Thousands of Daffodils Trumpet a Brighter Future

Thousands of Daffodils Trumpet a Brighter Future

More than 3,000 bright-yellow daffodils and 500 flowers forming pink ribbons will bring extra sunshine to Sydney's streets this spring, and help highlight one of Australia's biggest health issues.

City of Sydney CEO Monica Barone said for the first time the City's popular Living Colour seasonal floral display will partner with a charity – Cancer Council NSW – to raise awareness of the disease that affects one in every three Australians.

'Our much-loved Living Colour display is one of the largest seasonal floral shows in Australia, brightening Sydney streets and public spaces with a splash of nature," Ms Barone said.

'Beautiful flowers and foliage will be arranged in stunning designs throughout the inner city, and this spring they'll also carry an important message.

'I'm delighted we've been able to partner with Cancer Council NSW and create themed displays that will help promote the community-funded charity dedicated to defeating cancer and support those living with the disease, and their carers."

More than 30,000 plants will be used to create to displays in 15 spots across the inner city, including a giant daffodil, the symbol for hope and a cancer-free future, pink ribbons ahead of Pink Ribbon Day on 19 October, and flower designs to promote cancer research, fundraising and volunteering.

Display sites include Hyde Park, Martin Place, QVB, and Taylor Square, so thousands of Sydneysiders and visitors will enjoy the cheerful, trumpet-shaped blooms that only flower when spring has officially sprung.

Dr Andrew Penman AM, CEO, Cancer Council NSW, said he was honoured to be the first charity to partner with the City of Sydney for Living Colour and hopes the floral displays inspire people to support the fight against one of Australia's biggest killers.

'Each year in NSW more than 36,600 new cases of cancer are diagnosed – that's about 100 every day," Dr Penman said.

'On average, 36 people die of the disease in NSW every day and the impact on families, carers and communities is enormous.

'We hope Living Colour will remind people that cancer is a growing issue and that by taking action and getting involved in some of our fantastic events, they hold the power to save hundreds of lives each year."

Living Colour has brightened Sydney's major streets twice a year for a decade and uses water-wise, native and edible plants that are 100 per cent recycled afterwards.

Large and perennial plants are replanted in City parks and community gardens, while plants not suitable for giving away or replanting are composted into a high-quality soil mix for the City's parks and gardens.

After the summer display, more than 6,000 plants will be given away to residents, community gardens, schools, neighbourhood centres, visitors and Landcare groups around the city.
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