Media Release - Labor pledges $200,000 for Bayswater Urban Forest
LABOR PLEDGES $200,000 FOR BAYSWATER URBAN FOREST
A Shorten Labor Government will invest $200,000 in the Bayswater Urban Forest project, which will create an attraction for locals and tourists along the banks of the Swan River.
The project, being driven by the City of Bayswater, will create an urban forest on a former landfill site, contributing to the local government’s goal to increase its tree canopy coverage.
The City of Bayswater will also partner with disability employment providers during the landscaping phase to offer local jobs to people with disability.
Shadow Minister for Climate Change and Energy Mark Butler said the Bayswater Urban Forest project would benefit the entire community.
“Restoring our natural environment is an important step that will benefit communities, native wildlife and our economy.
“The Labor Party is the only major party committed to real action on climate change,” Mr Butler said.
“While national action is important, smaller local projects, like Bayswater Urban Forest, will also assist in helping Australia reduce the impact of climate change.”
Member for Perth Patrick Gorman said the Bayswater Urban Forest would offer a number of benefits for the community.
“The Bayswater Urban Forest will offer substantial environmental benefits for the Bayswater area, but it will also create a green open space for better physical and mental health outcomes,” Mr Gorman said.
“The Forest will also grow a future tourism site in Perth’s inner east, with opportunities for tourists to view wildlife in a natural habitat.
“The Urban Forest project will be the envy of communities across Australia. I know it will be replicated by many councils in coming years.
“The City of Bayswater, led by Mayor Dan Bull, is to be commended for developing such a valuable project for our community.”
This election is a choice between Labor’s plans to invest in our local communities, or bigger tax loopholes for the top end of town under the Liberals.