Project information
Why North Turramurra?
Our Urban Forest Strategy aims to expand Ku-ring-gai's local tree canopy from 45% to 49%. While this may seem like a small increase, it requires significant tree planting on public land, including our streets. North Turramurra presents a perfect opportunity to make meaningful progress toward this goal.
What we're doing
We've identified two streets in North Turramurra ideal for new tree plantings. If the public land outside your property is suitable, we'll:
- Supply and plant appropriate native trees
- Provide ongoing support through our Treecare Volunteer Program
- Work with you to ensure these trees thrive as healthy additions to our urban forest
Project timeframes
- Community consultation closes 8 June at 5pm
- Tree planting to commence mid June 2025.
Benefits of street trees
Trees enhance our neighborhoods in countless ways:
- Creating cooler temperatures during summer
- Improving air quality
- Supporting local biodiversity
- Maintaining Ku-ring-gai's reputation as Sydney's "green heart"
- Trees reduce stress, increase happiness, and boost creativity
- Mature trees add 10-20% to property values
- Urban trees correlate with lower crime rates (from graffiti to domestic violence)
Tree species selection
We'll be planting native species including:
- Angophora floribunda (Rough-barked Apple)
- Callistemon varieties (Bottlebrush)
- Corymbia gummifera (Red Bloodwood)
- Corymbia citriodora (Lemon-scented Gum)
- Eucalyptus haemastoma (Scribbly Gum)
- Lophostemon confertus (Brush Box)
See more information about the trees we've selected here.
Interesting tree facts
- Australia boasts approximately 900 species of eucalypts across the Eucalyptus, Corymbia, and Angophora genera
- Trees need regular watering and mulching to stay healthy
- Tree roots require both water and oxygen—avoid planting trees in lawn or compacting surrounding soil
- Contrary to popular belief, tree roots rarely damage pipes unless they're already leaking
- Trees don't die of old age—only from disease or structural damage
- Yellowing or thinning foliage can indicate a stressed tree needing attention
- The risk of a fatal tree accident in Australia is approximately 1 in 15 million—far less likely than car accidents, food poisoning, or jellyfish stings
Get more tree facts here.
