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WA Tree Festival
11 April-10 May 2026
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About the event

Trees are crucial for wildlife – they provide shelter, food, and habitats for countless species, all while helping to cool our environment and improve our wellbeing. The WA Tree Festival brings together local councils and community groups across the state to celebrate the vital role trees play in supporting wildlife.

In the lead-up to and throughout the festival, we’re hosting events and initiatives focused on greening Cockburn and protecting local wildlife.

The WA Tree Festival runs from 11 April to 10 May across WA.

From raising awareness about how trees support wildlife to creating connections with nature, discover an event near you and help make a difference for our local wildlife!

Events

Event Date Description Location Age Find out more
Nature Storytime Trek: Under the Trees 9.30-11am Thursday 16 April Listen to stories about trees and then enjoy a guided nature walk. Bibra Lake Regional Playground Under 5s Register

Caring for Cockatoos

 10.30-11.30am Saturday 18 April Special presentation by Kaarakin Black Cockatoo Conservation Centre and meet a black-cockatoo! Cockburn Libraries - Success Ages 5-16 Register

Storytime  at Spearwood Library 

 10.30-11.30am Tuesday 21 April Tree themed storytime at the library. Cockburn Libraries - Spearwood  Under 5s Register

Storytime  at Spearwood Library  

 10.30-11.30am Friday 24 April Tree themed storytime at the library. Cockburn Libraries - Spearwood  Under 5s Drop in session
Terrific Trees 10-11.30am Saturday 2 May Discover the wonders of trees in a hands‑on, interactive workshop for children. Cockburn Libraries - Success Ages 6-14 Register
Right Tree, Right Place 12.30-2.30pm Saturday 2 May Learn how to choose, plant and care for the right tree for your home. Success - Cockburn Health and Community Facility/Conference Room Over 16 Find out more
Cooling Your Home with Trees 10am-12pm Saturday 9 May Learn sustainable ways to cool your home using the principles of solar passive design. Bibra Lake Community Centre Over 16  

Incentives

Make the most of the cooler weather and start planning your verge and garden. The City has a number of incentives to encourage schools and residents to plant trees and plants on their property and verge. Act quickly, some of these incentives go fast!

Incentives Date Description Eligibility Find out more
Schools Plant Subsidy Applications close Friday 10 April COB. Enhance your school grounds and support conservation with a free pack of Waterwise native plants for Carnaby’s Black-cockatoos. City of Cockburn schools & early learning centres Find out more about the Schools Plant Subsidy.
Native Plant Subsidy 1 May- 31 May (while stocks last). Throughout May, residents can benefit from a 50% discount on up to 20 native plants, promoting waterwise gardens that aid natural cooling and support native wildlife. City of Cockburn residents Find out more about the Native Plant Subsidy.
Request a Street Tree Note that trees are preordered up to 12 months before planting. Applications for the 2027 planting season will reopen in August. Help increase the tree canopy and shade in Cockburn! Request a street tree to be planted on your verge, and the City will maintain it for the first three years. City of Cockburn homeowners, or renters with owners permission Request a street tree.
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Contact Title Sustainability & Climate Change Service Unit

Email [email protected]

Phone 0894113444

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City of Cockburn
Whadjuk Boodjar
9 Coleville Crescent,
Spearwood 6163

PO Box 1215, Bibra Lake DC,
Western Australia, 6965

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Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays)

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