Tag: arboriculture
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Melbourne trials to reduce power line clearance to save urban trees
Why Melbourne is rethinking tree clearance Melbourne’s city corridors have long depended on careful pruning to keep power lines clear and maintain safety. But in recent years, residents and urban foresters have raised concerns about the ecological and aesthetic costs of regular, severe pruning. The proposed trial, led by several Melbourne councils, seeks to relax…
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After the Storm: Invercargill Park Clean-Up Continues as Winds Toppled Trees
Overview: An Alden of Destruction in Invercargill Last week’s powerful winds left Invercargill’s parks littered with fallen branches, uprooted trees, and debris scattered across walking paths and open spaces. The scene was described by locals and council staff alike as “absolute carnage,” a stark reminder of nature’s force and the ongoing effort required to restore…