Role Title: Tree Canopy Coverage Evaluation Intern
Organisation: Shire of Peppermint Grove
Internship Period: Summer (November - December)
Location: Peppermint Grove
The intern will work with the Shire of Peppermint Grove to evaluate the impact of infilling and lot subdividing on the Shire's tree canopy coverage, environmental conditions and community welfare. The outcome of this project is to further promote the Shire's status of a Garden Shire by researching other garden suburbs and the impact of tree-removal. The intern will work with the Shire planner and Manager of infrastructure to evaluate the best options for the Shire and proposing a plan for sustainable infill that can be submitted to the WA Planning Commission.
Peppermint Grove is one of the State’s most beautiful suburbs, known for its large character homes set in tranquil tree-lined streets and lush, verdant parks located by the calm waters and serene shores of the Swan River.