In association with
WORKSHOPS
CERTIFICATION EXAM
Thursday,
10th October
From 10.00am
to 2.00pm
Aotea Centre,
Tāmaki Makaurau
At the Aotea Centre, Tāmaki Makaurau. SEE LOCATION
CERTIFICATION EXAM
ISA Certified Arborist, Utility and Municipal Specialist Exams – Conference edition
You will be redirected to the ISA website. Note: Enrollment deadline 24 Sept 2024.
ISA Certification is a voluntary program that tests and certifies your achievement of a professional level of knowledge and skill in the field of arboriculture.
For more information on the October exam
WORKSHOP 1
Friday,
11th October
From 8.30am
to 4.00pm
Four Points
Hotel
Four Points Hotel, 396 Queen Street or 110 Mayoral Drive. SEE LOCATION
WORKSHOP 1
An irreverent look at tree protection on Development sites
with Mark Hartley of Arborist Network (proudly brought to you by Tend Trees)
$400+GST
(limited to 30 people), including morning and afternoon tea, and a light lunch
Since the adoption of the standard, there appears to be a lot of misunderstanding about its purpose and as a result is regularly misused as a set of specifications. In addition, it is misused to argue for or against development or for the retention or removal of a tree. Rather than applying our knowledge of tree roots and tree physiology to make educated decisions about trees on development sites, too often expressions like "you can't come closer than a 10% encroachment" are used by municipal and consulting arborist alike.
After attending this presentation attendees should:
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Understand the contents of the Standard, its application and future development.
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Understand how the various parts of the root system function and how development impacts on these roots.
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Better appreciate the strengths and weakness of root investigation
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Know how to compensate for the damage caused by development.
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Be able to assess the ongoing impact of development on the trees.
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Be able to address major encroachments and think outside the box.
COURSE OUTLINE
BACKGROUND
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Defining our terms - What is meant by health, vigour, vitality?
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The development of the Standard – a brief history
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An analysis of the Standard and the Standard in review. - What is good what isn't quite there and what is changing. Most importantly how does this all affect what you write?
GETTING TO THE ROOT OF THE PROBLEM PART 1: UNDERSTANDING ROOTS
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Four or more types of roots – and how they all work.
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Sinker roots and roots under tension
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Root investigations and rort investigation. What are they? How do we do them? Why do we do them?
GETTING TO THE ROOT OF THE PROBLEM - PART 2: WORKING WITH ROOTS
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How development affects the tree systems and what we can do about it
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How to break every rule using dangerous chemicals and “Zen and the art of Arboriculture”
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Avoiding heartwood
WORKING TOWARDS SUCCESS
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How to determine if your protection and care is working
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Testing the tree for vitality
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Other innovations
ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Mark Hartley is a second-generation Australian arborist whose career spans over four decades. Mark has received the ISA’s Award of Merit for his contribution to arboriculture and has received six awards of Excellence in Arboriculture from the TCIA for transplanting and tree pruning.
His expertise in tree risk assessment, anatomy, diseases, and transplanting has resulted in him providing arboricultural services in 10 countries over three continents. He has provided advice to householders, celebrities, and Royalty alike.
Mark has always been passionate about learning and continues to study in Australia and overseas. He was a regular at Shigo’s tree anatomy workshops, where he developed a love for tree anatomy and everyday tree physiology. His curiosity, systems thinking, and problem-solving nature have assisted him in developing innovative solutions for tree transplanting and stem wound treatment.
Having served as the Education Chair of Arboriculture Australia for more than a decade, Mark is dedicated to improving education in arboriculture.
He regularly spends time delivering workshops and training globally. Mark’s enthusiasm for arboriculture and engaging and dynamic delivery style will leave you wanting more.
WORKSHOP 2
Friday,
11th October
From 8.30am
to 3.30pm
Four Points
Hotel
Four Points Hotel, 396 Queen Street or 110 Mayoral Drive. SEE LOCATION
WORKSHOP 2
Introduction to tree responses to Stimuli
with Bryan Gould of Arb 101
$250+GST
(limited to 30 people), including morning tea and a light lunch
An overview of how biological/chemical/dynamic/mechanical responses are initiated.
Understanding how trees deal with biotic/abiotic affects/impacts.
OVERVIEW
1) CODIT – immediate and ongoing responses/impacts
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A wound response mechanism
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A two-part reaction
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Biological, chemical and morphological changes within the tree. Adaptation – continuing growth
2) ADAPTATION – or decline and failure
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Continuous/ongoing growth
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States of adaptation
3) CANOPY – aboveground loads and dynamics
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Primary and secondary loading
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Static and dynamic loads
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Damping
4) ROOTS – below ground impacts/influences on rootzone/rhizosphere
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The extent of rootzones
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The rhizosphere
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Soil compaction
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Disruptions arising from soil compaction
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Recognising and relieving/renovating soil compaction
After completing this workshop, attendees will: understand how trees respond to stimuli; and adapt or reorientate their growth/development and survival accordingly.
WORKSHOP 3
Friday,
11th October
From 9.00am
to 1.00pm
Four Points Hotel then Site Visits
Starting at Four Points Hotel, 396 Queen Street or 110 Mayoral Drive. SEE LOCATION, followed by site visits
WORKSHOP 3
Best Practice Design of Tree Support Systems: Guidelines from Industry Standard 310
with Andreas (Rossy) Ross and Menno Kluiters
$250+GST
(limited to 30 people), including a light lunch
In this presentation, I will delve into the key principles of designing effective tree support systems, with a focus on aligning practices with the Minimum Industry Standard 310 (MIS 310). The discussion will cover practical applications, ensuring tree stability while minimizing long-term damage, and enhancing tree longevity. Attendees will gain insights into the latest industry guidelines, practical examples of implementation, and critical considerations for arborists to elevate the quality of their tree care practices.
NZ NOTABLE TREES TOUR
Saturday,
12th October
From 10.00am
to 2.00pm
Departs from
Four Points Hotel
The bus departs from and returns to Four Points Hotel, 396 Queen Street or 110 Mayoral Drive. SEE LOCATION
FREE
No cost to attend
The 2024 NZ Notable Trees Tour will visit Monte Cecilia Park in Hillsborough.
The grounds include Pah Homestead and some of the finest exotic trees in Auckland.
There are also stunning views out to the Manukau Harbour and to One Tree Hill.