Fraser Street Reserve Tiny Forest - Community Planting Day

The Fraser Street Reserve Tiny Forest is made possible thanks to a collaboration between Monash Council and Earthwatch, in partnership with Bupa.  

The site was selected because of its low biodiversity with large unused grassed areas that supported little wildlife.  

The creation of this Tiny Forest will provide a new habitat for wildlife, help cool the area and provide a renewed community space for interaction with nature.  

Design and features

Tiny Forests are constructed based upon the traditional Miyawaki method. 

This method involves engaging with the community to densely plant a vast range of Indigenous plants using a nutrient rich soil base.  

The design of Fraser Street Reserve Tiny Forest will ensure the community can enjoy an engaging space to gather, sit with nature and learn about biodiversity or take part in citizen science activities.  

Photos and video from our planting day

 

Become a Tiny Forest Tree Keeper

We are looking for members of the community who are interested in volunteering as part of our Tree Keeper engagement project.  

This opportunity is perfect for nature enthusiasts who want to make a positive impact on their local environment.  

Requirements

• Visit the Fraser Street Reserve Tiny Forest a handful of times per year.
• Undertake basic maintenance (no experience required, basic training in weed and plant identification will be provided).
• Help with data collection through a fun and easy citizen science survey. 

More information

For more information or to register to become a Tiny Forest Tree Keeper, email Biodiversity Champion, Anna Mezzetti, at anna.mezzetti@monash.vic.gov.au  

The Fraser Street Reserve Tiny Forest was built by Monash Council and Earthwatch in partnership with Bupa.

When

Location

Fraser Street Reserve, 50 Fraser Street, Glen Waverley, 3150, View Map