Native Tree Subsidy Program
*The 2023 Tree Subsidy Program has ended. Please stay tuned for information on the 2024 program.
The Shire of Northam is working with Westgrow Farm Trees to provide a selection of native trees and shrubs for landowners to plant on their property as part of the Shire’s Native Tree Subsidy Program. This program has been developed to encourage landowners to revegetate their properties to enhance and support biodiversity by improving the landscape quality. As the trees and shrubs establish, residents taking advantage of this program will be able to enjoy the benefits of increased shade, reductions in ambient temperature whist providing food, shelter and corridor connections between vegetation pockets for native animals.
During the months of May and June, landowners within the Shire of Northam with a property size over 2000m2 have the opportunity to purchase trays of native trees for the discounted price of $25 (more than 50% OFF!!). Trays available at this price will be allocated based on property size as indicated in the table provided.
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PROPERTY SIZE
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Area in Hectares
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Area in Acres
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Trees / Trays to be allocated
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0.2ha (2000m2) up to 15ha
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5 to 37.06 acres
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64 trees ( 1 tray )
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15.1ha up to 80ha
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37.07 to 197.68 acres
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128 trees ( 2 trays )
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Over 80ha
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Over 197.69 acres
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192 trees (3 trays )
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Species available for 2024
HOW DO YOU COLLECT YOUR TREES?
Residents will be able to pay and collect their trees at the same time. The program will be running from the rear of the Emergency Services Complex located on Henry Street on the following days:
Trays will cost $25 and payment can be made by cash or EFTPOS.
As required in previous years, landowners will need to provide proof of residency and details will be recorded to assist in designing similar programs in the future.
Limited trays of these varieties are available and will be allocated on a first come basis for purchase.
Selections available include a variety of species that are suitable for different soil types and species that can be grown to serve multiple purposes including hedges, windbreaks, shade, bird attracting, bee attracting, ornamental use and those that are salt tolerant. Each tray holds 64 tube stock plants and landowners will be able to select one species for each tray.
Landowners taking advantage of this tree subsidy will need to be mindful of the species they select to ensure they are appropriate for the property size and that the trees at maturity are clear from impeding on neighbouring properties, existing services and/or firebreaks.
GREEN GUARDS
Want to protect your trees from animals, wind and the sun while they establish??
The shire is selling tree guards that are plastic free, weather resistant and biodegradable for $1 each. This includes the cardboard guard and one stake.
These tree guards are durable for approximately 18 months
For additional information on the benefits of this product click HERE.
