Hundreds of Shincheonji volunteers across Australia spent September getting their hands dirty for a cleaner, greener future. Working alongside local councils and community groups, the volunteers planted more than 6,300 trees and seedlings in cities stretching from Perth to Sydney, while also helping with nursery work, rubbish collection, and land restoration projects.
In Sydney, 25 volunteers planted over 1,200 native trees at Bruce Farm in Campbelltown, joining forces with other volunteer organisations. The event was described as an opportunity to share stories and strengthen unity among participants.
Brisbane saw 28 volunteers partner with the Bulimba Creek Catchment Committee for tree planting, nursery tasks, and sustainability education. New families worked side by side with senior members, building fellowship while contributing to local conservation.
Melbourne’s 19 volunteers planted more than 200 trees at Orion Estate in Sunshine, establishing ties with local nurseries for future environmental activities. In Adelaide, 18 members joined local council teams at River Drive Reserve, planting over 1,000 native trees and leaving what organisers called “a positive impression through teamwork and bright interactions.”
Perth’s contribution was the largest, with 25 volunteers planting around 3,900 seedlings across Thornlie and Martin Riverpark, strengthening community ties in the process. In Canberra, 11 volunteers collected five bags of rubbish and carried out weeding at Ainslie Volcanics Grasslands, wrapping up the month’s efforts with a focus on restoration and care for the environment.
Across all six cities, the campaign brought together 126 participants who combined physical effort with community spirit, achieving more than environmental results. For Shincheonji Australia, the month-long initiative reflected its guiding ethos of pairing faith with tangible service. Volunteers described the experience as an opportunity to “Shine the Light” through acts of kindness and collaboration that extended beyond faith communities.
The nationwide effort, marked by both environmental restoration and growing fellowship, shows how simple actions can create lasting impact when shared purpose takes root.
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