sustainable urban forest management symposium series · 2018-06-22 · tree health management in a...

Sustainable Urban Forest Management Symposium

SeriesA masterclass in

urban greening and re-sourcing excellence

Tuesday July 10Monday August 13Tuesday October 9

Presented By

Who We Are

ArborCarbon Pty. Ltd is world-leading consultancy bringing expertise in urban forestry, forest pathology and remote sensing to government agencies, private companies and land managers, with offices in Western Australia, Victoria, Hong Kong and London (in partnership with Arborflight UK).

The Company was established in 2010 by Dr Paul Barber and Professor Giles Hardy who collectively bring more than 50 years of experience in vegetation diagnosis, monitoring and management and have published more than 500 peer reviewed journal papers, book chapters, conference and magazine articles.

Our personnel have worked on projects on most continents in the fields of forest pathology, urban forestry, landscape ecology, remote sensing, precision agriculture, precision horticulture, precision urban forest management and precision turf management.

ArborCarbon has four core values: Partnership, Innovation, Expertise and Sustainability. All projects we embark upon have these values at their core. We exist to help society build a legacy of thriving trees and sustainable ecosystems by creating healthy and resilient environments in which vegetation will flourish, and we promote the value of trees and associated ecosystems to society.

The Forever Project (TFP) is one of Australia’s largest and most successful community environmental education businesses. Since 1992 Chris Ferreira and his team have designed, delivered and managed over 1500 events across the state to over 130,000 people, working in partnership with over 60 Councils,

State Government agencies, not for profit groups, schools, developers and corporations. Each year TFP designs, coordinates, manages and delivers over 100 high quality education and environmental performances ranging from small events in partnership with developers, through to our flagship Food Theatre evening in partnership with the Perth Zoo.

Our presentations and workshops are interactive and entertaining and have won a number of awards for excellence over the years. Delivered by an extensive team of presenters including some of Western Australia’s pre-eminent and most popular sustainability, culinary and gardening identities, The Forever Project have become renowned for delivering quality education in the sphere of sustainability and human and community resilience.

Our vision is to inspire and empower real and lasting changes across communities.

The SymposiumArborCarbon and The Forever Project, collaborate to present a world class 3 full-day serieson creating beautiful, resilient and engaging urban green spaces and places.

The Events will feature international experts lecturing on all aspects of tree health and management combined with a unique and innovative urban greening demonstration installation. This will showcase space activation, put the theory into action and feature the latest advances in climate resilient design and construction, waste reuse for innovative hard landscaping.

A must for all Local Government department heads, ground staff and councillors, these 3 Symposiums will feature the latest and leading science, plants, products and community engagement strategies to help make your Greening Plans an impactful powerful force for positive change.

Symposium Features National and international expert presenters and demonstrations.

A showcase of world-class urban renewal and re-greening projects from WA and around the globe; from the MRA, national and International Government bodies.

Displays and interactive presentations from some of WA’s leading suppliers of urban greening and landscaping products.

Central venue - Perth City Farm, East Perth. An inspirational living example of urban renewal and greening.

Symposium ContentLearn to apply sustainable solutions using robust data and world-class science for:

Choosing and installing the best plants to create truly climate resilient landscapes.

Strategies to ensure ongoing established plant health and vigour in tough urban spaces.

Choosing quality nursery stock and planting methods to ensure establishment and healthy growth.

Accessing and effectively utilising high quality re-cycled and re-purposed products to create unique and innovative landscaping projects.

Cutting edge technologies for rapid, accurate and cost-effective measurement and monitoring of your urban forest and natural areas.

World leading space activation projects.

Activating and transforming barren and hot urban sites into green and high value community spaces.

Effective community engagement programs to build community collaborations. Bring ratepayers along the journey of accepting and valuing trees and the living environment and sway even your toughest community critics.

Empowering planners to achieve better outcomes for tree retention in ‘urban infill’

Event SchedulePresenting a 3 full-day symposium series featuring International experts lecturing on all aspects of tree health and management combined with a unique and innovative urban greening demonstrations and displays from suppliers of urban greening and landscaping products.. Attend individual days or the full series.

SYMPOSIUM 1 - TUESDAY JULY 10Tree Health Management in a Changing Climate

Perth City Farm ‘Behind the Scenes’ Tour (Optional) - 8:15am - 8:45am

EVENT REGISTRATION - from 8:30am MORNING SESSION 1 - 9:00am - 10:00am Acknowledgement of Country Official Opening Perth City Farm - the History

Rosanne Scott (Perth City Farm, Founding Board Member)

Selecting the Right Species in the Right Place in the Amenity Landscapes of Perth Grady Brand & Jeremy Thomas (Botanic Gardens & Parks Authority)

Conceptualisation, Design and Implementation of Urban Landscapes - the Yagan Square JourneyMarti Fooks (Aspect Studios, Past Associate)

MORNING BREAK - 10:00am - 10:20am

MORNING SESSION 2 - 10:20am - 12:00pm

Urban Tree Health and Death - Debunking Myths Around the Cause(s)Dr Paul Barber (ArborCarbon)

Latest Research Findings of Phytophthora Associated with Declining Urban Trees in PerthProf. Bernie Dell (Murdoch University)

Development and Implementation of a Pathogen Management PlanTBA (City of Joondalup)

LUNCH - 12:00pm - 12:45pm AFTERNOON SESSION - 12:45am - 3:30pm Plant it Right! What Happens When it’s Done Wrong?

Presentation by Chris Ferreira (The Forever Project), followed by a demonstration installation of anadvanced tree by the ArborCarbon team, showing use of soil improvers, wetting agents, probiotics.

Panel Discussion Heat Sink Rethink ‘Pop-Up’ Forest Installation

‘Firewise’ themed installation featuring the latest recycled and up-cycled products in the hardlandscaping. Perfect for Councils with high fire risk regions and development areas.

