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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 …
Barton Allen-Hall. Winner of the 2024 ITCC Masters

Barton Allen-Hall: 2024 ITCC world champion

Barton Allen-Hall from Arboriculture Australia and Stephanie Dryfhout from the New Zealand Arboriculture Association won the ISA 2024 International Tree …

EWPs and Arbor mech

The forSte 14A model offers a working height of 13.50m and a horizontal reach of 7.10m, along with a robust load capacity of 230kg. Image: Altequip

Ute-mounted EWP from Socage

The forSte 14A Speed ute-mounted EWP has established itself as a leading model in Europe, becoming the top-selling 4×4 aerial …
The XR8D hasn’t just improved access – It’s dramatically increased output and reduced fatigue across the ARK Arborists crew. Images: Monitor

ARK Arborists level up with the Först XR8D wood chipper

Tight access and steep gradients are all in a day’s work for the team at ARK Arborists. But the addition …
The MRT-X 3060 paired with a grapple saw is ideal for forestry and arbor applications. Image: Manitou

Manitou MRT 3060 with grapple saw

By combining the capabilities of three machines in one (telescopic handler, winch and aerial work platform), the Manitou MRT 3060 …
WA Global Operator Challenge winner Max Harris with his trophy. Images: Prime Creative Media

Global Operator Challenge: maximum effort in challenging times

At the recent Cat® Global Operator Challenge Final in Western Australia, Max Harris was crowned WA’s best operator. If he …
The new Code of Practice provides guidance for businesses involved at every level of the log haulage task. Image: Michael Evans/stock.adobe.com

Log on

A new Log Haulage Industry Code of Practice (LHC) provides guidance for businesses involved at every level of the forest-log …
A study explored the factors contributing to increased risk of tree mortality in an urban recreational forest. Image: Ilari/stock.adobe.com.au

Increased risk of tree mortality

A new study conducted in an urban recreational forest has shown climate change poses an increased risk to pine trees …

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The QAA is calling on the arb community for volunteers and sponsors to help keep these much-loved climbing competitions running strong. Image: TF
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Refining Piranha’s BT300

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APTCC dates announced

The APTCC brings together top climbing arborists from across the Asia Pacific region
The International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) has announced the 2025 Asia Pacific Tree Climbing Championship (APTCC) will be held in …

Arboristry and time

Arboristry attendance logs need to be fairly accurate, both for proving compliance with a court directive and as being a professional, reliable arborist. Image: TF
In an excerpt from his upcoming book, TCAA regular Jim McArdle highlights the importance of being specific about time when …

The Fair Work Commission is on the lookout

Employers could face penalties from the Fair Work Commission if they unknowingly employ a person without valid working rights. Image: Textu/stock.adobe.com
The TTIA’s Brian Beecroft outlines employer obligations with regard to the Fair Work Commission, and penalties for non-compliance.

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Employers could face penalties from the Fair Work Commission if they unknowingly employ a person without valid working rights. Image: Textu/stock.adobe.com

The Fair Work Commission is on the lookout

The TTIA’s Brian Beecroft outlines employer obligations with regard to the Fair Work Commission, and penalties for non-compliance.
A tree chipper or wood chipper is a portable machine used for reducing wood into smaller wood chips blowing tree branches cut up into the back of a truck. Storm damage tree after a storm

The Australian Taxation Office moves to monthly GST reporting

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has announced that from April 01, 2025, it will be moving around 3500 small businesses …
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The Little Book of Scams

The best way to protect yourself and your business against scams is through awareness and education. The Australian Competition and …
With the advanced hydraulic systems on the John Deere 335 P-Tier Compact Track Loader operators can execute tasks with precision. Image: Brandt

John Deere 335 P-Tier Compact Track Loader

In the fast-paced world of arboriculture, having the right equipment can make all the difference. Brandt understands the unique challenges …

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Ufkes developed a venturi system which creates a vacuum in the chute and throws the chips further. Image: Ufkes Greentec

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Telematics can generate the information a business needs to sell more and spend less. Images: Caterpillar

Telematics

Telematics, or remote reporting of equipment information through satellite or cellular service, can generate the information a business needs to …
Safety Technology.

Free Safety Technology Demonstrations for woodchippers

Tree Care Machinery, part of the EEA Group, is hosting Safety Technology open days in Queensland and Victoria.
Kiah Martin, Husqvarna HTeam Ambassador, Using Husqvarna X-COM Active communication and hearing-protection headset.

Husqvarna X-COM Active

Director TreeStyle Pty Ltd and Husqvarna Australia HTeam Ambassador – Kiah Martin, listened carefully when a colleague told her of …
A STIHL lithium-ion battery in a workshop.

Charging lithium-ion batteries

STIHL Australia has some tips on how the charging and care of lithium-ion batteries.
A dying Ficus in Roma Street Parkland, Brisbane

Ficus, a rare genus: part 2

Cassian Humphreys follows up from his thoughts in the December/January 2024 issue: ficus offers a unique opportunity for land care.