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Arborists

Line clearance

Learn about how Energy Safe Victoria regulations help keep vegetation away from powerlines.

Managing trees near powerlines

This guidance aims to reduce the safety risks of trees, shrubs and vegetation near powerlines.

Trees and vegetation FAQ

Answers questions about trees and vegetation.

Legislation, policies and areas

Learn about the Regulations that help prevent vegetation growing too close to powerlines.

Private Aerial Lines

What property owners and industry should know about Private Aerial Lines (PALs). This includes maintenance and restoring damaged PALs

Arborists and Councils

Arborists and Councils

Bushfire safety: ground-fire bow-tie

Information on how businesses need to meet obligations to minimise bushfire risk.

Date: 25/12/2025 15:22

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