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 native biodiversity to reduce the impact of further PSHB spread.
The first round of the grant program last year awarded almost $1 million in funding, with more than 2,700 new trees planted across 20 local governments.
Applications for round two are now open, with two funding streams available for local governments located within the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development’s (DPIRD) PSHB Quarantine Area. Full details on eligibility and funding are in the Grant Program Guidelines.
Local Government Grant Program – Round 2
Round 2 of the Grant Program includes two funding streams:
- Stream 1 – Tree replacement funding: to replace trees that have been removed due to PSHB infestation.
Under Stream 1, $1,500 is available for each tree removed due to PSHB to replant three trees for every tree removed. Additional supplementary funding of up to $10,000 is available for each eligible planting project.
Stream 2 – Futureproof funding: for proactive planting projects to build canopy. Funding is available for proactive planting projects that build additional canopy cover to:
- futureproof for trees impacted by PSHB that are being managed, and/or
- futureproof against potential PSHB infestation and canopy loss.
Under Stream 2, funds of up to $100,000 are available per project to plant new trees within the local government area. Local governments may apply for multiple planting projects. Additional supplementary funding of up to $10,000 is available for each eligible planting project.
Local governments that applied for funding in Round 1 in 2025 can apply for funding in Round 2 for new planting projects.
Tree species selection guidance
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) has identified a number of tree species that are highly susceptible to polyphagous shot-hole borer (PSHB) infestation and recommends these species not be included in government-funded planting programs. The species excluded from the Grant Program are listed here.
Key dates
Applications close: 4pm Friday 3 July 2026
Successful applicants advised: week of 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
Local governments within the Quarantine Area
The following local governments are located within DPIRD’s PSHB Quarantine Area and therefore eligible to apply for funding, subject to meeting the specific eligibility requirements for each funding stream.
| City of Armadale | City of Subiaco |
| City of Bayswater | City of Swan |
| City of Belmont | City of Vincent |
| City of Canning | City of Wanneroo |
| City of Cockburn | Shire of Mundaring |
| City of Fremantle | Shire of Murray |
| City of Gosnells | Shire of Peppermint Grove |
| City of Joondalup | Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale |
| City of Kalamunda | Town of Bassendean |
| City of Kwinana | Town of Cambridge |
| City of Melville | Town of Claremont |
| City of Nedlands | Town of Cottesloe |
| City of Perth | Town of East Fremantle |
| City of South Perth | Town of Mosman Park |
| City of Rockingham | Town of Victoria Park |
| City of Stirling |
Contact
To find out more about the program, please contact the Tree Recovery team at treerecovery@dwer.wa.gov.au.
Polyphagous shot-hole borer
The national biosecurity response to Polyphagous shot-hole borer has transitioned to a management phase following a decision by the National Management Group that it is no longer technically feasible to eradicate the pest.
DPIRD is leading the transition to management in WA to minimise the impact of shot-hole borer on Perth’s tree 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.
For more information, visit DPIRD’s Polyphagous shot-hole borer website.
Local Government Grant Program Funding Guidelines - Round 2
Apply here: https://dwer-env.smartygrants.com.au/WATR_localgov_r2
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