On Saturday 13 April, an amazing transformation occurred at Beale Park, Peakhurst (Lorraine St.). Approximately 100 volunteers from joined a community planting event to plant 2,500 native trees and shrubs.
Oatley Flora & Fauna Conservation Society (OFF), Greater Sydney Landcare (GSLC) and Georges River Council commenced planning this project over one year ago. OFF Vice President, Adrian Polhill said, “It was so satisfying to see community and environmentally minded volunteers from within and outside the Georges River area come to together to make a difference to the landscape”. Danielle Packer, GSLC Creating Canopies Project Manager, was very impressed with their efforts and commented, “most of the plants were small flowering trees and shrubs which our native bees and pollinators will love! We also planted large canopy trees to provide more shade for the residents who enjoy this park.”
The majority of the plants were grown by the Menai Wildflower Group, a nursery run by volunteers (including OFF members) on premises provided by Cleanaway.
Thank you to all who took part, including 22 OFF members, Councillors Peter Mahoney and Christina Jamieson, many local residents. A special thank you Matt Allison for all the pre work and hole digging, and to Greater Sydney Landcare for providing a delicious lunch