Over the past year, Brisbane Ranges Landcare has received 825 trees thanks to the generous supporters of Fifteen Trees. They sourced the native seedlings from their local native nursery (Eco-Regeneration at Sutherlands Creek) and distributed them to 13 individual members of the landcare group. The last lot of trees (195) were planted by John and Denise Anderson of Batesford.
John writes ‘Thank you to the supporters of Fifteen Trees for our trees, we hope to bring back native birds and help the environment in our area and your trees will enable us to do this‘.
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A number of people have paid for these trees. Samantha Tannahill, bought a tree for her work colleague (Emma Lucia) as a gift. Asha from Angus and Celeste periodically purchase 75 trees, one tree for every on-line sale from their amazing company (please check them out). Christine Wright bought 50 trees in memory of her dear friend Jenny Langridge (who would have turned 50 last month). Rest In Peace Jenny.
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That leaves us with 68 trees. These trees I have planted on the behalf of the wonderful 68 peeps who came to our Green Drinks trivia night in Ballarat on World Environment Day (June 5th). Green Drinks is an international event held in pubs and cafes around the world. See if you have one in your neighbourhood.
Can’t find one? Then, do what we did – start your own.
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According to Sustainability Victoria, the average Australian lifestyle produces 15,000kg of carbon per year. If that sounds like a lot, it is! Over its lifetime, a tree can collect and store 268kg. This means, we each need to plant 58 trees per year to bring our individual carbon production down to zero. A little tricky for most of us to do in our own backyards, and this is where ‘A Subscription for the Planet’ comes in.
For hotels, embracing sustainability can strengthen brand loyalty, enhance their reputation, and help differentiate them in a competitive market. In this way, sustainable initiatives are not just good for the planet – they also make strong business sense, creating a win-win for hotels, their guests, and the communities and ecosystems they support.
There’s something quietly powerful about a person who decides, on their own, to do something good for the planet. No fanfare, no corporate mandate – just a simple choice to put a few trees in the ground. When hundreds of individuals make that same choice, something remarkable happens. Native forests are restored, wildlife corridors are rebuilt, and community groups across Australia get to do the work they love. So if you’ve ever purchased trees through Fifteen Trees, thank you.
Can’t find one? Then, do what we did – start your own.
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