Mandurah residents to plant the seed for a greener future

The event is part of a nation-wide campaign to restore Australia’s landscape and reconnect people with nature.

Mandurah’s Marlee Reserve is an important wetland area which hosts one of the few remaining Tuart stands in WA, and provides habitat for protected and endangered species including Black Cockatoos and Phascogales.

As part of the family-friendly event, volunteers will be able to enjoy tree planting, educational activities, plant giveaways, native animals and take a free ride on the Mandurah Fun Train.

Mandurah mayor Marina Vergone said the event was a great chance for the Mandurah community to unite and reconnect with nature while restoring the local environment.

“National Tree Day is an important day for our community to come together and do our part for the future, while enjoying the benefits of reconnecting with nature,” she said.

“Research shows that getting outdoors and into nature has proven health benefits including reduced stress levels, improved concentration and improved human performance and energy.”

National Tree Day was created by Planet Ark in 1996 as the focal point for a nationwide campaign to promote community tree planting, engaging schools, local councils and communities.

Since its first edition in 1996, more than 23 million trees have been planted across the country as part of the event.

This year’s National Tree Planting Event will take place between 9am and 12pm at Marlee Reserve.

For more information on the City’s tree planting program visit the City of Mandurah website. 

In the lead up to National Tree Day event, the City of Mandurah will also hold a series of free community tree planting days across the city, starting at 9am and running until 12pm: