Hazard Trees Near Schools and Parks: Council Responsibilities
Trees are one of the best things about Bayside. The leafy streetscapes, the old Moreton Bay figs and the shady gums around local playgrounds and sports grounds make the area a pleasant place to live and learn. But trees are living structures, and when they are close to schools, kindergartens and parks where children gather, a failing branch or unstable trunk can cause serious harm. Understanding who is responsible for managing those risks, and what good tree management look