Free trees

A selection of trees and shrubs, including natives, are available every year through our Free Trees 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

The Free Trees Program for residents has now finished for 2026 and will reopen in January 2027.

Collection dates and locations for 2027 will be confirmed later in 2026, usually by December.

The resident collection program typically runs from January to May, with some years extending into the first week of June depending on how the final collection week falls.

When the program reopens, residents will be able to collect 3 free trees per household. If you'd like to collect trees for more than one property, you'll need to bring a current rates notice for each property.

All free trees must be planted on your property, not on Council-controlled land.

Body corporates

The Free Trees Program for body corporates has now finished for 2026 and will reopen in January 2027.

When the program reopens, body corporates or unit complex managers will be able to request 10 free trees per complex each year. Application details for 2027 will be confirmed later in 2026, usually by December.

Collection arrangements for body corporates in 2027 will be confirmed when the program reopens.

Schools

Schools are eligible to receive 50 free trees per year. All requests must be on letterhead, signed by the Principal and emailed to FTPapplications@goldcoast.qld.gov.au. You will receive an approval letter if your request is granted.

School representatives can collect trees from Coombabah Nursery, Shelter Road, Coombabah, on Wednesdays (year-round) from 8am to 2pm. Please present your approval letter on arrival.

Community groups

Applications for community groups are a consideration of the Divisional Councillor and can be made through the community grants page.

To find out more please contact us on 07 5667 5972.