Local groups and organisations have been encouraged to apply for grants to help plant trees across the Central Coast.
The Planting Trees for the Queen’s Jubilee Program recognises the legacy of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II and her 70 years of service to Australia and the Commonwealth.
Federal Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks, said it was an opportunity for local community groups to plant more trees across the electorate and play a part in the celebrations.
“The planting of trees for the Queen’s Jubilee is a wonderful way for local community members, schools and other groups to improve our local environment,” Wicks said.
“Grants from $2,500 to $20,000 will be available to a broad range of organisations, with each federal electorate eligible to receive up to $100,000 for up to 10 projects.
“Projects that are suitable include formal commemorative events in 2022 to mark the Jubilee, plantings of regionally appropriate tree species, and installation of commemorative signage or plaques.
“I encourage all eligible organisations to contact my office to obtain an Expression of Interest form.”
More information about the program is available at business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/planting-trees-for-the-queens-jubilee
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Media release, Feb 23
Member for Robertson, Lucy Wicks