City of Melbourne's Urban Forest Strategy

The City of Melbourne's Urban Forest Strategy aims to increase and improve the city's trees and green spaces to enhance environmental health, community wellbeing, and resilience. It focuses on planting more trees, protecting existing ones, and managing them sustainably to provide shade, improve air quality, support wildlife, and reduce urban heat. The strategy emphasizes creating a greener, cooler, and more livable city for residents, workers, and visitors by integrating urban forests into city planning and development. It’s a long-term plan to ensure Melbourne remains vibrant, sustainable, and connected to nature.