The Bunyip Landcare Group Inc planted 500 native shrubs, trees, and grasses along Martin Road on Sunday, 19 October.
The site, a road easement previously overrun with blackberries, was cleared and treated before planting.
The group hopes that, over time, Southern Brown Bandicoots will make this area their home, as the Bunyip end of Martin Road is rich in biodiversity.
The committee extended huge thanks and congratulations to the dedicated planting team. With very dry ground, hole diggers worked extra hard, and water-saving crystals were used to give the new plants the best start.
The shrubs and grasses will provide habitat for small birds and mammals while contributing to the ongoing Swap Care project.
The committee also thanked Cardinia Shire Council for providing the grant that funded blackberry control, plants, guards, mulch, and catering from Sherwood Park Orchard.
