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Imagine a cooler, greener Greater Sydney—an urban oasis where native trees provide shade, clean air, and thriving habitats. That’s the vision behind Creating Canopies, a project by Landcare NSW and Greater Sydney Landcare.

Since 2020, this inspiring initiative has been planting native trees across the region to combat urban heat and boost green spaces, focusing on areas with less than 30% canopy cover. Proudly supported by the NSW Government through its Greening our City program, Creating Canopies is making a lasting impact—and you can be part of it.

Stage 1: A Stunning Success

In 2020, Creating Canopies set out with an ambitious goal: plant 100,000 native trees by the end of 2022. Despite challenges like COVID-19 lockdowns and relentless La Niña rains, the project exceeded all expectations.

  • 163 tree planting events held
  • Nearly 2,000 dedicated volunteers planted
  • 100,000 trees? Done and dusted!

Stage 2: Bigger, Bolder, and Greener

Building on its momentum, Creating Canopies embarked on Stage 2 in 2023. The goal? An incredible 200,000 more trees planted by the end of 2025. So far, the results speak for themselves:

  • 145,442 native trees planted
  • 3,725 volunteers got their hands dirty planting
  • 143 planting events hosted
  • 35 corporate volunteering groups participated
  • 18 LGAs across Greater Sydney benefitted

With every tree planted, we’re reducing urban heat, enhancing biodiversity, and fostering community connections. Together, we’ve achieved a phenomenal 245,442 trees planted since 2020—an achievement only possible because of people like you.

Why Join a Planting Event?

When you participate in a Creating Canopies planting event, you’re doing more than planting trees. You’re:

  • Building a legacy: Creating cooler, greener neighbourhoods for generations to come.
  • Connecting with others: Meeting like-minded people who care about our environment.
  • Making a tangible difference: Contributing positively to Greater Sydney’s future.

2025: The Final Push—Let’s Finish Strong!

We’re in the home stretch of this incredible project, and your help is vital. 54,558 trees remain to be planted in 2025—the last year of Creating Canopies. The first events kick off in March, and we’d love to see you there!

Sign up for Creating Canopies updates and secure your spot at an upcoming planting event. Together, we can make this final year the most impactful yet.

Let’s Create a Cooler, Greater Sydney

Thank you to the amazing landowners, volunteers, and supporters who’ve made this project such a success so far. With your help, we’re creating resilient landscapes, connected communities, and a brighter future for Greater Sydney.

Don’t wait—join us this year and be part of something truly transformative.

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