Community Forest continues to grow

People who sponsored a tree to be planted at the City of Gosnells Community Forest in the past year officially welcomed their additions to the forest at John Okey Davis Park in Gosnells this week.

Anyone in the community can sponsor a native tree to be planted at the Community Forest.

The trees can be sponsored to commemorate life’s important moments, such as a birth in the family, significant birthdays or in memory of a loved one. They can also serve as a corporate gift, or simply as a practical way to help the local environment.

Mayor Terresa Lynes said the Community Forest is an important part of the City’s efforts to increase tree canopy on public land.

“The shade provided by trees has a significant cooling effect on the areas where we live and work,” she said.

“Trees also enhance air quality, improve the amenity of neighbourhoods and provide valuable habitat for wildlife.

“The Community Forest ensures more trees are planted in the City of Gosnells, while offering residents a positive way to acknowledge significant events in their lives.”

Last winter, local resident Phillip Sharp chose to sponsor a tree in honour of his eight-year-old son, Jackson.

“I’m an arborist, so I love any excuse to plant a tree,” Mr Sharp said.

“We live nearby so it’s pretty special that we can watch the tree grow over the years.” 

A tree was also planted to honour the memory of Dorthy Burke, who was the Senior Community Citizen of the Year in 2023. 

“Dorothy left an indelible mark on our community, thanks to her contributions and service at William Langford Community House over the years,” Mayor Lynes said. 

“She also volunteered with the Southern River Community Garden, which makes planting this tree in her honour even more special.”

The deadline to sponsor a tree to be planted this winter is Saturday 31 May. To apply, click here.