Marcel Griffiths said the giveaway was a way to bring people together and spread some cheer leading into the holidays.

“We know that this time of the year can be a struggle for many people,” Marcel said.

“So, we hope that by providing free trees we can inspire some cheer and maybe spark fond memories of the fresh pine scent that makes Christmas in the region so special.”

The giveaway has proven popular in the community each year, offering hundreds of trees for people to choose from and bring home.

“The trees we give away are special,” Marcel said.

“They’ve sprouted in curious places throughout the forest, and while they won’t bring joy as structural timber, their true calling is to bring people joy as unique Christmas trees.”

Trees will be available from the Glencoe Nursery, OneFortyOne depots in Nangwarry and Mount Burr, and Blue Lake Sports Park in Mount Gambier.

“When it’s time to pack up your tree after the holidays, make sure to break it up into smaller pieces and dispose of it in your greenwaste bin,” Marcel said.

Safety is a top priority during the Christmas tree giveaway.

Please follow all safety signage at the pickup locations and ensure your tree is securely fastened for the journey home.

Event Details:

Dates: 11th and 12th December 2025

Time: 8:30am– 5pm

Locations:

Glencoe Nursery, Mile Hill Road, Glencoe

Blue Lake Sports Park, Jubilee Highway East, Mount Gambier

Nangwarry Depot, Riddoch Highway, Nangwarry

Mount Burr Depot, Mount Burr Road, Mount Burr

IMAGE: Festive foresters, Marchy, Jake, and Robyn.