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Planting season is beginning with a weekend of work alongside the Weiti River in Silverdale.
The Community Planting Day, on May 26 and 27, has been organised by Auckland Council. Two groups – Illuminate Church and the World Mission Church – have made a commitment to assist with the planting, but anyone is welcome to come and help put native plants in the ground.
A barbecue, portaloo and drinking water will be provided, as well as spades – but you are welcome to bring your own. All the plants will already be laid out, ready for planting.
Council’s biodiversity advisor, Chris Bindon, says that the planting is a continuation of the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board’s initiative, which saw several plantings take place on the Weiti River last year.
“We are working towards the ecological restoration and improved health of the Weiti River environment and encourage involvement and support from the local community,” Chris says.
Council’s biodiversity team will be there with information about native wildlife and ecological restoration.
Planting will start near the end of Titan Place, Silverdale which is where volunteer planters should meet. The planting runs from 9am to 12 noon on both days. Wear closed in shoes or boots. Children are welcome, but must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. Planting goes ahead regardless of weather conditions.
