New pavilion to be opened at anniversary picnic
The Pearl Beach Arboretum will hold its anniversary picnic at 11:30am on Sunday, August 18.
The day will include the opening of the Arboretum's new verandah-pavilion by Member for Gosford Ms Liesl Tesch at 12.30pm.
"Every year in August we celebrate the founding of the Crommelin Native Arboretum at Pearl Beach in 1976," said arboretum secretary Ms Mary Knaggs.
Tea, coffee and cake will be provided, along with live music by Phil and Lynette Rich.
"The Pearl Beach Arboretum has been created and managed entirely by community volunteers on land owned by Central Coast Council.
"The Arboretum has had many generous donations and grants over the years from private individuals and entities and from government agencies.
"These donations have helped us create our new verandah-pavilion which can be used for environmental education and community events."
She said all were welcome to the picnic, and suggested those attending bring their
own chairs and tables, as well as a picnic lunch.
She also asked that dogs be left at home.
"No dogs are allowed in the Arboretum due to our wildlife.
"The best parking is in Opal Close."
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Website, 16 Jul 2024
Mary Knaggs, Pearl Beach Arboretum