100,000 Trees

The Fraser Coast Regional Council is committed to building better communities by maintaining our unique natural environment and lifestyle. At its Ordinary Meeting 1/19 on 23 January 2019, Council passed a motion to plant 100,000 trees by 2030.

On Saturday 25 July 2026, Council planted its 100,000th tree at a community tree planting event at Takura Environmental Reserve, achieving the target four years ahead of schedule!

Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymour and Councillor Michelle Govers planted a Kauri Pine, the Fraser Coast’s official tree with a commemorative plaque unveiled and a special cake shared with volunteers and community members.

Trees absorb carbon dioxide and provide oxygen, improve air quality, conserve water, preserve soil and support wildlife. Planting 100,000 trees will provide environmental benefits and make our region a more attractive place to reside and visit.

Planting sites included are:

  • works generated through environment offset provisions;
  • offset requirements as a result tree removals in accordance with Council’s Tree Management Policy;(PDF, 236KB) and,
  • trees planted through the course of normal Council operations such as capital work projects, natural area restoration sites, tree planting programs and volunteer tree planting days.

Planted trees tally

Trees planted to 25 July 2026.

Fraser Coast Regional Council has planted 30,000 x corymbia citriodora variegata (spotted gum) which has significantly increased the number of trees planted under this initiative.

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