Tag: Urban forestry
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LHC Warns of Criminal Action Over Lahore Tree Cutting
Courts Take Aim at Urban Tree Cutting in Lahore The Lahore High Court (LHC) has voiced strong concern about the indiscriminate cutting of trees in Lahore, raising the possibility of criminal proceedings against officials of the Parks and Horticulture Authority (PHA). The warning comes as the city grapples with rapid urban development, increasing pressure on…
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LHC warns of criminal action over tree cutting in Lahore
LHC Signals Serious Consequences for Tree Cutting in Lahore The Lahore High Court (LHC) has voiced strong concerns over the removal of trees in Lahore, signaling that officials from the Parks and Horticulture Authority (PHA) could face criminal action. The warning comes amid growing public outcry about the city’s green cover and the need to…
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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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Melbourne councils push to cut power line clearance to save urban trees
Melbourne eyes a leafier future with a risk-aware clearance trial Melbourne’s urban tree canopy could get a long-awaited reprieve if a proposed trial lowers the minimum clearance between trees and power lines. The move, championed by several city councils, aims to reduce the aggressive pruning that has shaped the city’s tree limbs for years while…
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Melbourne councils push to reduce power line clearance to save urban trees
What is changing and why? Melbourne is considering a significant shift in how it maintains the balance between electrical safety and urban tree vitality. Councils are evaluating a trial that would reduce the minimum clearance between power lines and nearby trees. The goal is to stop the widespread pruning that has given the city a…
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London Plane Trees to be Removed in Hamilton: Infrastructure Concerns
Overview: Hamilton moves to remove London plane trees In a decision that mirrors a broader shift among local governments, the Southern Grampians Shire Council has signaled plans to remove 25 London plane trees in Hamilton. The move comes amid concerns about aging infrastructure, underground utilities, and the potential risks posed by deteriorating tree health in…
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London Plane Trees in Hamilton: Infrastructure Concerns Trigger Removal
Why the London plane trees are being removed in Hamilton The Southern Grampians Shire Council has announced plans to remove 25 London plane trees from Hamilton, citing ongoing infrastructure concerns. The decision reflects a broader trend across Victoria and Australia as councils weigh the costs and risks associated with mature plane trees planted long ago.…
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Hamilton to Remove London Plane Trees Over Infrastructure Concerns
Background: Why London plane trees are in the spotlight In Hamilton, a south-west Victorian city, a notable number of London plane trees are set to be removed as part of a broader shift in urban forestry. The Southern Grampians Shire Council announced that 25 plane trees are slated for removal, citing growing infrastructure concerns and…
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Jakarta Prunes Trees from Kebon Jeruk to Tebet Ahead of Rainy Season and Strong Winds
Jakarta Prepares for Storm Season with Widespread Tree Pruning The Jakarta Province City Parks and Forests Service (Distamhut) has announced a coordinated effort to prune trees along major corridors, stretching from Kebon Jeruk to Tebet. The initiative, carried out in five districts simultaneously, is designed to reduce the risk of falling branches during the peak…
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Tree Pruning in Kebon Jeruk to Tebet Ahead of Rainy Season
Jakarta Prunes Trees Across Kebon Jeruk to Tebet Ahead of Rainy Season In a proactive move to shield urban streets and communities, the Jakarta Province City Parks and Forests Service (Distamhut) has initiated a multi-area tree pruning operation spanning Kebon Jeruk to Tebet. The effort, carried out simultaneously in five districts, is designed to anticipate…