After a year long hiatus forced on them by Covid-19, Liverpool’s bush volunteers are back with a bang.
There are 10 environment volunteer groups working on bush regeneration sites across Liverpool, including a new group at Tucker Road, Casula.
But they could always do with more hands on deck to keep fighting the good fight on bush regeneration.
That’s why Liverpool City Council has put out out a call for students, schools, community groups and anyone passionate about the natural environment, to join the environment volunteer program.
“Our environment volunteer groups are very much appreciated. In normal circumstances they get together once every month and spend a couple of hours restoring bushland by planting native trees and shrubs, weeding and litter removal,” says Liverpool mayor Wendy Waller said.
“You don’t have to be a green thumb to help protect our natural environment or biodiversity. All you need is enthusiasm for improving the local area.
“Environmental volunteering is a great way to get outdoors, meet new people, keep mentally and physically fit and do something positive for the environment and our community.
“All equipment and training are provided. We just need more hands on deck,” Cr Waller said.
Other activities that volunteers can be involved in include water testing, bird watching and nature photography.
Council’s environment volunteer groups adhere to NSW Health Covid-19 guidelines.
The environment groups meet once a month at Collimore Park, Cessna Reserve, Middleton Grange, Amalfi Park, Lurnea, Clinches Pond, Weaving Garden, Casula, Voyager Park, Elouera Bushland Reserve, Chauvel Park, Chipping Norton, Tucker Road Reserve, Casula and Light Horse Park.
For more information on how to get involved contact the environment restoration plan team on 8711 7410 or email: erp@liverpool.nsw.gov.au
