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Ambitious target set to increase Camden’s tree canopy

Ambitious target set to increase Camden’s tree canopy
July 24, 2023

Camden Council’s draft Urban Forest Strategy 2023, which is on public exhibition, sets an ambitious target to increase the region’s tree canopy from 15% to 40% by 2036.

In order to achieve that target, the Strategy includes an action plan for the increase of the canopy, the management of the urban forest and engagement with the community and stakeholders.

Mayor of Camden Ashleigh Cagney said the work towards the tree canopy target had already begun with more than 27,000 trees being planted in the Camden area since 2021.

Mayor Cagney advised “we’re one of the fastest growing Local Government Areas in Australia, and so it’s important we act now to ensure we can meet these canopy targets through that growth.

“Trees are an essential part of our urban areas. They add a sense of charm, help mitigate the Urban Heat Island Effect, improve residents’ health and wellbeing, and help biodiversity flourish.

“There’s lots of work to do and through that hard work, I look forward to seeing Camden’s canopy grow for future generations.”

Earlier this year, Council conducted a community survey on urban forest. It found that 86% of the community strongly agreed there should be more urban forest.

To view the draft Urban Forest Strategy 2023 and have your say, visit yourvoice.camden.nsw.gov.au.

Image. Macarthur Park. Credit: Camden Council

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