National Tree Day was the perfect opportunity for the clubs of the new Maribyrnong Valley Community Group to come together.
Partnering with Moonee Valley Council on the habitat and wildlife corridor development along the Maribyrnong River at Ascot Vale, Rotarians and friends joined with other community groups to plant 6,000 seedlings today.
These will provide habitat and food for the native birds, small animals and insects which call this corridor home. Leading from north of Melbourne Airport through to Royal Park and the Yarra River, the corridor provides a route for birds and insects to roam and supports the health of the river and those creatures which live there.
A display of posters developed by RCG leader David Dippie showcased the projects of Rotary focussing on the environment, youth and local club projects. Members from Footscray and Keilor East Rotary provided the BBQ and fed the hungry planters after their work was done.
Presidents from Brunswick Tullamarine, Flemington Kensington, Keilor East and North Melbourne were joined by District Governor Michael Lapina and Alex and DGE Peter Shepheard in discussions on the day and future connections.
