Trees that are planted on public land are managed by Council and it is illegal to prune or remove a tree owned by Council. It may also be illegal to prune a tree planted on private land, even by the owner of that tree or land without prior consent.

What to do if you believe a tree has been illegally pruned, removed, poisoned or vandalised 

If you believe a tree has been illegally pruned, removed, poisoned or vandalised, please complete this form to make a report to the Tree Management Team. 

When lodging a report: 

• Provide exact information as to what type of activity is occurring, and at what time 
• Record information – photographs etc. to assist in your complaint 

What happens next?

Council will: 

• Conduct an inspection of the tree to identify the species and the pruning undertaken 
• Gather evidence to ensure any pruning outside of consent is regulated 
• Seek additional planting if one or more trees have been removed without consent 

Find out more information about trees on public land, and tree removal approval and permits.