Local Tree Care

Local Tree Care Local Tree Care specialises in all aspects of tree maintenance including tree and stump removal, professional pruning, pest/disease id & treatment.
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Founded in 1998 by Colin and Sandra, Local Tree Care has proudly serviced Albury, Wodonga, and surrounding areas of North East Victoria and Southern New South Wales for almost three decades. Our focus is always on our clients — we listen, provide expert advice, and support you through every stage of your tree maintenance journey. Your 100% satisfaction is our guarantee of the services we provide.

With our extensive qualifications, experience, and professional equipment, we guarantee high-quality results and complete customer satisfaction on every job. Trust your trees to trained professionals - don’t let loppers damage your trees.

We've had unseasonally warm weather for June this week, but the forecast suggests that this will soon change. Be aware o...
17/06/2026

We've had unseasonally warm weather for June this week, but the forecast suggests that this will soon change.

Be aware of the frost risk to your trees, don't let deep frosts ruin your beautiful trees this Winter.

Frozen roots cannot absorb the nutrients your trees need to grow and survive efficiently and your trees may rely on stored carbohydrates and nutrients until the soil conditions improve. Root growth and activity can slow or stop in frozen soil.

Here are 4 things you can do right now to protect your trees from frost damage:

- Mulch properly: Apply a good quality Eucalyptus mulch around the base to regulate soil temperature. Avoid pine mulch, as it increases soil acidity and doesn't break down well.

- Water deeply: Moist soil holds heat better than dry soil and also encourages root growth and drought tolerance.

- Prune selectively: Remove dead or diseased branches to reduce structural issues.

- Inspect regularly: Look for signs of stress, pests, or bark splits. Early detection saves trees!

For more information on how frost effects your trees, see the link in comments.

Need expert advice? Call us on 0417684571, or fill in the form at www.localtreecare.com.au and we will get in contact with you to organise a free quote.

In our last post we shared about the importance of branch unions. So what happens if you just leave them to do their thi...
09/06/2026

In our last post we shared about the importance of branch unions. So what happens if you just leave them to do their thing?

You get branch failure and tear outs, which can be catastrophic for the health of your tree.

As a tree grows, each year it develops a new layer of wood on the outer region of the trunk and branches. This layer is knitted together to provide strength and adaptation to weather forces. When the union between branches or a trunk and branches has a tight V shape, the tree cannot 'knit' the new layer of wood around the trunk and / or branches.

As the opposing forces of the trunk and branches grow in diameter, they force against each other at this union rather than grafting together. In the instances shown, the branches continue to grow in length and weight, this additional weight places increased force on the union. You may see bulging occurring at the union, splitting or cracking can develop and if selective pruning services are not provided, eventual limb failure is likely.

In severe circumstances we see issues like the images below, a large tear out wound that, depending on the location, increases the risk of further structural deterioration that may require the tree to be removed.

If you notice your trees have inclusions, contact us to arrange an inspection, we can identify for you where the issues are and what your options are for management of your trees. If your trees are juvenile you could opt for either a consultancy to learn formative pruning techniques to manage your trees for yourself, or elect to have our skilled Arborists manage your trees for you. If your tree is semi-mature, mature or senescent in age, then the provision of selective pruning practices is best provided by qualified Arborists.

So, the leaves on your tree have started to fall and you're not sure what structural issues to look for? Let's talk abou...
07/06/2026

So, the leaves on your tree have started to fall and you're not sure what structural issues to look for?

Let's talk about branch unions! And no, we are not referring to your tree picketing for more fertiliser, water or mulch (although these are also important to the health of your tree.)

Branch unions are where one branch connects to another, or to the trunk of the tree.

A good union forms a broad almost U-shaped union where the natural process of knitting a new layer of wood over the branch and trunk each year enables the tree to strengthen the union to withstand weather events each year.

A weak union is one that has a narrower, almost V-shaped, which can form an "inclusion" made up of trapped bark where the two branches meet. Over time you may see bulging forming as the tree attempts to adapt to the issue. This can eventually lead to internal decay and a weaker union, ultimately increasing the risk of limb failure.

What are the warning signs that a property owner can look for that may indicate your tree has structural issues?

- The branch unions, are they V shaped or tight in appearance?
- Can you see any bulging adjacent to the union?
- Can you see any cracking/splitting or bark missing near the union?
- How does your tree canopy move in the wind?
- Does the whole tree appear to move in the wind?
- Can you hear your tree creaking?
- Has your tree previously had limb failures?
- When looking at your trunk, do you have multiple leaders originating from the same region on the trunk

If you are in the Albury/Wodonga or surrounding regions and spot any of these things, contact us and one of our experienced arborists can come, inspect your trees and provide guidance and next steps to keep your tree healthy moving forward.

With the rain we've already had, checking your trees before and after a storm is an important part of tree maintenance t...
03/06/2026

With the rain we've already had, checking your trees before and after a storm is an important part of tree maintenance to catch developing issues before they become a problem.

To check your tree:
-Look at the ground around the trunk. Do you see any cracking in the soil?
-Look at the trunk. Are there any wounds, cracking or damage visible on the trunk?
-Look at the canopy. Are there any broken or damaged branches in the canopy of the tree?

Inspecting your trees after a rain or storm event can help identify if there are any structural issues present in your trees and prevent larger issues developing that could result in significant damage to the structural integrity of your tree or whole tree failure in the future.

