Harrington Forest, a popular outdoor area and walking trail within the Harrington Grove estate, has just become even better.
Residents from Harrington Grove joined the Waratah Group Services and ADR Management Services teams to plant 200 native trees last weekend.
Knowing that so many trees needed to be planted, groups of families turned out with their gardening gloves and enthusiasm to participate in their own National Tree Day event.
The Forest Redgums and Iron Bark trees were planted in a designated area close to the walking trail in Harrington Forest.
Group members at Harrington grove joined around 300,000 people across Australia who volunteer their time to take part in environmental activities on National Tree Day.
Established in 1996, the day continues to prove popular in schools and communities.
“We were pleased to donate the trees and invite the residents of Harrington Grove to be involved in this activity,’’ said Waratah Group Services CEO Geoff Timpson.
“Having conducted garden maintenance services for the estate since 2021, we know the area well and believe that the new trees will only add to the overall amenity of the estate.
“A planting of this size will beautify the area and contribute to the overall tree canopy, moderating the impact of climate variations.
“It was such a positive activity, with people of all ages interested to know more about the trees and how they could contribute through this lasting community activity,” Mr Timpson said.
Several families worked with the Waratah Group Services and ADR Management Services teams (pictured top and below) to plant, mulch and protect the new seedlings that will mature into endemic native trees for many individuals and families to enjoy into the future.
