Ben McInerney

Summer branch drop or sudden limb drop is a phenomenon that still baffles experts to a large extent. It’s the event of a tree shredding a healthy branch with no prior warning normally during the summer months. Normally a tree branch will break off when it is dead, or during heavy winds or some external […]

Ryde Council has fairly relaxed rules when it comes to the removal and pruning of trees on your property. Below we have outlined a summary of the tree removal policy. These rules state which trees are protected and which can be removed. There is also an exemption list of trees that can be removed regardless […]

Many state and council authorities consider trees essential to their environment and natural heritage. And laws are enacted to protect them against wanton destruction. Illegal tree-cutting penalties can be devastating to your finances. Read on to learn more about how to avoid them. The penalty for cutting a tree without a permit range from $2,000 […]

Palm tree pruning is a yearly maintenance practice that helps to keep your palm healthy and your yard beautiful. The cost to prune a palm tree varies from $95 to $550 depending on the size, location and number of palm trees. A small Alexander palm tree will cost less than a large date palm to […]

We have put together this guide so you can easily estimate how much it costs to remove a palm tree from your yard. The prices are based on what a local tree service company is likely to charge. The average cost of palm tree removal is $240. The real range is $150 to $2,500. At […]

Parramatta Council has strict laws governing the trimming and removal of trees. Below I have outlined the core regulations so you can see at a glance whether you need a permit to cut down your tree. If any tree falls outside these regulations or is an exempt species you may remove it without approval. Do […]

The cost to trim a palm tree varies by the tree size and species. The average cost of palm trimming is $155 for a single tree. For large date palms, it will cost closer to $560. Below we break down the price by palm type, size and city you live. Palm trimming cost by size […]

If you live in an area where 10/50 provisions apply, the scheme allows you to: Clear trees on your property within 10 metres of a home, without seeking approval; and Clear underlying vegetation (other than trees) such as shrubs on your property within 50 metres of a home, without seeking approval. There may be other […]

News broke on Nov 1st, 2019, that four ancient river red gums had been removed by Mt Barker district council to make way for a regional sports club. The online backlash from this news has continued for the last 3 weeks, with local residents up in arms over how this incident was handled. ABC Adelaide’s […]

Moreton Bay Council has some restrictions on tree removal. Whether you can remove your tree will depend on whether your tree is located in the Environmental Areas Overlay. See the image below or use the following link to see if your address is within the restricted area. Look up: Click to see if your address […]