Penrith City Council has honoured the Queen’s 70 years of service to Australia and the Commonwealth by planting 28 new trees in Robinson Park, Jamisontown.
A commemorative event was held at the park this week, with dignitaries including Penrith Mayor Tricia Hitchen, Federal Member for Lindsay Melissa McIntosh, and school captains from nearby Jamisontown Public School helping to plant the first few trees.
Penrith Mayor Tricia Hitchen said the tree planting was a fitting legacy of Her Majesty’s lifetime of service.
“Her Majesty reigned as Queen for over 70 years, making her our longest-serving monarch,” Mayr Hitchen said.
“These trees will serve as a reminder of her dedication to Australia and will also enhance the shade canopy of the park, ensuring it can be enjoyed by the community throughout the year.”
The project received funding from the Australian Government’s Planting Trees for The Queen’s Jubilee Program.
