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Restoring renewable energy sites through carbon-enriched revegetation

Renewable energy infrastructure developers are strengthening their environmental commitments by adopting carbon-enriched revegetation products that help to restore disturbed land …
Crown land in New Zealand is to the be planted with trees.

New Zealand to plant trees on low-value crown land

The New Zealand cabinet has agreed to explore public-private partnerships to plant trees on crown land, supporting the country’s climate-change …
A maximum outreach of 10.4 metres at full load in the basket makes the S20 ideal for a wide range of applications. Image: CMC

CMC’s S20 platform from the Light and Compact series

The new machine from the Light and Compact series, CMC’s S20, was presented at the European trade shows during September.
Lucas Mill’s largest individual order to date marked a new milestone for the team. A container of Lucas Mill mills are headed for the Solomon Islands.

Solomon Islands marks a new milestone for Lucas Mill

The Solomon Islands has received 67 portable sawmills from Australian company, Lucas Mill.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Enjoying a work party.

How to have a safe and happy work party

If an end-of-year work party with employees is planned, it’s important to consider work health and safety. Business.gov.au has some …
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held to mark the grand opening of Zoomlion’s Melbourne headquarters. Image: Zoomlion Australia

Zoomlion Australia opens new Melbourne headquarters

Zoomlion Australia & New Zealand, a subsidiary of the Chinese earthmoving machinery OEM, officially opened the doors to its Melbourne …

EWPs and Arbor mech

Stefano Di Santo is the new CEO at CMC Lifts. Image: CMC Lifts

Stefano Di Santo appointed CEO of CMC

CMC has announced the appointment of Stefano Di Santo as the Group’s new Chief Executive Officer. The decision, which follows …
The 170 model provides a cost-efficient entry to premium Leguan features. Image: Leguan Lifts

Leguan 170 spider lift launch

Leguan Lifts has announced the upcoming global launch of the Leguan 170, the newest addition to its All-terrain series.
Hungarian customers will gain access to Leguan’s full range of spider lifts, supported by Verbis Kft’s established sales network and service infrastructure. Image: Leguan Lifts

Verbis Kft takes Leguan Lifts to Hungary

Leguan Lifts, the Finnish manufacturer of market defining all-terrain spider lifts, has expanded its presence in Central Europe by appointing …
Dr Luke Jeffrey climbing wetland melaleuca in the Black Rocks Nature Reserve (near Pottsville NSW) to measure gas fluxes in the bark of trees. credit Luke Jeffrey/Southern Cross University

Bark of trees’ hidden superpower

Australian researchers have discovered the bark of trees harbours trillions of microbes that help scrub the air of greenhouse and …
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Short-course training can maintain compliance

As Australian businesses return from the holiday break and plan for the year ahead, workplace compliance is back in sharp …
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Calls for rethink of global sustainable development agenda

As the world approaches the 2030 deadline for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with fewer than one in five targets …

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Urban greening toolkit

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Key advantages of a mid-size excavator

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No-cost training resources for small business

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Voluntary Small Business Wage Compliance Code

A small business may not be prosecuted for underpaying if it complies with the Voluntary Small Business Wage Compliance Code. Image: Viktoriia/stock.adobe.com
The TTIA’s Brian Beecroft clarifies key aspects of the Voluntary Small Business Wage Compliance Code.

Jamie Boston: competitive climber, arborist, and industry supporter

Jamie Boston. Pro arborist, and international climber. Image: Image: ITCC
Queensland’s Jamie Boston has a wealth of arboricultural experience.

The December 2025/January 2026 issue features Tomcat Chippers

The December 2025/January 2026 issue is available now. Image: Prime creative Media
The Australian Arbor Age has locked up another year and launched into a new one. The December 2025/January 2026 issue, featuring …

Business & Finance

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Updating superannuation and holiday pay

A major change is coming updating superannuation contributions. The TTIA’s Brian Beecroft clarifies the situation for workers and employers.
The Key Apprenticeship Program Employer Incentive payment will be introduced to acknowledge employers’ role in training skilled workers. Image: czamfir/stock.adobe.com

Key Apprenticeship incentive payments for 2026

The Key Apprenticeship Program Employer Incentive payment will be introduced to acknowledge employers’ role in training skilled workers. This funding …
Hungarian customers will gain access to Leguan’s full range of spider lifts, supported by Verbis Kft’s established sales network and service infrastructure. Image: Leguan Lifts

Verbis Kft takes Leguan Lifts to Hungary

Leguan Lifts, the Finnish manufacturer of market defining all-terrain spider lifts, has expanded its presence in Central Europe by appointing …
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No-cost training resources for small business

Here are five no-cost education and training resources to upskill your team and help your small business thrive.

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Australians lost more than $13.8 million to text message scams in the first ninth months of 2025. Image: A_B_C/stock.adobe.com

New rules for businesses sending text messages

The way businesses and organisations send branded text messages is changing.
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Textiles beat the heat

As global temperatures rise and heatwaves intensify, an innovation in textiles co-developed by University of South Australia scientists promises to …
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Adopt AI safely

New guidance from the Department of Industry, Science and Resources helps Australian businesses adopt AI safely and responsibly.
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Reclaiming time and profit

Running a tree business is one of the toughest trades in Australia. The physical work is demanding. But ask any …
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Poplar survival

A new study has found how poplar trees can naturally adjust a key part of their wood chemistry based on …