The City of Belmont is doubling its free tree offer this winter, with eligible households able to receive two free trees through the 2026 Trees for Residents program.
The expanded offer supports residents to plant trees on their private property, helping create cooler, greener neighbourhoods while increasing shade and habitat across the community.
City of Belmont Mayor Robert Rossi said the expanded program reflects the strong desire within the community to create greener, more liveable suburbs.
“This is about partnership. It’s Council and residents working together to make a real difference in our neighbourhoods.
“In times when many households are feeling the pressure, initiatives like this are about giving something back in a practical way. Trees play a vital role in cooling our suburbs and making our neighbourhoods more comfortable places to live.
“By increasing the number of free trees available over the next five years, we’re making it easier for residents to be part of something positive, helping to shape a greener future for our community here in Belmont,” said Mayor Rossi.
The Trees for Residents program supports the City’s broader commitment to building a cooler, greener and more resilient urban environment, while giving residents the opportunity to enhance their own gardens and outdoor spaces.
Last winter, more than 200 trees were collected and planted by residents across the City, contributing to increased canopy cover and long-term environmental benefits for the community.
The program runs alongside the City’s wider winter planting efforts, which will see 3,000 trees and more than 50,000 plants installed across streetscapes, parks, verges and natural areas in the coming months.
Residents can request their free trees by completing the submission form on the City’s website, collecting a hard copy form from the Civic Centre, or contacting the City directly.
Applications for the Trees for Residents program are open until Friday 1 May, or while stocks last.
For more information, visit the City of Belmont website.