Tree programs, events and initiatives


Canberra Tree Week

Canberra Tree Week runs in May each year as a celebration of trees in Canberra.

Autumn Leaves Map

This interactive map will guide you to some of Canberra’s most striking autumnal displays.

Shade our Play program

The Shade our Play program was introduced in November 2023 to boost tree canopy cover across ACT public schools.

Blue trees

In 2023 the ACT Government launched the Blue Tree Project by painting our first blue tree along Hindmarsh Drive in Lyons.

Spring blossoms map

Take a look at the map to plan your own tour and visit of Canberra’s most beautiful flowering trees.

Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the Ngunnawal people as traditional custodians of the ACT and recognise any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region. We acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this city and this region.

To see how we are building stronger relationships with the Traditional Custodians of the ACT view the Reconciliation Action Plan.