More than 100 trees will be planted in several carparks across the Shoalhaven to mitigate urban heat and increase biodiversity.
Council secured $488,000 in funding from the NSW Department of Planning under the Greening our City Grant, to provide shade for nine, high-traffic asphalt areas in Nowra, West Vincentia, Milton and Ulladulla.
Shoalhaven was one of 24 councils across the state to receive a share of the $10 million in funding and Mayor Patricia White said it will go a long way to improving the amenity and liveability of local town centres.
"I'd like to thank the NSW Government for this vital funding contribution that will allow Council to undertake the significant work required to increase canopy cover in these high heat vulnerability areas," Cr White said.
"I'm confident this much-needed project will dramatically improve not only the look of our city but the overall comfort and amenity our community deserves while visiting our CBD areas.
"Congratulations to our staff for securing this necessary funding to enable the further beautification of our city while mitigating the impacts of climate change and fostering biodiversity," she said.
Council has selected 102 mature, broad canopy trees to be strategically planted primarily in Council carparks and sporting complexes over the next 12 months.
The project will involve the installation of soil vaults or cells into the asphalt to ensure the trees develop strong, healthy root systems.
The work will be undertaken by Council's technical services team with support from in-house, qualified tree officers.
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