National tree day was established by Planet Ark in 1996 and has grown to become the largest community tree planting day Australia wide! While we are often out explaining that Landcare is not JUST about planting trees, tree planting remains such a vital part of many of the projects we take part in, including, of course, this one!

We joined two events this year, first up was Cowra Council’s school / community event at the adventure playground near to Billy Goat’s Hill and second was Canowindra primary school’s afternoon of planting sponsored by Cabonne council.

We had a lovely time playing our narrative listening game ‘Life around the Gum Tree/ Dingo (a bit like bingo’) and helping the students plant the trees and shrubs provided. We hope they all go on to grow big, strong and proud!

Cowra Council Tree Day Event.

Canowindra Public School Tree Day Event

Thanks to Cowra and Cabonne councils for supporting this amazing event and for all the schools and students who gave up some of their time to come along. We really loved meeting you all and appreciate your efforts.