Parks, trees and beaches

Mowing requests

Click here to request mowing of parks, reserves, sports and recreational facilities, footpaths, cycleways and roadside/nature strips.

Public (Council) tree removal or pruning

Click here to submit a request to prune or remove a public (council) tree in a park reserve, recreational facility, footpath, roadside etc.

Private tree enquires

Click here to submit a request regarding private trees including general advice and application process

Tree pruning and removal assessment form

Use this form to determine what type of Council-issued approval (if any) is required prior to tree removal or pruning.

Beach and foreshore requests

Click here to request the following beach and foreshore requests including beach accessway or boardwalk repairs, boat ramp maintenance, damaged dune fencing, erosion maintenance, litter/rubbish removal and vegetation pruning /weeding.

Parks, gardens and recreational facilities maintenance

Click here to request general maintenance of parks, gardens, playgrounds, sports and recreational facilities.

Pests and weeds

Click here to complete a request for environmental pests and weeds issues.

Biosecurity permit application

Use this form to apply for a permit that authorises conduct that, but for the permit, would or might contravene a requirement imposed by or under the Biosecurity Act 2015. You cannot proceed with the proposed activity until a permit is granted.

Record of environmental works - volunteers and committees

Use this form to report the sighting of weeds and help us improve Port Stephens environmental value.

Environmental volunteer resource request form

Use this form if you are a Council registered environmental volunteer group who provide assistance with the bush regeneration, habitat improvement, weeding activities and maintenance of local parks and reserves to request resources.