Build Nature in Devonport

About the Project

Devonport City Council is developing a new Build Nature In Strategy to guide how trees, vegetation and green spaces are planned, protected and enhanced across the city.

This project is being developed in partnership with the University of Tasmania and Inspiring Place Consultants, with a strong focus on community and stakeholder input.

WORD Participant Recruitment Contact Letter – 28 May 2026

The Build Nature In project aims to better understand how people who live and work in Devonport:

  • Feel about trees and urban vegetation
  • Value existing green spaces
  • Would like to see the city develop in the future

Feedback will inform a long term strategy to improve Devonport's urban forest and ensure it meets community needs. The work also considers how trees and green spaces can help respond to challenges such as climate change, heat and liveability.

Project partners: University of Tasmania • Inspiring Place Consultants

Why This Matters

Trees and vegetation play an important role in our city. They can:

Help reduce heat and improve comfort in urban areas
Support environmental health and biodiversity
Enhance community wellbeing and create more attractive public spaces
Contribute to climate change resilience

Workshop discussions will explore both the benefits and potential challenges of increasing tree canopy across Devonport.

PDF UTAS Urban Forest Workshops – May 2026

Expected Outcomes

The project will deliver a Build Nature In Strategy for Devonport, which will:

Identify priorities for tree planting and vegetation management
Reflect community and stakeholder values and preferences
Highlight opportunities to improve canopy cover and urban greening
Inform future planning, infrastructure and public space decisions
Support climate adaptation and resilience efforts

Get Involved

Community participation is a key part of shaping this strategy. There will be a range of opportunities to get involved, including:

Community Workshops

Participate in a guided session to share your thoughts and ideas about:

  • Trees and vegetation you like or don't like
  • Planting preferences and priorities
  • How green spaces could improve Devonport
  • Climate and environmental challenges facing the city

PDF UTAS Urban Forest Workshops – May 2026

Dates
12 to 21 June 2026
Times
TBC
Locations
TBC

Stakeholder Interviews

Selected community representatives and organisations will be invited to participate in:

  • Workshops (approximately 1.5 hours)
  • Interviews (45 to 60 minutes)

Register Your Interest

If you would like to participate, please register your interest.

RSVP by: TBC

Contact: Kate Reilly, Community Service Manager, Devonport City Council

Register Your Interest

Stay Updated

More information, including confirmed dates and opportunities to provide feedback, will be shared soon.

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