MAJESTIC HISTORICAL MANGO TREES

As a committee we have been gathering more and more information from both residents and visitors who attend our Weekly and Mega Markets as well as attending meetings with business owners, Bowls Club and CWA and other associations.

The most asked question is - Are they going to get rid of the Mango Trees that have been a Major drawcard to our town . The also have historical value to our town and the ancestry associated with them. They provide not only shade to the Market Stall holders but to all the people who gather and have a picnic, sit and relax, read a book, have a birthday party and a great area for family gatherings. We have many visitors to our area and they are passionate about retaining our relaxed no fuss lifestyle and the natural beauty of our parks.

As the markets are our main fund raiser we realise the importance of the Mango Trees in providing not only shade but a unique setting. The current market are is the ideal place for our Markets as it provides the space for the people to walk around and for our Association to invite other clubs and associations to join us. This area is suitable for mums with prams, wheelchairs, and easy for everyone to access.

During this COVD pandemic the park has been a place where not only locals but people who came here with their parents and now they are parents where able to meet and catch up and relax and feel safe.

Everyone agrees The Mango Trees are amazingly beautiful and their trunks look life like and have sheltered our homes and business and way of life from many a cyclone and storm.

Overall the response from everyone we have spoken to is the same.

As the President of the Association and on the committee for the Seaforth Esplanade Upgrade we are working closely with the Council and hope to have another meeting with them before 6 September.

Be proactive and have your say

Lyn Prince

President Hibiscus Coast Progress and Sports Association