Laura’s tree in Rushcutter’s Bay Park
In January 2021, in recognition of what would have been Laura’s 30th birthday, some of Laura’s closest friends started a Go Fund Me page to fundraise for a commemorative tree.
We were proud to reach the $10,000 fundraising goal by Christmas 2021 - and with some additional direct donations, we managed to raise enough to look at getting both a tree and a dedicated paver!
Through working with the City of Sydney, we are happy to share that Laura's commemorative tree has now been planted in Rushcutter's Bay Park, Sydney by City of Sydney.
It is a beautiful jacaranda tree, located close to where Laura went to school in Edgecliff, and right next to an oval where she would watch her father play cricket.
We are so happy to now visit the tree, and look forward to watching it grow and bloom over years to come. The tree also has a ‘sister’ tree across the pathway in the park - another commemorative tree - which, during the blooming season, will be beautifully scenic.
To quote Laura’s family and friends, that is just like Laura - making friends wherever she goes.
Thank you to everyone to donated to make this tree happen, and for your patience with the fundraising, application and selection process. We are sure that Laura would be so happy to be aware of this outpouring of love and support.
In the meantime, if you'd like to visit the tree, please get in touch with us for the location.
You can also find the Commemorative Tree Certificate below for more details.
