WITH paintbrushes in hand, a small, but dedicated team of volunteers gathered at the weekend for Graffiti Removal Day targeting the Jellicoe Park pump station and water tower, under Doctor Geoffrey Hunter Bridge and the PCYC Moree basketball stadium.
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Moree Plains Shire Council and PCYC Moree joined forces with the NSW Government, Rotary Down Under and sponsors to run the campaign to highlight the problem of graffiti vandalism and encourage people to get involved in the removal and prevention of graffiti.
Council’s environmental health officer, Belinda Olsen, said Graffiti Removal Day provided a great opportunity for individuals, community groups, sporting clubs, businesses and other organisations to join the fight against graffiti and make a real difference to the appearance of the local community
“All the volunteers were provided with training, graffiti removal equipment and protective gear, and we sent them to work,” she said.
“I am very proud of those who gave up their Saturday to help fight graffiti. It’s always inspiring to see people who are prepared to walk the walk rather than talk the talk.
“A special thanks to Moree Youth Council member Courtney Abrahamsen, her mum Stacey and sisters Kiara, Amelia, Rhyleigh and Ebony for assisting on the day,”Mrs Olsen said.
She also made special mention to Rob and Anna Moore.
