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Ben McInerney

Review Board Member
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CEO, Researcher, Editor
Expertise: Horticulture, Arboriculture
Education: TAFE NSW

Experience

My work story begins with a lawn care and garden maintenance business in Sydney’s southwest. While working, I studied Certificate III in Horticulture (Arboriculture) to work exclusively with trees. I started my first business, Busy Bee Mowing and Gardens, at 21 until I found my calling in Arboriculture. After becoming qualified it was a natural progression to sell my mowing run and start Tree Tree Man Arborist Services. Climbing trees for a living is pretty hard work, and after 7 years of running a tree removal service, I wanted something different. Not long after, I founded my first internet business, GoTreeQuotes. I had a lot of knowledge to share on trees, and I noticed that the topic was not covered well or accurately. Plus, I was able to help readers make better decisions when hiring tree surgeons.  

Education

  • Certificate III Horticulture (Arboriculture)

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In an industry that isn’t regulated, it can be tough to find a trusted and qualified arborist in Brisbane. That’s why we created Go Tree Quotes. How it works is previous users vote on the best local arborists based on price and quality of service. You fill in a quick form with details about you’re […]

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Tree removal in Kingston VIC is regulated by the council to maintain the current canopy cover of large trees in the region. They have some easy-to-follow rules so you can quickly identify if your tree needs a permit to remove or if you can just go ahead. See below for details. Can I remove a […]

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Tree removal in Glen Eira council areas is regulated to maintain and increase the current canopy cover in the area which benefits all residents. Because of this, you may need a permit before removing a tree. Read on for more info about which trees need a permit and which are on to remove. Which trees […]

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Brisbane City Council has strict laws in relation to the removal and pruning of local trees. There are 4 separate categories of vegetation laws under the Natural Assets Local Law 2003 (NALL) make it easier for residents to understand whether they can remove their trees in Brisbane legally or not easier, but I’m still scratching […]

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Gosford and Wyong Councils amalgamated several years back to create an all-encompassing Central Coast Council. Upon amalgamation they have updated the way they protect trees making it little bit harder to remove trees on the central coast. Below is a summary of what trees you can remove without needing to apply for a permit and […]

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Like most councils in Victoria, Frankston Council regulates the removal of trees in the area to preserve the canopy cover that all residents benefit from. To that effect, you do need to be aware of the laws surrounding tree removal in Frankston. Can I remove a tree in Frankston without a permit? In short yes. […]

When a neighbour’s tree falls onto your property and causes damage to a fence, shed, or your home, you may be wondering who is liable. If your neighbour’s tree damages your property, he is not automatically liable for fixing the damage. Here are two scenarios to explain further. If the tree is rotten and prone […]

Who is Responsible for Tree Limbs on Power Lines

Trees growing near power lines are a potential hazard. Such trees need to be trimmed or removed for the safety of the people near them and to protect the power line. Homeowners are responsible for trimming trees near power lines on their property according to the Electricity Industry Safety Steering Committee Guidelines. Any tree on […]

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Trees add lots of value to your property (and to the planet)! However, they can also be a liability. If you have large or old trees on your property, having a reputable tree lopper or arborist at the ready can save you from significant damage. Instead of worrying about your large trees during the next […]

Nearly all councils in Australia require property owners to obtain a permit before removing trees on their property. However, there are a few exemptions here and there based on local council-level or state-level tree protection laws. You don’t need the approval to remove dangerous trees or young trees less than 3 meters high, palm trees […]