The rain didn’t dampen spirits at the 2025 WA State Tree Climbing Championships, held in October at the Perth Hills Discovery Centre. Despite bouts of drizzle, 25 climbers took to the trees in an unforgettable weekend of skill, speed, and community spirit. Climbing to New Heights The preliminary events saw competitors tackle five demanding disciplines — Aerial Rescue, Work Climb, Ascent, Belayed Speed Climb, and Throwline — testing every aspect of technical ability and physic

For many homeowners across Western Australia, the thought of removing a tree themselves might seem like a way to save money. But experts warn that the hidden costs of DIY tree work can be far higher — and far more dangerous — than most people realise.   “Tree work isn’t a DIY job,” says Joe Carriera , General Manager at Beaver Tree Services and member of ArbWest committee. “Every year, we hear heartbreaking stories of people who are seriously injured — or even killed — trying

Christchurch, New Zealand was the venue for my first International Society of Arboriculture (ISA)  meeting — and it definitely lived up to the hype! The event kicked off with the World Tree Climbing Championships , where our very own committee member Jolyon “Joly” Elliot  was selected as a technical judge . The competition ran over two days in the beautiful Christchurch Botanic Gardens  — an amazing venue to start the week - see photo below. Left to right - Dave Crispin, Joe

This is the event where WA’s best arborists come together to compete, connect, and celebrate the skills and people that keep our industry...

Nick Hayes from the ArbWest Committee recently caught up with Tim Stuart from Coastline Mowers to present him with a certificate of appreciation from ArbWest, recognising his significant contribution to the association and the 2025 WA State Tree Climbing Championships. The WA State Tree Climbing Championships were held on the 3rd and 4th of October at the Perth Hills Discovery Centre, with Coastline Mowers proudly supporting the Masters Event — the grand finale of the competi

With the WA Tree Climbing Championships just around the corner on October 3rd and 4th, now is the perfect time for climbing arborists and...

Get $150 back for planting a native tree in your own backyard! As you may know the WA Government has recently launched a residential...

After a meeting of the National Management Group (NMG) it was decided to transition from eradication to management of PSHB - polyphagous...

Understanding the health benefits of trees The benefits of trees have been studied extensively by scientists for years. By now most of us...

Beneath the Canopy was a sold-out success at Perth’s iconic cricket ground the WACA last week. Expert speaker Julie Fielder explained how...

Forget dry science—this underground wonder is rewriting what we think we know about connection. Mycelium, the hidden network beneath our...

One of ArbWest’s members, Lindsay Lester, Top Notch Tree Surgeons, shares his insights. There’s a clear distinction between professional,...

Storm season is upon us! Please remember who to call and what to do if you see a fallen tree or a tree branch. As the winds pick up and...

ArbWest Vice President Dave Crispin has won the prestigious Arboriculture Advocacy Award that was presented at the Gala Dinner of the...

Setting clear time frames for tree work is crucial, whether you're securing a job, specifying tasks without fixed deadlines, or relaxing...

What are your employer obligations with regard to hiring, and what could happen if you don’t comply? Is there a specific obligation to...

At 39, Mt Dandenong-based Barton ‘Barto’ Allen-Hall is possibly at the top of his game. He is a third time ITCC World Champion. Having...

Arborists have a passion not only for trees but also the wildlife that it supports. In arboriculture it is a fine balance between...

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development  (DPIRD) has recently updated their Polyphagous Shot Hole Borer (PSHB) Host...

A Quarantine Area has been declared in Perth’s southern suburbs to support efforts to eradicate Queensland fruit fly (Qfly). The Qfly is...