Springfield Lakes residents have answered the call to action, joining the mission of Clean Up Australia to combat litter and safeguard the environment.
Community Effort in Springfield Lakes
Springfield Lakes Nature Care Inc., a group dedicated to preserving local parklands and waterways, is organising the annual Clean Up Australia Day event at Discovery Parkland. The group, affiliated with Queensland Water and Land Carers (QWaLC), aims to foster environmental awareness and promote sustainable practices within the community. The event will focus on removing litter from Discovery and Regatta Lakes, addressing the significant issue of plastic pollution that threatens marine life.
Volunteers are encouraged to participate, with registration available online and on the day at the Discovery Parkland carpark. Residents who wish to clean up their streets can also register and receive rubbish collection bags and gloves. Kayak and canoe owners can launch their vessels from the Regatta Lake pontoon to participate in the water-based clean-up effort.
Environmental Impact and Awareness
The organisers stress the importance of preventing litter from entering waterways, highlighting the long-lasting harm of plastic waste. They state that plastic breaks down into micro pieces, entering the food chain and endangering marine animals. The event aims to contribute to keeping Moreton Bay and the wider coastline clean.
Participants are advised to wear sun-protective clothing and closed-in shoes and, if possible, bring their own water bottles, garden gloves, and litter grabbers. Disposable gloves will be provided, and morning tea will be served after the clean-up.
National Movement and History
Clean Up Australia Day is a nationwide initiative that began in 1990. Inspired by Ian Kiernan’s concern over ocean pollution, the organisation has grown into a well-known environmental charity that provides practical solutions for sustainable living.
It works with communities, governments, and businesses to tackle waste management and environmental protection. The organisation aims to remove existing rubbish and prevent future accumulation of waste.
The Clean up Australia Day event will be held on Sunday, 2 March 2025, from 7:30 AM to 10:30 A.M. AEST, at Discovery Parkland, 180 Springfield Lakes Boulevard Carpark, Springfield Lakes, QLD 4300, Australia.
Published Date 24-Feb-2025