WELLINGTON Point’s landmark Moreton Bay fig trees are turning 90 and a birthday party will be held to celebrate the event.
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The trees were planted on October 8, 1927 by six local councillors.
Redland City councillor Wendy Boglary said that 90 years ago councillors spoke of the importance of planting trees for future generations and it was now time to celebrate their foresight.
“Generations of families have gathered and played under the trees so please join us for a sausage sizzle, a heritage talk, guided walks to King Island,” she said.
There will also be old style fun and games – an egg and spoon and a three-legged race.
“Bring along your picnic rug and picnic and gather like previous families have and simply enjoy our beautiful Redlands trees,” Cr Boglary said.
“There will be plenty of chatting so please bring your story to share.”
Ironically, the point and nearby King Island have been the scene of widespread tree destruction, with people cutting down mangroves over a long period.
Cr Boglary said she would be joined by members of the local Boyd family, four generations of which have played in and around the fig trees.
“The vision of councillors of the day was quite extraordinary as they recognised the importance of the placement of these trees,” she said.
“I believe they would be very pleased to know how loved their trees have been and what a drawcard they are to our area.”
The birthday party will be held at the Wellington Point Reserve from 11am to 2pm and will feature a sausage sizzle, a heritage talk and, of course, a cake.
