Georgia Tacey
The Macedon and Mt Macedon Landcare Group is preparing to launch a visionary plan for the restoration of local waterways surrounding Mt Macedon.
“We worked with our Landcare facilitator to identify seven stretches of local creeks for regeneration, that will help wildlife move, feed and breed across the area, and improve water quality for the whole Maribyrnong River,” Macedon and Mt Macedon Landcare Group president Kate Lawerence said.
“We’ve written a brochure that explains the lay of the land and the waterways, the threats and challenges facing them and how as a community we can make a real difference.
“We’ve also commissioned a strategy report from ecologist Geordie Scott-Walker, which goes into detail about the mountain environment and each stretch of creek, and we’re inviting the local community to a Winter Solstice celebration to launch both.”
The Winter Solstice event will provide a unique opportunity for the community to come together, learn about the local environment and to be part of a collective effort to create a shared vision to protect the lands, waterways and wildlife of the Macedon region.
Along with Ms Lawrence, guest speakers will include Tori Vincent from Melbourne Water and Mr Walker. They will be followed by a Q&A session and conversations over supper.
The event will be held at the Mt Macedon and District Horticultural Society Hall, on Thursday, June 19 at 9.30pm.
For more information, go to mmmlandcare.org.au/
