About the Event
Join us for a morning of tree planting and family activities at the 2025 National Tree Day event.
National Tree Day is a nationwide event to educate about the environment and encourage everyone to give back to the natural spaces they live in.
About the event
National Tree Day is part of a season of exciting winter events that is great for the whole family!
This year, we'll be planting at Melros Reserve and in the sand dunes near Melros Beach car park and are inviting our whole community to come down and give us a hand.
The day is a great opportunity to:
- Get your hands in the soil and learn tips for successful planting with City of Mandurah and Bouvard Coastcare
- Learn about our native plants and their importance in combating erosion and protecting our coastal lifestyle
- Contribute to urban greening by helping us plant over 2,500 native seedlings (in partnership with the WALGA Urban Greening Grant)
- Create canopy and habitat for local wildlife
- Connect with groups and initiatives to care for the environment all year round
- Learn about the link between mosquitos and a healthy environment from our mozzie team
- Bring the whole family for hands-on environmental and kid's activities, thanks to local community groups
- Take home a native seedling from Men of the Trees
- Enjoy a free sausage sizzle from Falcon Lions Club
Stepping up to plant today will help shape your future Mandurah as a vibrant and healthy city.
Whether you're a long-time local or new to the area, this is a chance to grow something meaningful, together.
Things to know:
- Attendees can use street parking surrounding the reserve
- Please arrive between 9am and 9.15am so you can register before attending a tree planting briefing
- Bring a water bottle and suitable weatherproof clothing, such as a hat, raincoat, long sleeves and pants, and closed shoes
- Bring your own gloves (or borrow some on the day)
- Insect repellent and sunscreen are recommended
- The event will go ahead unless there are extreme weather conditions
Accessibility:
- A Visual Story is available for this event
- An event site map is available for easy navigation
- A communication board is available, and a printout can be collected at the event
- Accessible parking is available
- Footpaths connect all areas and activities (see event site map)
- An accessible planting area will be available
- Toilets will be on-site
- First aid will be on-site
- Need to take a break? A Chill Out Zone with earmuffs, bean bags, and sensory activities will be available
- Please get in touch if you would like to organise alternative arrangements
As a city built in nature, protecting and growing a healthy urban tree canopy and supporting our community to be proud stewards of our environment are key priorities for the City, outlined in our long-term Environment Strategy (2023-2033).
Tree planting is just one of the ways you can help nurture our environment and protect our native species. Here’s some other ways to get involved:
- Pick up a seedling at one of our local seedling giveaways (coming soon)
- Request a FREE Street Tree
- At home – plant a tree in your garden, start a vegetable patch, compost, or build a worm farm
- Download National Tree Day activity sheets
- Learn more about our city’s special trees and explore the Significant Tree Walking Trail
- Get info on environmental projects and opportunities straight to your inbox
- Find out about the free native plants on offer through the Waterwise Verge Program
- Check out what else is on in nature, including outdoor fitness and nature play activities
We all play a part in nurturing our unique environment. Join us at the National Tree Planting – we hope to see you there!
