Sunday, July 27 is National Tree Day and, appropriately, a tree planting event is being held in Maribyrnong to mark the occasion.
Running from 9am to 1.30pm, the event will be held in Pipemakers Park alongside with Maribyrnong River, with 4,000 native ground covers and shrubs expected to be planted in an effort to increase habitat for wildlife.
Maribyrnong mayor Pradeep Tiwari said National Tree Day was a great opportunity for local residents to get their hands dirty and meet people while making a positive difference.
“We are committed to increasing the tree canopy within the City of Maribyrnong, and this planting day is the perfect opportunity for our community to come together to support and enhance our local biodiversity,” Cr Tiwari said.
Alongside increasing tree cover, revegetation along waterways is a key part of council’s Urban Forest Strategy.
It’s hoped planting shrubs along the Maribyrnong River will help prevent future bank erosion and shade the water to maintain better temperatures for local wildlife.
“Maribyrnong’s trees and vegetation – our urban forest – play such an important role in the overall health and liveability of our city,” Cr Tiwari said.
All are welcome to come and participate in the tree planting day, with a free coffee and a BBQ lunch on offer for those who do.
There will also be free face painting for children and a wildlife show where residents can learn about the animals that call Pipemakers Park and other reserves around Maribyrnong home.
