Who We Are
About
Ben Keys is the principal Consulting Arborist at High Country Arborist Reports, gaining his Certificate 3 and Certificate 5 qualification (AQF Level 5) at Melbourne Polytechnic after many years working as a Climbing Arborist in Melbourne.
He is passionate about nature and protecting Australia's wild places by creating opportunities for people and trees to co-exist sustainably.
Qualifications & Insurance
Diploma of Arboriculture (AQF Level 5)
Certificate 3 in Arboriculture
Bachelor of Arts (English: Journalism)
Quantified Tree Risk Assessment (QTRA) registered practitioner
INSURANCE
Professional indemnity $10 million
Public liability $20 million
TICKETS
White Card (Construction)
Working with Children
Cert II ESI Powerline Vegetation Control
Traffic Management
Rail Industry Worker
What we do
Why do I need a Consulting Arborist?
Consulting Arborists are engaged to provide independent and informed advice about trees in the landscape, but offer more than just basic “remove” or “retain” advice.
Modern tree management requires a broad knowledge of tree health, root architecture, structural properties, local species characteristics, pruning strategies and risk management.
By taking into account these factors, a Consultant will arrive at a solution that balances the local ecosystem with the needs of all stakeholders, whether you are a homeowner, developer or local council.