Roots of joy: Shepparton community comes together to plant for the future

Council staff, volunteers and RiverConnect employees were on site in the early hours to prepare the ground and materials needed to ensure everyone’s experience was a breeze. Plants, stakes, guards, mats, gloves and tools were provided to all.

According to volunteer Helen Jeffs, 170 people had booked to attend this year. Volunteers indicated that every year, more people dropped in at the last minute.

“National Tree Day is always a fantastic community event,” RiverConnect project officer Ali White said.

“It gets bigger and better every year.”

The event was thoughtfully organised, featuring a free barbecue lunch and a native plant giveaway for each participant, encapsulating the essence of community spirit.

News Journalist Khadija Hadjab captured the event — and even planted her first tree!