Arborist reports in Cairns
Clear, independent reports from AQF Level 5 consulting arborists, written to support council applications and protect your position.
- AQF Level 5 consulting arborists
- Council permit applications supported
- Planning and development reports
- Advice on the application itself
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AQF Level 5Qualified consulting arborists
QAA memberQueensland Arboricultural Association
Own equipmentEWPs, grinders, chippers and trucks in-house
Fixed pricingThe price you’re given is the price you’ll pay
Reports that get results
An arborist report is usually needed to support an application to remove or prune a protected tree, or to show council how trees will be managed on a development site. A good report can be the difference between approval and refusal.
Our consulting arborists hold a minimum AQF Level 5 qualification and understand planning law and council processes across Cairns, Douglas, Tablelands and Cassowary Coast. We take the time to understand what you need, assess the trees properly and write a report that’s clear, defensible and fit for purpose.
We can also advise on the application itself, and liaise with council on your behalf.

Reports we prepare
Tree removal and pruning applications
Reports to support permits for work on protected trees.
Preliminary tree assessments
Tree data to guide a development layout before design.
Development impact reports
Arboricultural impact assessments to AS 4970-2009.
Tree protection plans
Protection measures for retained trees during construction.
Tree risk assessments
VALID assessments that document duty of care.
Health and condition reports
Independent reports for disputes, purchases and insurance.
Worried about a tree?
If you have concerns about a tree, or a group of trees, on or next to your property, get in touch. Our consulting arborists provide advice and recommendations through formal reports, so you have a professional basis for your decision.
Because we’re also a working arborist crew, our recommendations are practical. We know what the work involves, what it costs and how to do it safely.
- Independent, professional advice
- Practical, costed recommendations
- Reports written to council requirements

Simple, start to finish
One team handles the quote, the paperwork and the work itself, so nothing falls between the gaps.
Brief
Tell us about the site, the trees and what council or your project needs.
Site assessment
An AQF Level 5 consulting arborist inspects and measures the trees.
Report
We prepare a clear report to the relevant standard and council requirements.
Follow-through
We liaise with council and your team, and can carry out the approved work.
Arborist Reports near you
We provide arborist reports across Cairns and Far North Queensland, from the northern beaches to Gordonvale, Port Douglas, Innisfail and the Tablelands. These are some of the areas we work in most often for this service.
Talk to an arborist
Call the office on (07) 4055 2516, or after hours for storm damage on 0447 925 135.
Arborist Reports questions
When do I need an arborist report?
Usually when you want to remove or prune a protected tree, when a development may affect trees, or when you need independent evidence for a dispute, insurance claim or property sale.
Who can write an arborist report?
Councils generally require a consulting arborist with at least an AQF Level 5 qualification in arboriculture. Our consultants meet that standard.
How long does a report take?
It depends on the type of report and number of trees. We’ll give you a timeframe and fixed price when you enquire.
Can you deal with council for me?
Yes. We can lodge supporting information and liaise with council on your behalf.
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Tree Risk Assessments
VALID tree risk assessments that document your duty of care.
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Development Impact Reports
Arboricultural impact assessments to AS 4970-2009 for development applications.
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Site Consultations
Face-to-face, unbiased advice on what to do with the trees on your property.
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