As part of the Central Coast Council, Wyong Council has now bought it’s tree policy into alignment with that of Gosford Council. Previously most* trees were exempt for removal for residential properties in the Wyong Council area. This has now changed. Highlights: All trees will now require approval for tree removal in Wyong. Exempt Tree […]
Cocos palms are an introduced species from South America. The tropical theme must have been all the rage back in the 1980’s as these trees are everywhere! Whilst they do look tropical they are also a nuisance to the urban environment. The crown of these palm trees are nesting sites for indian minor birds and […]
Time lapse video of T&G Tree Services removing a tree in a confined space in Green Point on the Central Coast NSW. Thanks Jeremy for the work – and the video! Kind Regards, Will & the Team.
Tree Fact #2 – Breathe Easy A 30m tall mature tree can produce 2,700 kilograms of oxygen in a year, which is enough to support at least two active people breathing day and night . Tip: plant trees on your property or get together with a group or landowner to plant trees as a collective […]
Tree Fact # 1 – Trees are Cool Trees are natures air conditioner. The evaporation from a single tree can produce the cooling effect of 10 room size air conditioners operating 20 hours a day. Tip: There are great options on tree retention and pruning rather than removing a tree you are concerned about. Ask your […]
Note this post is from 2015. Wyong Council has now changed its Tree Policy again. For up to date information on Central Coast Councils new tree removal policy please Click Here. (Updated by Will Jones 22nd March 2018) After years of home owners having to battle to have their trees made safe, Wyong Council has […]
Tree Felling Central Coast NSW A short tree felling compilation of hazardous trees removed for child safety in public schools in NSW.
Just last week the NSW Rural Fire Service in conjunction with the NSW Government, have introduced new laws pertaining to the clearing of trees in high fire risk areas. This new ruling has some important implications relating to tree removal applications on the Central Coast of NSW. Currently, tree removal in the Gosford and Wyong […]
Below is a sample of an Arborist report done on a Norfolk Island Pine in Bateau Bay that was doing damage to the owners house. The outcome of the report was that the tree should be removed. Wyong Council approved the application for the tree removal. 1. Introduction This report was commissioned by Mr Jones, […]
Are trees in schools a safety risk? The recent unfortunate incident where a young child was critically injured by a falling tree branch has bought this question into the spotlight. This incident occurred by a tree failure Pitt Town Public School. What makes a tree safe? – A healthy tree is a safe tree. Tree health […]