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From the 1920's to the 1960's many local residents were a member
of one of Australia's largest freshwater lifesaving clubs at Lake
Parramatta, North Parramatta.
In the 1930's and 1940's hundreds of locals used Lake Parramatta
and surrounds on hot summers days to swim and play. Ask most long
time local residents and they will tell you how they used to swim
at the Lake every weekend.
Unfortunately by the 1970's the water quality had deteriorated
so much that swimming was not allowed in the Lake.
On Sunday 14th March, the Trust with Parramatta and Baulkham Hills
Council are hosting the Lake Parramatta Sustainable Living Festival.
The day is a free family event at the Lake Parramatta Reserve, just
off Lackey St, North Parramatta.
Dr Stephen Lees, Executive Officer Upper Parramatta River Catchment
Trust, encourages everyone to come to the Open Day:
"Everyone can learn more about living sustainably. This means
that we are able to use less and reuse more. There will be displays
on rainwater tanks, straw bale housing, alternative fuels and a
number of sustainably based organisations. It is a great way for
the community to, not only find out how to help improve water quality
in the Lake, but to live more environmentally friendly and also
a great chance to enjoy the many free entertainments."
So come along. Bring a picnic and get involved in the free activities
and enjoy the jumping castle and merry-go-round, native animal shows,
stormwater games, bushwalks. Be there by 12:00 to see the announcement
of the winner of the inaugural Enviro Scarecrow Competition.
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