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Help us design our future forest

Hi there,

Thanks for taking the time to take our survey!

We’ve launched this survey because we want to know your opinion about trees in and around Canberra’s National Triangle (see map below – referring to area within the outlined regions) as we develop a new tree management policy.

The survey takes about 5 minutes and it will give you a say in the future of our capital’s green spaces.

 
1.How important would you say our trees are to you?
2.When you think of Canberra’s treed landscape, what are the first three words that come to mind?
3.How important are each of these benefits to you? (1=not at all important, 5=very important)
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Creation of aesthetics and beauty
Places to exercise
Places to unwind and relax
Conservation of plant life
Bringing nature and wildlife into the city
Places to spend weekend or family time
Climate change mitigation
Provision of shade and cooling
Creation of more valuable homes in the surrounding areas
Places where people meet/creation of community
4.What do you use the green space in Canberra’s National Triangle for? (Please tick all that apply)
5.When you think  about trees, how much do each of these words resonate with you? (1=not at all, 5=very strongly)
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Canopy cover
Urban forest
Open spaces
Green spaces
Street trees
Nature
Biodiversity
Heritage value
6.When it comes to issues related to urban green space in Canberra's National Triangle, how strongly do you feel about trees in relation to the following? (1=strongly disagree, 5=strongly agree)
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They take up space that could be used for development
They take up space that could be used for parking
They restrict available event space
They are not getting maintained/looking shabby
They present a safety risk
I know who governs them and what that work consists of
Particular species need to be established and maintained
We should invest in them
7.Would you say that Canberra’s National Triangle has:
8.Like people, trees have a lifespan and many are coming to the end of their lives. As we replace them, which of these is the most important consideration to you? (Please choose one)
9.Do you know who is responsible for the care and maintenance of the trees and green space in and around the National Triangle?
10.Do you have any further comments or issues to raise about the trees and green space in the National Triangle?
11.And one last question, from what organisation or group would you say your answers best represent?
12.Would you like to be kept in the loop regarding the development of the NCA's new tree management policy (ticking yes may result in request for consultation via email, phone call or in person)?
13.What’s the best way to get in contact with you? (Please provide full name, phone number or email address, and contact availability)
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