If you're not sure what you need to look for, our arborists can inspect your trees and walk you through what to check in future.

Contact us today to arrange an inspection of your trees on 0417684571

Have you ever wondered what happens when you don't prune your hedge regularly?These Lilly Pillys in Thurgoona were origi...
28/05/2026

Have you ever wondered what happens when you don't prune your hedge regularly?

These Lilly Pillys in Thurgoona were originally planted as a hedge, but as you can see, without regular maintenance, they had grown to a point that they were starting to impact on the fence and the neighbors property next door.

The access points into the yard were unsuitable for our elevated work platform, so the team got harnessed up and climbed the trees to facilitate removal. By the time we were done, it was almost as if the trees were never there.

Now not all Lilly Pilly varieties will get this big, and most varieties can be easily kept at around the 2-3 metre mark with regular pruning.

Considering planting a hedge? Contact us to discuss the species that would suit your property and your hedging needs.

Have a hedge that you haven't had time to prune recently? We understand! Let us take the weight off your shoulders and help you maintain your hedges and trees.

Call us on 0417684571.

Do you ever put off pruning because you dread the process of picking up all the branches after you're done? When our Loc...
25/05/2026

Do you ever put off pruning because you dread the process of picking up all the branches after you're done?

When our Local Tree Care arborists prune your hedges or trees, you will have the peace of mind that the job has been done to Australian Standards (improving the health and structure of your trees), plus, by the time we are done chipping all the pruned branches, it will be so clean and tidy that it's as if we were never there!

If you would like your trees pruned without the hassle, give us a call on 0417684571

Have you ever wandered along a footpath only to discover your way was blocked by branches and foliage?We recently helped...
22/05/2026

Have you ever wandered along a footpath only to discover your way was blocked by branches and foliage?

We recently helped a client in Wodonga by pruning some hedges and trees that had grown over their nearby footpath. Now neighbours can enjoy their walk without running into stray branches as they go!

If you have a hedge or tree branch overhanging a footpath or driveway, our team at Local Tree Care can help you too! As an added bonus, we cart away any green waste you don't want so you won't have an awkward stockpile of branches to dispose of through the green bin for the next few weeks!

One of the key complaints we hear every Autumn, is from homeowners and tenants who are having trouble with fallen leaves...
20/05/2026

One of the key complaints we hear every Autumn, is from homeowners and tenants who are having trouble with fallen leaves clogging up the gutter.

One way to mitigate this issue is by pruning the branches away from the house. Not only does this reduce the impact of catching fallen leaves in the gutters, but it also reduces the chances of damage to your roof during wind or storm events either from branch failure or branches rubbing on parts of the house.

Our Local Tree Care arborists recently tidied up the trees surrounding this Albury residence ensuring the branches were no longer overhanging the roof and gutters, as well as some light structural pruning to increase airflow through the canopy, thereby reducing the sail effect of a dense canopy during wind events. The additional airflow will also allow the tree to redirect its energy come Spring, creating a lush and healthy canopy.

If you have branches overhanging your house, give the Local Tree Care team a call on 0417684571 and we can help make sure your trees are ready for any winter winds that may come.

A tree that looks fine on the outside could be suffering from White Rot—a fungal decay that destroys the internal wood f...
17/05/2026

A tree that looks fine on the outside could be suffering from White Rot—a fungal decay that destroys the internal wood fibers keeping your tree standing. Left unchecked, it can lead to sudden, catastrophic tree failure.

This fungi systematically breaks down lignin, cellulose and hemicellulose—the structural components that give wood its strength.

Do a quick 60-second check:
- Look down: Are there brackets or mushrooms at the base?
- Look up: Is the canopy thinning or filled with deadwood?
- Look close: Can you see any fungal growths? (also known as fruiting bodies) Is exposed wood pale, fibrous, spongy or soft to the touch?

Early detection means more management options, like targeted pruning, and monitoring before structural failure happens.

If you observe any of these issues, you should call us to assess your tree:
- Fungal fruiting bodies at identified around the base of tree, particularly if multiple fruiting bodies are present.
- The tree appears to be leaning suddenly, the soil is heaving or cracking is observed around the lower trunk/ root plate,
- The tree condition is deteriorating.

Have you noticed unusual fungal growth on your trees this season?

13/05/2026

Have you ever wondered what the results of treatment can be for a tree impacted by invasive pests?

This Japanese Maple tree had borer damage, and thanks to our effective treatment it is still thriving today. At the time of inspection, the borer had significantly impacted a large section of the Southern side of the upper trunk.

If left untreated, this would have resulted in the premature decline and eventual death of the tree.
Borer infestation essentially cuts the supply of nutrients between the roots and the upper canopy.
The process with this tree included:
1- removal of the frass, locate and eradicate the borer.
2- selective pruning of the canopy to remove any dead/dying branches.
3- provide a stress treatment to the root plate to replenish the nutrients and encourage new root development.
4- monitor each year to determine if additional management is required.

Please note, pruning a stressed tree requires care and precision, the removal of too many branches can deplete the energy reserves and create additional issues with premature decline.

Concerned your tree may have a borer, or other pest/disease or health issue?
Contact us today. 0417 684 571.

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22 Kothes Lane
Baranduda, VIC
3691

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Monday 7am - 6pm
Tuesday 7am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 6pm
Thursday 7am - 6pm
Friday 7am - 6pm

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