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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 …
Leguan Lifts trailer package.

The Leguan 190 spider lift: built for arborists

The Leguan 190 spider lifts, with their premium all-terrain capabilities and robust booms, are an ideal choice for arborists across …

EWPs and Arbor mech

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One million trees planted and appeals for more farmers to get on board

A Tasmanian carbon forestry initiative has marked a major milestone, with more than one million trees planted on almost 1000 …
Native forest timber.

Native timber workers enjoy a win

Native timber workers will get more money in their pockets when they receive support from the Allan Labor government, following …
The Rayco RG37 Trac combines agility with strength.

The Rayco RG37 Trac: an arborists go-to stump grinder

Stump grinding can be a tricky job, demanding both precision and power to get through tough stumps without damaging the …
The 952 Mega 22-inch, 400hp chipper in action chipping a dead gum. Images: Ufkes Greentec

Ufkes Greentec

Dutch company Ufkes Greentec specialises in the engineering and production of woodchippers, from 12 inch to 36 inch, 75hp to …
Rayco stump grinders are engineered to deliver superior performance, reliability, and ease of use.

Rayco stump grinders

In the demanding world of arboriculture, efficiency and reliability are non-negotiable. That’s where Rayco stump grinders step in to set …
Charlie and Tina from Milone’s and their Tree Care Machinery Bandit SG-75.

Milone’s and Tree Care Machinery

Tree Care Machinery offered exceptional after-sales support which elevated Charlie Milone’s experience with Bandit.

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The VOGT Geo Injector is ideal for residential, private, commercial or large-scale council tasks. Pressure regulation minimises damage to fine roots. Images: Heritage Tree Care

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Australia dominates Timbersports World Champs

The positive user experience with Silky Saws extends to the overall satisfaction with the tool’s performance and longevity.

Why arborists love Silky Saws

EYE ON THE INDUSTRY

Dr Shannon Lynch, an Assistant Professor from the University of California, shared her knowledge of the PSHB, ambrosia beetle (Euwallacea fornicatus) and fungus (Fusarium euwallaceae).

PSHB lecture video

Workers under training can qualify their employers fro a tax deduction.

Claim a 20% bonus deduction on training expenditure

Association News

Conviction highlights liability

Brian Beecroft of the Timber Trade Industrial Association underlines the importance of understanding and compliance with new legislation.

The only way is up: all the colour from the QTCC

Just a few random images to give an idea of what a fantastic weekend it was at the Mount Tambourine …

QTCC 2024

The competitors at the QAA 2024 QTCC in a group.
The Queensland Tree Climbing Championships (QTCC 2024) are the pinnacle of Queensland’s tree-climbing competitions, and this year’s event will run …

Business & Finance

A lease makes new equipment accessible to you, with limited capital, preserves capital for other investments, and helps manage cash flow more effectively.

The lease you can do

Get the equipment you need when you need it with a flexible lease from Brandt.
Workers under training can qualify their employers fro a tax deduction.

Claim a 20% bonus deduction on training expenditure

Small businesses with an aggregated annual turnover of less than $50 million will be allowed an additional 20% tax deduction …
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Fee increases for .au businesses

IP Australia will apply fee increases or some businesses soon.
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Flexible leases from Brandt

Get the equipment you need when you need it with flexible leases from Brandt.

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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 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.
Eucalyptus anaphora, a gum tree, backlit against the sky, and a recent subject of AI analysis.

Artificial intelligence helps explore eucalypt history

Artificial intelligence has helped scientists explore the evolutionary history of an iconic Australian tree, which scientists say could help tackle …

STIHL’s best accessories for arborists and forestry professionals

STIHL’s accessories for arborists and forestry professionals help make incredibly tough forestry jobs easier.

MyPestGuide Trees app

MyPestGuide Trees is a free app from the WA Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development which allows quickly identifying …