Residential Rebate Program – open from 28 July 2025
It’s as easy as One, Two, Tree. West Australian residents impacted by tree loss as a result of Polyphagous shot-hole borer (PSHB) can now access a rebate of up to $150 for every tree replanted.
One: Buy a tree. Two: Plant the tree. Tree: Make a claim via ServiceWA.
And don’t forget you’ll need to keep your tax invoice and a photo of the plant label to get your rebate.
PSHB – a tiny beetle that digs deep into the trunks, stems and branches of trees and plants – has been impacting trees in backyards across Perth in recent years. This is obviously a great loss for the community, and our local wildlife.
The State Government is committed to strengthening Perth’s urban canopy for the future.
Eligible Western Australian landowners can now claim up to $150 for every tree removed by the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) as a result of PSHB.
Tree planting establishment items can also be included in this $150 claim. Eligible establishment items include soil, soil improver, fertiliser, mulch, soil wetting agent, tree support stakes and guards and additional eligible trees.
Eligibility
Residential rebate program is open to Western Australians who have had a tree removed from their property under DPIRD authorisation due to PSHB.
To receive the rebate you must ensure:
- Your replacement tree's canopy must reach at least three metres in height when mature.
- Your replacement tree must not be a box elder maple (Acer negundo), coral tree (Erythrina x sykesii), or a robinia (Robinia pseudoacacia, also known as mop top robinia or black locust). These tree species are extremely susceptible to PSHB and increase the risk of infestation to surrounding trees.
- You have a photo of the plant label showing the tree’s scientific or common name to submit in your claim.
- You purchase your tree and any establishment items in one transaction and ensure you get a tax invoice as proof of purchase. You will need a valid tax invoice to claim your rebate.
How to claim
The ServiceWA app is the fastest, most secure and most convenient way to claim the WA Tree Recovery Program offer.
Please visit the ServiceWA Latest offers webpage for more information on setting up a ServiceWA account and claiming the WA Tree Recovery Program offer via the ServiceWA app.
If you need help setting up your Digital ID, please watch ServiceWA step-by-step videos, and resources and translations. You can also ask for support through ServiceWA Customer Care on 13 33 92 (open 24/7) or support@digital.wa.gov.au (open 8.30am-4.30pm, weekdays).
Alternative claim methods
If you are unable to claim through the ServiceWA app, you can claim via a paper claim form. Download, complete and post with copies of your identity documents to meet 100 points of ID from the examples provided.
Processing times for paper form claims may take up to 30 days. Paper form claims will receive an email update from support@digital.wa.gov.au to their nominated email address.
Download, print and complete this form.
Help
Please direct any queries to ServiceWA Customer Care on 13 33 92 (open 24/7) or support@digital.wa.gov.au (open 8.30am-4.30pm, weekdays).
Treebate
DWER is also delivering Treebate – a $150 rebate for Western Australians who plant a native tree on their property. Visit the Treebate website for more information.
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