Category: Guide
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Satisfaction and your money back!
In January 2025, the WA State Government announced that it would be promoting an increase in the Tree Canopy in Western Australia by offering a rebate of up to $150 for all Western Australian over 18 years old. The rebate opened on July 28 and there are only 10,000 rebates available so consider acting quickly.…
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How to plant a tree
Choose a location that will allow the roots to spread and the canopy to grow freely. Stay away from building foundations, walls, decks, windows, powerlines and places that need good visibility (like street corners). Consider other things like power, water, sewage, NBN, and reticulation that might be lurking underground, as these essential utilities play a…
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Tree recommendations
Our wildlife do prefer local native trees, but sometimes exotic trees meet our urban needs better. Here is a list of tree which are available, non-invasive and grow well in the different micro-climates and soils around Geraldton. First, identify your soil type. The City of Greater Geraldton provides an online map at higher resolution than…
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Dial before you dig
Check these important things before you decide on your tree placement. Contact ‘Before you Dig’ on 1100 or go to www.1100.com.au to ascertain the location of any underground services on your verge. Select a tree from the recommended list in this pamphlet or on the CGG website according to the soil type in your area. Trees can…
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Before you plant
Here is a comprehensive list of all the things to consider and arrange before you plant. Logistics Are you permitted to plant in the place you want? You are allowed to plant on your own property, but your verge belongs to the City of Greater Geraldton. As long as you abide by their guidelines, you…
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Trees for Black Cockatoos
This information was sourced from the Plants for Carnaby’s, created by Christine Groom in 2011. These are all WA Natives.
Geraldton Tree Canopy Advocates 