DCMC National Tree Day - Darebin Creek, Reservoir

Join Darebin Creek Management Committee, OzFish, Darebin City Council and Friends of Darebin Creek for National Tree Day! Join us at Darebin Creek and help make a lasting difference to the local environment. By planting native trees, shrubs, grasses and sedges, you'll contribute to the restoration of the creek and create vital habitat, food sources and wildlife corridors for small woodland birds, sugar gliders, Powerful Owls, and more! The Darebin Creek Habitat Project is an OzFish / DCMC partnership funded by Microsoft and the Australian Government’s Urban Rivers and Catchments Program, with the support of the City of Darebin.

DIRECTIONS

Google Maps point of planting site: https://maps.app.goo.gl/QkBEFRQQ1E7AKXg1A Look for the banners southeast of the CT Barling Reserve cricket nets. Travel instructions: - Take the 86 Tram on Plenty Rd to Stop 57 - Via the Darebin Creek Trail if coming by bike (please lock up bikes) - Car park on site

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION

The morning will begin with a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony presented by respected Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Elder, Uncle Dave Wandin. Learn about innovative ‘Fish Hotels’ that support aquatic life with OzFish, who will lead a hands-on building session. The structures created during the event will be installed along Darebin Creek later in the year as part of the Darebin Creek Habitat Project. All welcome - no experience needed. Tools and guidance will be provided on the day. To ensure we have enough tools and supplies for everyone, please register in advance. • Please wear: sturdy, closed shoes and dress for the weather (e.g. warm jacket, raincoat) • Please bring: plenty of drinking water and gloves if you have them (or use ours) Come along and be part of a community effort to restore and protect the Darebin Creek. It's a great opportunity to meet like-minded people, spend time in nature, and make a positive contribution to caring for Country. We look forward to seeing you there!

WHAT'S PROVIDED?

Gloves,Tools and equipment for planting,Watering cans / buckets,Refreshments