{"id":57748,"date":"2026-05-21T06:01:52","date_gmt":"2026-05-21T05:01:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/livenewsmalta.com\/?p=57748"},"modified":"2026-05-21T06:01:52","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T05:01:52","slug":"misrah-il-karmelitani-garden-inaugurated-in-zurrieq","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/livenewsmalta.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/21\/misrah-il-karmelitani-garden-inaugurated-in-zurrieq\/","title":{"rendered":"Misra\u0127 il-Karmelitani Garden inaugurated in \u017burrieq"},"content":{"rendered":"

Misra\u0127 il-Karmelitani Garden in \u017burrieq, an open space of around 1,150m\u00b2 on a site that was previously covered in tarmac, was inaugurated by the Minister for the Environment, Energy and Public Cleanliness Miriam Dalli, together with the Project Green team and \u017burrieq Mayor Rita Grima. The garden has transformed a tarmacked area into an accessible open space in a residential area.<\/p>\n

As part of the project, a reservoir was excavated to collect rainwater from the road, which will be used to irrigate the indigenous trees and shrubs planted in the garden. Solar lighting was also installed, together with benches and other amenities, creating a recreational space for the \u017burrieq community.<\/p>\n

A Maltese luzzu belonging to the late Gianni \u201cil-Lixxu\u201d Tonna was also installed on site. The boat was restored and donated to the Local Council in his memory. It was placed in the garden through an initiative coordinated by the Mayor together with Joseph Farrugia \u201cit-Timba\u201d, who assisted with its transport and preparation.<\/p>\n

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A total of 40 mature trees and 1,620 shrubs were planted in Misra\u0127 il-Karmelitani Garden.<\/p>\n

Minister Miriam Dalli stated, \u201cAnother project has been completed. Project after project, we are continuing to bring more open and accessible spaces to our communities. Misra\u0127 il-Karmelitani Garden is a clear example of how an area that was previously covered in tarmac has been transformed into an environmental, safe and recreational space for families, residents and children in \u017burrieq. Spaces like these make a difference in people\u2019s daily lives, as they create places where people can meet, rest and spend quality time outdoors.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThis project also shows how the urban environment can be designed in a more sustainable way. Through the rainwater collection reservoir, the solar lighting system, and the planting of indigenous trees and shrubs, we are investing in green infrastructure that serves people today while helping our communities become more resilient to environmental challenges. As Government, together with Project Green and local councils, we will continue working so that more localities have quality open spaces close to their homes,\u201d said Minister Dalli.<\/p>\n

Project architect Daniel Tabone explained that the garden also includes an area that can host yoga sessions. \u201cIn every project we work on as an agency, we always ensure that open spaces have different uses, going beyond simply being open areas. Here at Misra\u0127 il-Karmelitani Garden, we specifically created a space for yoga sessions or other forms of exercise. In this way, we are giving the public the opportunity to exercise and lead a healthier life,\u201d said Perit Tabone.<\/p>\n

Members of the \u017burrieq Local Council and relatives of Gianni Tonna were also present for the inauguration.<\/p>\n

Misra\u0127 il-Karmelitani Garden is among 16 projects announced by Project Green through the Community Greening Grant scheme.<\/p>\n

Photos: DOI\/MEEC<\/p>\n

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