National Tree Day @ Inverloch, Kardella, Meeinyen & Wonthaggi

When: Sunday 28th July 2024 (last Sunday in July each year)

Where: Find a tree planting site near you treeday.planetark.org/find-a-site

Established in 1996, Planet Ark’s National Tree Day has grown into Australia’s largest community tree planting and nature care event. The program is a call to action for all Australians to get their hands dirty and give back to their community.   
 
Each year, around 300,000 people volunteer their time to engage in environmental activities that educate Australians about the world around them.

While every day can be Tree Day, we dedicate celebration of Schools Tree Day and National Tree Day to the last Friday and last Sunday in July.   

Local events:

South Gippsland Conservation Society @ Inverloch & Wonthaggi

When: Sunday 28th July. 10am to 12 noon & 12:30 to 3:30pm

The day starts with planting to support remnant vegetation at Thompson Reserve, Inverloch. Work then continues at the Carney’s Rd, Wonthaggi site nurturing the trees planted there previously, including removing tree guards.

Phase #1 – Thompson Reserve, Inverloch

What: Meet at SGCS shed. Park near cricket nets off Cuttriss St. Planting sites include Thompson Reserve, Beacon Court, Wallace Ave. Please bring gloves, water and hat. Tools provided.
When: Sunday 28th July. 10am to 12 noon
Where: Thompson Reserve, Inverloch 3996

Phase #2 – Carney’s Road, Wonthaggi including BBQ lunch

What: Remove tree guards & maintenance on plants that were planted a few years back. Bring solid footwear, gloves, water, hat, cup and a hammer if you have one.
When: Sunday 28th July. 12:30 to 3:30pm
Where: Carneys Rd Bushland Reserve, opposite 37 Carneys Road, Wonthaggi 3995
Extras: BBQ Lunch– Volunteer sausage sizzle hosted by Wonthaggi Rotary from 12:30-1:15pm. Afternoon tea: BYO Cup
RSVP: lindalea3996@gmail.com

This 11 hectare site is currently being rehabilitated. It looks fantastic and will be of immense biodiversity value to Wonthaggi as it continues to mature.

Google Maps link…

Landcare Pedal & Plant @ Kardella

South Gippsland Landcare Network, Arawata Landcare Group and South Gippsland Shire Council invite you to our annual Pedal & Plant community planting day. Cycle or walk the rail trail from Ruby or Korumburra and stop at Kardella siding where we will plant 2000 seedlings to celebrate National Tree Day! Pedal & Plant is an annual event that promotes mental health by encouraging people to get outdoors and enjoy the Great Southern Rail Trail. We encourage people to ride to the event with their family and friends, plant some trees adjacent to the rail trail and enjoy a BBQ and refreshments before riding back home.

When: Sunday 28th July. 10am to 1pm

Where: Kardella Siding, Kardella Road, Kardella 3951

Information website: treeday.planetark.org/site/10029503

Nerrena Tarwin Valley Landcare Group @ Meeinyen

This tree planting will restore the bush where weed control activities have previously taken place. Come along and help us restore a lovely piece of community infrastructure, learn about our project, help plant some trees and have fun with a great group of volunteers. Please bring along gardening gloves, digging tools if you have them and dress appropriately for work in bushland and the weather.

When: Sunday 28th July. 6 to 8am

Where: Tompkins Road, Meeinyan 3954

Information website: treeday.planetark.org/site/10029181