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27 October 2017
Blacktown City Council is planting 358 trees along Carlisle Avenue, in Mt Druitt, as part of a project to “green” the major transport corridors throughout the wider city.
“Blacktown City Council adopted the “Eyes on Blacktown” strategy in 2014, which aims to change the public image of Blacktown City by changing the look of the major transport routes and hubs,” Mayor of Blacktown City, Councillor Stephen Bali, said.
“We are planning to enliven Blacktown and encourage the use of public spaces within Blacktown City.
“Planting trees along our streetscapes is part of the process, and we hope the result will be walking spaces that are more pleasant and inviting.
“It is also proven that the planting of trees creates a cooler climate, and there is no doubt that we all value extra shade in summer.”
Tree plantations are also being planned for the Great Western Highway, Prospect, and Sunnyholt Road, Stanhope Gardens.
Other recent works conducted through the “Eyes on Blacktown” initiative include:
· Tees planted for screening along Hambledon Road, Quakers Hill, Jersey Road, Plumpton and Blacktown Road, Prospect
· Trees planted along Richmond Road, Woodcroft
· Additional planting in playground upgrades
· Additional greening and planting in reserve Masterplans such as those at Whalan Reserve, Whalan and May Cowpe Reserve, Rooty Hill
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