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Growing a Greener West

Canopy Accelerator Cooperative Limited (CACL) is transforming Western Melbourne through community-driven tree planting and environmental stewardship.

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Our Mission & Values

CACL stands as a testament to the transformative power of collective action and community-driven initiatives, fostering environmental stewardship and community empowerment.

Environmental Impact

Combat climate change by increasing tree canopy cover in Wyndham and neighboring western suburbs through community-owned tree nurseries.

Community Empowerment

Foster belonging and support for residents through the WynTree Friends Group, emphasizing inclusivity regardless of cultural background.

Social Enterprise

A sustainable business model combining entrepreneurial spirit with environmental consciousness for community cohesion and job creation.

What We Do

From seeds to social enterprise success - our comprehensive approach to environmental conservation and community engagement.

Tree Nursery Operations

Operate the WynTree Nursery at Point Cook Coastal Park, growing indigenous seedlings and advanced trees in our nursery by our volunteers and in partnership with the Tree Project, Seeds2Leaves and others.

Volunteer Training

Train community members to nurture seedlings in their backyards, fostering decentralized and participatory environmental stewardship.

Tree Planting Services

Provide planting services including tiny forests, woody meadows, maintenance, and landscaping services to government and institutional clients.

Containers4Trees Program

Partner with CDS Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme - every $20 donation received commits CACL to plant a tree in Wyndham and western suburbs.

Our Partners

Building a family from partnerships - collaborating for a greener Wyndham and beyond.

Tree Project Inc

34-year-old organization providing seeds, training, and mentoring for growing seeds to seedlings in volunteers' backyards as well as the supply of seedlings for our tree planting projects..

Parks Victoria

Providing the facilities and funding for nursery operations and environment related and community strengthening activities.

Wyndham City Council

Funding support for administration and tree nursery operations, procurement of trees and planting services.

Asian Business Association of Wyndham

Sharing the facilities for community building, Mens Shed, WynFlower Project and volunteers for maintenance of the Nursery and the buildings.

HWPL / IPYG

International Peace advocacy organisation partnering with us through the Trees4Peace Program and the establishment of Peace Parks.

Lions Club

Partnership promoting volunteering, support through funding and volunteers for tree planting projects. Collaboration in Lions Canopy Project to plant 1 million trees by 2027.

CDS Victoria

Container Deposit Scheme partner enabling community donations for tree planting.

Greening the West

Regional network collaborating on canopy cover initiatives across Western Melbourne.

Our Officers

Meet the dedicated officers leading Canopy Accelerator Cooperative Limited.

Walter Villagonzalo
Walter Villagonzalo

President

John Kalla
John Kalla

Chief Executive Officer

Ruth Kalla
Ruth Kalla

Secretary

Melba Waugh
Melba Waugh

Treasurer

Liza Villagonzalo
Liza Villagonzalo

Director

Jonathan Baluscang
Jonathan Baluscang

Director

Jason Banico
Jason Banico

Consultant

Hardjinder Singh
Hardjinder Singh

Consultant

Get Involved

Join the WynTree Friends Group and become part of our mission to transform Western Melbourne's landscape. Every volunteer makes a difference!

Nursery operations and tree care
Backyard seedling nurturing
Community planting events
Education and outreach programs
Join Our Team
Volunteers planting trees

Contact Us

Ready to join our mission? Get in touch to learn more about volunteering, partnerships, or our tree planting services.

WynTree Nursery Location

461 Point Cook Road, Point Cook, Victoria 3030

Volunteer Hours

Contact us to arrange volunteer sessions
Flexible scheduling available

WynTree Friends Group

Join our online community through
Parks Victoria's Park Connect platform