Eucalypt Australia

City of Port Phillip Eucalypt Walk Port Melbourne (Vic)
2026-10-26, 2026-11-23, 2026-12-28, 2027-01-25, 2027-02-22, 2027-03-22, 2027-04-26, 2027-05-24 and 8 more dates | Fishermans Bend Community Centre, Corner Dunstan parade and Centre avenue, Port Melbourne, Vic, 3207, Australia
This Monday 23 March is National Eucalypt Day, and we’re celebrating by inviting the community to discover one of Australia’s most iconic tree groups through a new Eucalypts of Port Melbourne walking map.

This new map guides residents and visitors on a short, self‑guided walk through Port Melbourne, highlighting a diverse range of eucalypt species growing in streets, reserves and nature strips.
Along the way, walkers can learn how to identify eucalypts by observing their leaves, bark, flowers and distinctive gumnuts – and gain a deeper appreciation for the vital role these trees play in our urban forest.
Discover eucalypts close to home
Eucalypts are a defining feature of Australia’s landscape, and Port Phillip is home to an impressive variety – from smooth-barked Sydney Red Gums, perfumed lemon-scented gums and the colourful Red Flowering Gums loved by local lorikeets.
The walking map leads participants through areas including Garden City Reserve, Barak Road and Howe Parade. There are clearly marked stops where different species can be observed. Each stop includes information about what to look for, helping walkers build their confidence in identifying trees they may not normally notice.
Whether you’re a long‑time local, a student, or simply curious about nature, the walk offers an easy and engaging way to connect with the natural environment.
Why eucalypts matter in our city
Eucalypts play an especially important role in Port Phillip’s urban forest, which includes all trees and vegetation across both public and private land.
Well adapted to Australia’s climate, eucalypts are resilient, fast-growing and highly effective at cooling our streets and open spaces. Their shade helps reduce urban heat, making neighbourhoods more comfortable during warmer months. Mature eucalypts also provide essential habitat, shelter and food for birds, insects and other wildlife, supporting local biodiversity.
For Aboriginal people, eucalypts have strong cultural importance. They have been used and cared for over tens of thousands of years and remain an important part of Australia’s natural and cultural landscape today.
Australia is home to around 1,000 species of eucalypts – more than anywhere else on Earth. By planting, protecting and learning about eucalypts in our city, we’re helping ensure this remarkable botanical legacy continues into the future.
Celebrate National Eucalypt Day
National Eucalypt Day is a chance to celebrate these valuable trees and the many benefits they bring to our city.
Download the Eucalypts of Port Melbourne walking map, take a walk, and discover the diversity of eucalypts growing right outside your door.
For more information about the walking map or the City of Port Phillip’s urban forest, contact the Urban Forest team at greening@portphillip.vic.gov.au or 03 9209 6777.

Eucalypt Discovery Self Guided Walk - Australian National Botanic Gardens (ACT)
2026-11-01 08:30 - 17:00, 2026-12-01 08:30 - 17:00, 2027-01-01 08:30 - 17:00, 2027-02-01 08:30 - 17:00, 2027-03-01 08:30 - 17:00, 2027-04-01 08:30 - 17:00 (Africa/Abidjan) | Australian National Botanic Gardens, Clunies Ross Street, Acton, ACT, 2601, Australia
Explore Australia’s iconic and dominant tree species on this fascinating one-hour self-guided walk.
The Australian National Botanic Gardens are open from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm every day except Christmas Day.
Wind your way through the gardens and discover 21 of Australia’s iconic eucalypts on this self-guided walk which is supported by interpretation signs and a printed brochure.
Visit the Visitor Centre while in the Gardens to pick up a flyer and map of the walk or download one here
You’ll learn how to distinguish the three kinds of eucalypt and find out about the variety of leaves, fruits, bark and more.
Eucalypts are a defining feature of much of the Australian landscape and an essential part of Australian culture. They dominate the trees of Australia and provide habitat and food for many native animals.
Of the more than 850 eucalypt species known, almost all are native only to Australia. Some species have a wide geographic distribution; others are extremely restricted in their natural habitat and need conservation.
The initiation and the refreshing of the Eucalypt Discovery Walk has been proudly supported by Eucalypt Australia.
Our CEO Linda Baird recommends a special visit to the Eucalyptus scoparia – Wallangara White Gum – number 8 on the list – a massive example of what is normally a small to medium sized tree.

Beyond the Gum Tree: Uncovering Eucalypt Stories by the Birrarung (Vic)
2026-11-08 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-12-13 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-01-10 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-02-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-03-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-04-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-05-09 10:00 - 12:00, 2027-06-13 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Warrandyte, Yerring, Yarra Glen, Warburton
A series of four “walk-shops” celebrating the diversity of the Eucalypts of the Yarra, Birrarung river. The “walk-shops” will uncover the key characteristics of Eucalypts, their place in the riparian ecosystem and their interactions with other species.
Participants will be invited to slow down, look closely and uncover the hidden stories held in bark, leaves and form. These walks invite participants of all backgrounds to move beyond plant blindness and develop a deeper appreciation for the diversity, resilience and intelligence of these iconic trees of the Birrarung. The “walk-shops” will be hands-on, experiential and interactive. Facilitators include Vicky Shokuroglou and Rod Fensham (Eucalypts of Victoria book upcoming) and Monash University Lecturer of Australian Vegetation – Chris Lee.
