By KATH GANNAWAY
AN AMPHITHEATRE is the centre-piece of a new $100,000 beautification project in the heart of Woori Yallock.
The Woori Yallock Township Action Group’s project for WYTAG Reserve is well underway, transforming a vacant slab of weed-infested land into a landscaped area for locals and visitors.
The project is the latest initiative of the small community-focused group which lists among its achievements re-establishing the Harold Ockwell Reserve and the Welcome to Woori mural that forms the colourful backdrop to the WYTAG Reserve.
WYTAG treasurer Val Shaw said the reserve will have grassed areas, seating and a flag pole and could be used for any community gatherings as well as providing a quiet place for people to just enjoy being in Woori Yallock.
President Rick Shaw said the group was small but very active.
“There are really just a handful of us, but we’re achieving things and we are hoping that now that residents can see how this is shaping up they will embrace what we are doing and perhaps even join us in making improvements here,” he said.
“When the time comes we would love to have people come and help us with the planting.”
The project has been made possible with funding from the State Government Department of Planning and Community Development grant and the Woori Yallock Community Bank Branch of Bendigo Bank and the support of Yarra Ranges Council.
To sign on for the planting, find out more about WYTAG projects, or make suggestions for future projects, phone Mr Shaw on 0427 555 456.
