• Polyphagous shot-hole borer treatment and impacts - Hosted by the City of Vincent, Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development

Polyphagous shot-hole borer (PSHB) is a wood-boring invasive beetle native to Asia, which was first detected in the Perth area in September 2021.  It has now been found in 30 Local Governments in the Perth area and on Rottnest Island, which this region forming a Quarantine Area.  PSHB is a serious declared pest that poses a significant threat to our urban canopy and valuable agricultural industry.  The City of Vicent and DPIRD will discuss PSHB management at Hyde Park, the impact of losing mature canopy and the approach to research and restoration. 

• Miyawaki ‘Tiny Forest’ Tour – Hosted by Murdoch University, Department of Education and Carbon Positive Australia

Created using a method developed in Japan, Miyawaki or pocket forests are densely planted native forests suitable for small areas of the urban environment. These forests mirror the natural system and mature rapidly, and can increase biodiversity, reduce urban heat and engage the community in environmental activities more effectively than traditional restoration methods. Attendees will tour one of the first Miyawaki forests in Western Australia to learn about the native species selection, density, shape and utility. Miyawaki forests are part of the suite of greening options available to Local Governments and other land managers.

• Planning Better, Not More – Hosted by the City of Perth

The City of Perth has been leading the implementation of engineering solutions such as increased soil volumes, structural cells and soils, and water sensitive urban design to support maximum tree growth in highly urbanised environments.  The City will discuss their Infill Street Tree Planting Program and Street Tree Guide, and how investment in the subterranean environment is critical to ensure trees reach their full potential.

• SubiPoP! Public Open Places Redesigned for the People of Today and Climate of Tomorrow – Hosted by the City of Subiaco

SubiPoP! is redesigning public open spaces for the people of today and the climate of tomorrow. The tour will visit the site of a new pocket park that will replace the soon to be demolished Subiaco Community Centre, raingardens in Duke Street, and the upgraded Forrest Walk, Seddon Street, Postal Walk, Walmsley Lane.

• Elected Member Masterclass: Tree Retention Through the Planning System – Hosted by the City of South Perth 

This Masterclass, targeted towards Elected Members and executives within Local Government, aims at build knowledge on the complexity of delivering good canopy outcomes on the ground and retaining mature trees. Content will include application of local planning scheme provisions, policy mechanisms for tree retention, R-Code provisions and viewpoints of council decision-makers, developers and community members.  Delivered by Donna Shaw, Director of Development and Community Services at the City of South Perth, who has also held positions as a Councillor, DAP panel member and delivers WALGA’s Elected Member training in land use planning courses.