Tree removal guides
Straight answers to the questions Australian homeowners actually ask before removing a tree — pruning a neighbour's branches, dead and dangerous trees, permits and cost. General information only, not legal advice. When a rule depends on your council, we say so and point you to the permit checker.
Neighbour's tree overhanging my property — what can I do?
Your right to prune branches and roots back to the boundary, who pays, and how NSW and Queensland tree-dispute laws work.
Removing a dead or dangerous tree — do I still need council approval?
When the dead, dying or dangerous exemption applies, why councils usually still want an arborist report, and how to avoid a fine.
Not sure if your tree is protected?
Check the likely rules for your address in 30 seconds, then get free quotes from licensed local arborists.
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