WA treebate 2026: The complete guide. To claiming your $150. If you are looking to add shade to your garden and want to help keep Western Australia green. The treebate program is an excellent opportunity. The state government reimburses the actual cost of the tree up to a maximum of $150 — so if your tree costs $40 you receive $40, and if it costs $150 or more you receive the full $150. With only 10,000 rebates available each financial year on a first come first served basis, the earlier you act the better. It is a clever idea to get your claim in early once you have made your purchase. Who’s Eligible, to be eligible for the rebate you must meet the following criteria. WA resident you must live in Western Australia and be at least 18 years old. *Property type, the tree must be planted on private property such as residential backyard within Western Australia * Purchase date: the tree must have been bought on or after July 28th, 2025 *Claim limit: One rebate per person per financial year. While there is no household limit everyone must submit their own separate claim. What plants qualify for the treebate. To ensure the program is successfully builds our tree canopy. There are specific requirements for plants you choose. *Native species: The tree must be native to Australia. *Size at maturity: The species must be capable of reaching a canopy height of three metres when fully grown. *Retailer locations you must purchase from a WA -based commercial nurseries or retailer. Please note that private sales (such as those via social media marketplace) are not eligible. Claiming your rebate in a step-by-step guide is straightforward. Follow these steps to ensure your application is successful. (1) Keep your receipt: Obtain an itemised tax invoice it must be digital or printed business receipt showing ABN date and the species. Note handwritten receipts or additions cannot be accepted. (2) Take a photo: Take a clear photo of the plant label or tag that shows the tree common or scientific name. (3) Plant your tree: Get your tree in the ground on your property. (4) Submit via ServiceWA The fastest way to receive your rebate is through the ServiceWA app simply navigate to the offers section select “treebate” and upload your tax invoice and label photo. (5) Receive your rebate: Once verified the rebate up to $150 is typically paid into your bank account within 7 days. You can purchase eligible native trees from reputable WA-based nurseries across Western Australia. We are building a dedicated Treebate-ready native plant store right here at treebate.com.au. Sign up below to be notified when we launch and receive your free WA Treebate Checklist delivered straight to your inbox. [Email signup form here]
Frequent questions.
(Q) can I claim more than one treebate?
(A) No, the program is limited to one rebate per person each financial year.
(Q) Does the rebate cover mulch or soil?
(A) Under the standard treebate program the rebate only applies to the purchase price of the tree itself.
(Q) What if I do not use the ServiceWA app?
(A) You can submit a manual paper claim form via post though this requires one hundred points of ID and takes up to 30 days to process.
(Q) What’s the difference between “treebate” and the tree recovery program?
(A) The treebate is open to all eligible Western Australian residents the tree recovery program is a specific rebate for those who had a tree removed by the government due to the polyphagous shot-hole borer infestation if you are a part of the recovery program your claim process may also cover establishment items like mulch or soils.