Actions from the Climate Action Plan Implementation Plan 2021/22 and 2022/23 relating to our living natural environment.
2. Biodiversity and trees
Actions
- 2.1Implementation (On time)Develop a plan to increase tree canopy and biodiversity plantings at the Freeway Golf Course
- 2.2Implementation (On time)Increase the area managed for biodiversity
- 2.3Implementation (On time)Undertake annual street tree planting and renewal
- 2.4Implementation (On time)Review mowing frequencies to align with good turf practices
- 2.5Planning (Cancelled or postponed)Design and rebuild Maranoa Botanic Garden office space
- 2.6CompletedProvide increased support for community groups working in biodiversity areas
- 2.7CompletedDeliver the Backyard Biodiversity Project
- 2.8Planning (On time)Develop a self-guided walking tour for Maranoa Botanic Gardens.
- 2.9Implementation (On time)Provide indigenous tube stock to community members
- 2.10CompletedDevelop and deliver a weed swap initiative
- 2.11Implementation (On time)Undertake a comprehensive audit of Council’s tree population
- 2.12Planning (On time)Develop an Urban Greening Strategy for Boroondara
- 2.13Planning (On time)Establish tree selection criteria for new and replacement tree plantings
- 2.14Planning (On time)Review and promote the Naturestrip Guidelines
- 2.15Implementation (On time)Expand our log hollow habitat enhancement to include hollow dependent birds
- 2.16CompletedEngage a Landscape Compliance Officer