Program overview
The WA Tree Recovery Local Government Grant Program (Grant Program) provides funding to local governments to plant replacement trees for those impacted by the Polyphagous shot-hole borer (PSHB). It also supports local governments to futureproof against the pest by increasing overall tree canopy cover and species diversity to reduce the impact of further PSHB spread.
The first round of the grant program in 2025 awarded almost $1 million in funding, with more than 2,700 new trees planted across 20 local governments.
Local Government Grant Program – Round 2
Round 2 was launched on 26 May and applications closed on 3 July 2026.
This year, the second round has grown to award more than $3.3 million to 26 local governments, supporting the planting of more than 10,000 trees.
Round 2 of the Grant Program included two funding streams:
- Stream 1 – Tree replacement funding: to replace trees that have been removed due to PSHB infestation.
Under Stream 1, local governments could apply for $1,500 for each tree removed due to PSHB infestation, supporting the planting of three replacement trees for every tree removed. Additional supplementary funding of up to $10,000 was available for each eligible planting project.
Stream 2 – Futureproof funding: for proactive planting projects to build canopy. Funding was available for proactive planting projects that build additional canopy cover to:
- support trees impacted by PSHB that are being actively managed, and/or
- reduce the risk of future canopy loss resulting from PSHB infestations.
Under Stream 2, funds of up to $100,000 were available per project to plant new trees within the local government area. Local governments could apply for multiple planting projects. Additional supplementary funding of up to $10,000 was available for each eligible planting project.
Local governments that applied for funding in Round 1 in 2025 could also apply for funding in Round 2 for new planting projects.
Successful recipients under Round 2 of the Local Government Grant Program:
| Local Government | Funding offered (GST exclusive) |
|---|---|
| City of Bayswater | $210,000 |
| City of Belmont | $210,000 |
| City of Canning | $99,968 |
| City of Cockburn | $165,973 |
| City of Fremantle | $110,000 |
| City of Gosnells | $110,000 |
| City of Joondalup | $83,140 |
| City of Kalamunda | $210,000 |
| City of Kwinana | $210,000 |
| City of Melville | $95,655 |
| City of Perth | $196,176 |
| City of Rockingham | $99,376 |
| City of South Perth | $65,500 |
| City of Subiaco | $100,000 |
| City of Swan | $210,000 |
| City of Vincent | $82,229 |
| City of Wanneroo | $110,000 |
| Shire of Mundaring | $180,998 |
| Shire of Murray | $87,433 |
| Shire of Peppermint Grove | $124,051 |
| Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale | $163,940 |
| Town of Bassendean | $36,153 |
| Town of Cambridge | $130,636 |
| Town of Cottesloe | $64,000 |
| Town of East Fremantle | $68,182 |
| Town of Mosman Park | $96,529 |
Key dates
Successful applicants advised: week commencing 17 August 2026
Start of planting projects: after an offer of funding is accepted
Completion of planting projects: by 31 August 2028
Final reports due: 5pm Friday 6 October 2028
Contact
To find out more about the program, please contact the Tree Recovery team at treerecovery@dwer.wa.gov.au.
Polyphagous shot-hole borer
DPIRD is leading Western Australia's transition to management of PSHB to minimise its impact on Perth's urban canopy and help protect the State's horticultural industries and environment.
DPIRD is working with industry, community and local government partners to build capacity to manage the pest.
Visit DPIRD’s Polyphagous shot-hole borer website for more information, including restrictions on the movement of live plants, green waste and wood.
