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PLANTING AT HAMMOND PARK WORKINGBEE THIS SATURDAY THE 29th OF JUNE.

Paula Smith from Riverlea Environment Society Inc

Come along and support the restoration of Hammond Park by planting native trees this Saturday. There are a few steeper areas to plant out . . . so if you are physically fit we need you. Remember to bring a spade.

Meet: Malcolm Street Entrance to Hammond Park Boardwalk



Wear: Long sleeves, gardening gloves, gumboots or similar



Bring: Your drink bottle and a spade..



What: Planting of native trees and some weeding if time allows.



When: 29th of June at 10am


We have a cuppa and time for a chat afterwards.

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