Free trees
A selection of native trees and shrubs are available every year through our Free Tree Program.
The species offered vary throughout the year and depend on availability. Generally, the plants range in size from tube stock to 200-millimetre pots.
Residents – 2023 collection dates and locations
The program is open between January and May each year, and trees will be available for collection from the locations listed below.
Residents can collect 3 free trees* per household. If you will be collecting trees for more than one property, you will need to provide a current rates notice for each property.
All free trees are to be planted on your property, not on Council-controlled land.
*Subject to availability. Free Trees runs from 8am to 2pm. Truck will leave if all plants are given away.
January 2023
Free trees are available for pick up on the following Thursdays, between 8am and 2pm (subject to stock availability).
February 2023
Free trees are available for pick up on the following Thursdays, between 8am and 2pm (subject to stock availability).
| Date |
Location |
| 2 February |
Coomera Sports Park (near indoor sports centre)
35 Beattie Road, Coomera |
| 9 February |
Pratten Park (southern end)
Old Burleigh Road, Broadbeach |
| 16 February |
Parklake
Greenway Boulevard, Maudsland |
| 23 February |
Robina Common
Ron Penhaligon Way, Robina |
March 2023
Free trees are available for pick up on the following Thursdays, between 8am and 2pm (subject to stock availability).
April 2023
Free trees are available for pick up on the following Thursdays, between 8am and 2pm (subject to stock availability).
May 2023
Free trees are available for pick up on the following Thursdays, between 8am and 2pm (subject to stock availability).
June 2023
Free trees are available for pick up on the following Thursdays, between 8am and 2pm (subject to stock availability).
| Date |
Location |
| 1 June |
Pizzey Park, opposite aquatic centre (near netball / rugby club)
Sonia Street, Mermaid waters |
Body corporates
Body corporates or unit complex managers are eligible to request 10 free trees per complex per year. All requests must be:
- on letterhead
- accompanied with details of 5 ratepayers from the unit complex
- emailed to Parks & recreational Services.
Email: parks&recreationalservices@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
We will then issue you with an approval letter. You must bring this letter with you when collecting the trees.
Trees can be collected on every Wednesday from 7.30am to 2pm between January and May at the Coombabah Nursery, Shelter Road, Coombabah.
Schools
Schools are eligible to receive 50 free trees per year. All requests must be on letterhead and signed by the Principal.
Email: parks&recreationalservices@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Trees can be collected on every Wednesday (all year) from 7.30am to 2pm at the Coombabah Nursery, Shelter Road, Coombabah and you must bring your approval letter with you.
Community groups
Applications for community groups are a consideration of the Divisional Councillor and can be made through the community grants page.
Please contact us on 07 5667 5972.