ArbWest

Don’t miss our General Meeting with industry experts!

Senior Arborist Matthew Clark (pictured) will provide an update on the City of Vincent’s response to the Polyphagous Shot-Hole Borer, including current management efforts, challenges, and lessons learned as the City continues to address this significant biosecurity threat to Perth’s urban forest.
We will also outline a proposed training session for Arborists on the process to identify, collect and treat in July/ August 2026.

Mingle with friends, connect with industry leaders, and catch up on the latest arboriculture news. Non-members are welcome — come along, network, and enjoy!

Food and drinks provided.

When: 5pm for a 5.30 start- 8pm finish
Where: The meeting with be held at ArbWest partner Monitor’s office, in 11 Reihill Road, Maddington 6109
Date: Wednesday 24 June 2026

RSVP - Please reply to [email protected]
More information here. https://www.arbwest.com.au/seminars

🌿 Tree Pruning with a Purpose 🌿
At recent ArbWest events including Arbor Day and the seminar From Seed to Strategy, one message came through loud and clear — tree retention must come first.

Modern arboriculture is no longer just about cutting trees. It’s about protecting canopy, improving tree health, creating habitat, and making smarter long-term decisions for our urban forest.

From rigging and habitat creation workshops at Arbor Day, to industry discussions around urban greening and canopy delivery at the WACA seminar, the focus was the same:
✔️ Retain trees where possible
✔️ Prune with purpose
✔️ Protect habitat
✔️ Deliver long-term canopy outcomes for future generations

Arborist Michael Byrne from CPD Tree Services explained:
“We avoid unnecessary pruning and look for alternatives to removal.”

Because mature trees are not just landscaping — they are essential infrastructure for cooler, greener and more liveable communities. 🌳
See the full story here:
https://www.arbwest.com.au/post/tree-pruning-with-a-purpose

1st photo (left to right): Nick Moore and Michael Byrne, both from CPD Tree Services