Celebrating and conserving
Australia's iconic eucalypts
Fostering knowledge, research, and appreciation for Australia’s treasured eucalypts.
Eucalypt Australia is the operating name of the Bjarne K Dahl Trust, established in 2007 following a bequest from Bjarne Klaus Dahl.
Our mission is to inspire, connect and empower Australians to safeguard and celebrate eucalypts as vital to our landscapes, cultures and future.
Eucalypt of the Year 2026
The Marri, Corymbia calophylla
After a record number of votes for one species, Western Australia’s much-loved Marri has been crowned 2026 Eucalypt of the Year.
Image: Sophie Xiang
Dahl Medal 2026
Professor Patrick Baker
In recognition of Patrick’s significant and sustained contribution to the science of eucalypts in the fields of forest ecology and silviculture.
Photo Competition 2026
Our Eucalypt Home
It’s on again! Opening on Fascination of Plants Day, 18 May 2026, closing on 30 June and announced on National Tree Day 26 July, 2026, our theme this year is “Our Eucalypt Home”
Grants
One and two year research grants of up to $25,000 per annum and single year community grants of up to $5,000 are awarded to organisations advancing thethe research, education and conservation of eucalypts.
2027 Research and Community Grant applications are open now and close on 11 August 2026 at midnight AEST.
Fellowships
Annual Fellowships of up to $25,000 awarded to individuals for projects that advance the conservation, education or research of eucalypts.
2027 Fellowship applications are open now and close on 11 August 2026 at midnight AEST.
