Trees
Trees are a key part of our urban forest, providing environmental, climate, social and amenity benefits to the whole community. It is important we care for them and protect them from harm. Find out how Council manages and protects tree, how to get approval to remove or prune one, how to deal with neighbouring tree issues, how to report tree vandalism, and more.
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Benefits of trees
Randwick City's urban forest is a vital component of our landscape. Learn how it provides environmental, psychological, economic and cultural benefits to residents. -
Preserving our trees
We work to prevent the loss of local trees due to property development and indiscriminate tree felling. Read about our preservation objectives, tree permit system and penalties. -
Trees and neighbours
There are restrictions on pruning or removing trees on your neighbour’s property. Find out how to keep things neighbourly when dealing with trees on adjoining properties. -
Significant Tree Register
This document identifies significant local trees and helps to ensure their protection. Learn how trees are selected and see the strict consent process for pruning or removal. -
Removing & pruning trees
Learn how we manage the pruning and removal of trees on public land, and how residents can get approval to remove or prune trees on private land, or plant trees... -
Tree vandalism
See how Council deals with the poisoning and wilful destruction of trees within Randwick City and learn how to report an act of tree vandalism confidentially. -
Trees and Development
Development works can have a detrimental impact on both private and public trees. Read why there are strict conditions for the protection and retention of trees as part of development... -
Tree FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about trees in the Randwick area.
Last Updated: 25 May 2026