As its name suggests, this report provides preliminary advice to an architect or building designer prior to undertaking a design. The information in the report sets out the retention value of the trees and the distances required from construction to ensure tree health is maintained. Please note that this report is solely for the design teams use and is not…

This report conforms to industry-standard AS4970 2009 Protection of Trees on Development Sites. The report will, where applicable, assess the impact of a proposed development upon the existing site tree/s, street tree/s and neighbouring tree/s health. The report will set out the trees botanic name, common name, canopy height, canopy spread, measured trunk diameter, retention value, health, structure, structural root…

The TMP sets out a schedule of tree protection methods to be implemented prior to, during and after construction works and accords with industry standard AS4970 2009 Protection of Trees on Development Sites.   The TMP provides information regarding the involvement of the project arborist, the role of the site manager and conformance expectations of all construction workers. The TMP…

This report assists where structural damage claims have been made and where a tree or trees are implicated as the cause of that damage. Often structural damage analysis requires a multi disciplinary approach that may include the involvement of Structural Engineers, Geotechnical Engineers, and Arborists all working together in a cohesive manner. Our role may also include exploratory root excavation,…

Graeme has extensive experience providing Expert Witness Evidence and presentation at the Victorian Civil & Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), County Court of Victoria and Planning Panels Victoria Hearings.

Risk assessments are undertaken using the International Society of Arboriculture method, of which Graeme is a qualified practitioner. Large organizations such as government bodies, churches, schools and golf courses often require this service as part of an ongoing tree management program.

Council permit conditions for large developments, such as subdivisions, often require an arborist assessment of nursery tree stock to ensure it is healthy and well-formed before it is used in the landscaping of the site. Tree planting is a seemingly simple process, unfortunately, it’s also easy to get wrong. We are always happy to provide advice regarding species selection and…