100,000 trees by 2030: Council’s promise to Fraser Coast

Fraser Coast Regional Council is looking for volunteers to get their hands dirty and plant trees for National Tree Day on July 30.

Fraser Coast Regional Council is looking for volunteers to get their hands dirty and plant trees for National Tree Day on July 30, as part of its initiative to plant 100,000 trees by 2030.

Fraser Coast Regional Council is looking for volunteers to get their hands dirty and plant trees for National Tree Day on July 30, as part of its initiative to plant 100,000 trees by 2030.

Councillor Daniel Sanderson said National Tree Day had grown into the largest community tree-planting and nature care event in Australia.

“This year’s council coordinated event will be held from 8-11am on the vacant block near the corner of Central Road and Gympie Road in Tinana,” he said.

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“The aim of the event is to encourage the community to actively learn about, and participate in, the protection of the local environment.

The site chosen this year is semi-cleared and is an ideal location for revegetation, particularly with koala habitat nearby.”

Mr Sanderson said all plants used on the day would be local native species.

“Those attending should wear hats and sturdy shoes, with all planting equipment to be provided,” he said.

All ages are welcome to the tree planting event in Tinana on National Tree Day, Sunday July 30.

Councillor Paul Truscott said the council was already “well over halfway” to its 100,000 goal.

“Trees have been planted across the region, within road verges, drainage lines, parkland areas, water reuse plantations and community revegetation sites,” he said.

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“A key focus area for council under our new corporate plan is to ensure we are a resilient and environmentally responsible region,“ Mr Truscott said.

“Planting 100,000 trees will provide environmental benefits and make the Fraser Coast a more attractive place to live and visit.”