Newcastle's light rail system will not only bring a cleaner, greener transport option to the city, but will also bring more trees.
The New South Wales Government has teamed up with Newcastle City Council to develop the Tree Offset Strategy.
Revitalising Newcastle Program Director Michael Cassel says the strategy will see two trees planted for every tree removed.
Trees are expected to be removed near the Wickham Transport Interchange as roadworks are carried out.
The Council will work with the program to determine where new trees will be planted, with potential locations including the former heavy rail corridor.
Michael Cassel says the interchange design intends on having the smallest environmental impact possible.
The New South Wales Government is investing $510 million on the revitalisation program to bring people into the CBD.
