Community will gather to plant Seeds of Hope at a special Sunshine Coast event, creating a lasting legacy to acknowledge victims of domestic and family violence.
The 2025 Seeds of Hope tree planting, supported by Sunshine Coast Council, will bring together people for the fifth annual event held in the region, at Alan Walker Park, Buddina, on Tuesday, December 9 from 7.00am-9am.
Part of the international 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, the campaign unites people to raise awareness, advocate for change, and call for action to protect women and girls.
This year's theme is UNiTE to End Digital Violence against All Women and Girls, which seeks to reduce the harm being inflicted in the online world.
Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Rosanna Natoli said the community would come together to plant 500 native trees and shrubs that would stand as a symbol of hope, supporting those impacted by domestic and family violence.
"This is a powerful way to show we care,'' Mayor Natoli said.
"Last year, more than 70 people generously donated their time, and we'd love to see even more residents join us this year to make a difference.
"Domestic and family violence has no place in any community. We have zero tolerance for it, and we all have a role to play in creating safer homes.
"This year's theme reminds us that safety must extend beyond our homes and streets to the online world. Digital abuse is real, and we need to address it together."
It's time to make a difference
Sunshine Coast Council Community Portfolio Councillor David Law said the planting highlighted the importance of looking after our people and places.
"Members of our local community can take action and make a difference now and into the future by attending the Seeds of Hope Event as an act of solidarity and to support victims of domestic and family violence," Cr Law said.
"The 500 native trees and shrubs planted on our dunes as part of this event will act as a lasting legacy to acknowledge victims of domestic and family violence on the Sunshine Coast, as well as rehabilitating and building resilience in our coastal dunes."
