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Old paddock trees, remnants of the former bush which once cloaked the Bellarine, are precious in so many ways. They provide habitat for local birds, insects and other native fauna, shelter for livestock, are distinctive of this area and aesthetically beautiful.

Bellarine Yellow Gums are locally endemic and listed as endangered, and along with Red Gums, Coast Manna Gums, Swamp Gums and Drooping Sheoaks, are the main local remnant trees. As these old trees enter their twilight years, Bellarine Landcare Group is highlighting their immense value and encouraging their protection and regeneration, so that they may thrive into the future.

We are inviting landholders with remnant trees to apply for a grant, funded through the Federal Government’s Communities Environment Program, which will provide subsidies for fencing off old trees and doing supplementary planting. We are also producing a brochure, background research document, and running a workshop - which may end up being a Youtube clip as it’s challenging to gather in groups these days.

If you are interested in further information and a grant application form please contact Sophie at facilitator@bellarinelandcare.org.au or phone 0457 333 727.