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Street Tree Planting

Street trees are planted along road reserves and verges, laneways and occasionally footpaths and in the road itself; they are usually chosen for their shade and visual appeal.

Council will gladly plant a tree on your nature strip, free of charge. You may nominate a preferred species but Council's decision will be based on considerations such as hardiness, suitability to the location and the presence of underground or overhead services. To request such planting either call (02) 9369 8000 or send us a letter or email.

Habitat networks

Waverley’s green spaces provide habitats for a variety of native animals including Blue Wrens, Honeyeaters, Lorikeets, Common Brushtail Possums and Bluetongue Lizards as well as insectivorous bats, geckos, and frogs.

When it comes to tree management in Waverley, part of the selection criteria for existing and proposed trees involves assessing the contribution they make to local biodiversity and maintaining habitat corridors within and beyond the boundaries of the Waverley LGA.