The Whiteheads Creek Landcare Group, which was one of the first landcare groups ever formed, began operations in 1986.
Almost 40 years later, an enthusiastic group of 35 people from across the community gathered on Sunday, August 24 for a planting day.
Facilitated by the landcare group, the day had the objective of planting understory shrubs that would provide a record for the future of the natural vegetation in the area.
The group said, often, indigenous vegetation is confined to roadsides, and the shrub layer has all but disappeared.
The planting took place at the old Whiteheads Creek School on Highlands Rd, a site already graced by magnificent old trees, but missing a natural shrub and ground flora layer.
Allan Coulsen, who organised the event, said he was delighted by the turnout, as people young and old participated.
“We are keen to see young people involved in this project on the historic blocks at the heart of our community on Highlands Rd,” Mr Coulsen said.
“This can only strengthen our community ties to our past.”
The planting project is part of an ongoing effort to preserve and display the natural vegetation of the area, for all time.
– This article was contributed by Lesley Dalziel of the Whiteheads Creek Landcare Group.
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