The City of Whitehorse has many parks and bushland reserves to explore including the formal Box Hill Gardens and the richly bio-diverse bushland parks. Like
If you would like to request for a tree to be assessed for significance status please complete the form below. Council keeps a database of trees that have been
We have some tree-mendous news to share! We've planted a staggering 3,654 new street trees across Whitehorse in 2025, solidifying our position as the number one
We are collecting stories and images of trees that people love in Whitehorse. We will add these images and stories to social media so that other people can
Did you know some types of fruit netting aren’t allowed in Victorian households because they can harm local wildlife. It’s illegal in Victoria to use or sell
Buildings and works near a tree will require a permit but there are steps you can consider when planning a deck. Large trees will have roots that collect the
Many people have trees close to their property boundary meaning that branches inevitably grow over the fence. This might be perfectly fine with both households
Whitehorse is well known for its fauna and flora. Find out what is available within Whitehorse to ensure this is maintained and enhanced throughout the
In February 2018, Schedule 9 to the Significant Landscape Overlay (SLO9) was applied on an interim basis for 12 months. SLO9 works to protect trees on all land
Whitehorse is well known for its fauna and flora. Find out what is available within Whitehorse to ensure this is maintained and enhanced throughout the