Published on Monday, 3 August 2026 at 8:41:31 AM
You may have noticed some new plant babies taking root at Elizabeth Baillie Park!
As part of the Town's Urban Ecosystems Program, more than 8,500 locally endemic tube stock have recently been planted throughout the park.
The program aims to create and improve local ecosystems by establishing self-sustaining habitats using endemic plant species. The new plants complement existing features, such as tree hollows, to create thriving habitats for local wildlife.
A healthy urban environment is made up of diverse green spaces, from leafy parks to landscaped commercial areas. By planting native trees and shrubs and increasing vegetated areas, we can strengthen local ecosystems and provide food, shelter and nesting opportunities for a range of wildlife.
Ahead of the planting, the Town engaged WA Ecologist and Ornithologist Dr Simon Cherriman to create tree hollows in two sturdy jarrahs situated within the park. Tree hollows can take decades, or even centuries, to form naturally and provide critical nesting and shelter sites for birds, microbats, skinks, and other native animals. Learn more about our tree hollow project here.
Watch the video below as Urban Ecosystems Supervisor Bushy explains the Urban Ecosystems Program, how the plants were selected and grown, and how planting and tree hollows work together to support local biodiversity.
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