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Event ScheduleSYMPOSIUM 2 - MONDAY AUGUST 13Measurement, Monitoring & Strategic Planning


EVENT REGISTRATION - from 8:30am

MORNING SESSION 1 - 9:00am - 10:30am

Acknowledgement of Country

Official Opening - John Carey MLA, Member for Perth

Perth City Farm - the History.Rosanne Scott (Perth City Farm, Founding Board Member)

The North Sydney Council Experience - Tracking canopy change over 20 years, the ups, downs and a new approachMelissa McManus (North Sydney Council)

Combining Software & Arboriculture for Management of Urban Trees - the UK Experience Quentin Nicholls (Arbortrack, United Kingdom)



Case Studies of Aerial Measurement and Monitoring of Trees in Urban SpacesDr Paul Barber (ArborCarbon, Perth)

Masterplanning Bangkok and Bang Kachao - the Green Lung of BangkokDr Montathip [Jacky] Sommechai (Kasetsart University Thailand)

Building Resilience in WA Local Government Urban Forests – the City of Perth ExperienceMartin Copeman (City of Perth)

LUNCH - 12:00pm - 12:45pm

AFTERNOON SESSION - 12:45am - 3:30pm

Matching Quality Data to Policy - Local Government in the Context of State and FederalConservation RegulationsDr Mark Garkaklis (ArborCarbon, Perth)

Policy and Planning for the Management of 5 Million Trees in Hong KongDeborah Kuh (Hong Kong)

Panel Discussion

Heat Sink Rethink ‘Pop-Up’ Forest Installation‘Food Productivity’ themed installation featuring the latest recycled and up-cycled products in thehard landscaping.




Event ScheduleSYMPOSIUM 3 - TUESDAY OCTOBER 9Healthy Trees, Healthy People


EVENT REGISTRATION - from 8:30am MORNING SESSION 1 - 9:00am - 10:00am

Acknowledgement of Country

Official Opening - Hon. Simone McGurk MLA, Minister for Child Protection; Women’sInterests; Prevention of Family and Domestic Violence; Community Services

Perth City Farm - the Future as a Robust and Resilient Urban Renewal Project.Rosanne Scott (Perth City Farm, Founding Board Member)

Biophilic Cities and Urban DesignDr Jana Soderlund (Design by Nature, Perth)

Mananging Tree Risk in Urban Areas - the US and Hong Kong ExperienceKevin Eckert (ArborGlobal, Hawaii)



Local Success - Local Government and Urban Renewal ProgramsMultiple Presenters

Early Detection and Mitigation of Tree Health DisordersDr Paul Barber (ArborCarbon)

Challenging Urban Tree Management and Installations in a Highly Populated andGreen City – the Singapore ExperienceRick Thomas (ArborCulture, Singapore)

LUNCH - 12:00pm - 12:45pm

AFTERNOON SESSION - 12:45am - 3:30pm

The Link Between Trees and Human Health - A Case Study in Child Care CentresDr Hayley Christensen (University of Western Australia)

Panel Discussion Heat Sink Rethink ‘Pop-Up’ Forest Installation

‘Biodiversity’ themed installation featuring the latest recycled and up-cycled products in the hardlandscaping that can help attract and support wildlife.




We will showcase what can be done to make our high profile urban spaces greener, cooler and more inviting.

Taking the harsh and hostile public space directly opposite the City Farm oasis and in afast-paced and engaging 45 minute - 1 hour performance, we will transform it into ahealthy, productive and engaging open space.

The demonstration is an exciting and innovative fusion of entertainment and environmental education that not only shows audiences the vital role of trees in the urban setting but demonstrates how quick and simple such transformations can be.

Combining the skills of our expert landscapers and architects, we use an innovative suite of waterwise and productive plants, combined with a host of recycled materials to create a funky post modern community hub.

Symposium 1 - ‘Firewise’ themed installation. Perfect for Councils in high fire risk regions and development areas. Featuring presenter: Sabrina Hahn.

Symposium 2 -‘Food Productivity’ themed installation

Symposium 3 -‘Biodiversity’ themed installation. Featuring presenters Mandy and Mike Bamford.

These ‘Pop-up’ Forests are a perfect temporary installation for community festivals, expos and carnivals as well as a permanent transformation of an urban eyesore!

Bread in Common, Fremantle

‘Pop-up’ Forest Makeover

The Venue - Perth City FarmPERTH CITY FARM, 1 City Farm Place, East Perth

Centrally located, Perth City Farm is a popular location for exhibitions, green health expos and conferences as well as weddings and music events, with a capacity of up to 400 people.

A living venue that thrives on building community connections, it is home to a nursery, an organic farmer’s market and cafe. The large industrial warehouse buildings open onto a large central courtyard surrounded established gardens creating the perfect contrast of urban and natural elements

TRANSPORT

TRAIN - Claisebrook Train Station on the Perth-Midland line is just 650 metres or a 2 minute walk away.

BUS - Free Yellow CAT Bus, Stop #1 directly out front.

CAR - 735 regular bays and 7 disability bays at the Royal Street Carpark. Daily rate: Weekdays $12.00; Weekends $10:00.

DEBORAH KUHManager of Over 5 Million Trees, Hong Kong

Deborah Kuh leads the team that formulate policies and strategies across a range of urban design considerations relating to Hong Kong's landscape. Their aspiration now and into the future is to foster a more holistic approach to our sense of place.

Deborah’s team oversee community involvement and public education and awareness, serving the people of Hong Kong and the collective pursuit of design excellence and a sustainable place ecology. Deborah is also Chair of the Hong Kong Government's Urban Forest Advisory Panel.

KEVIN ECKERTPresident, Chief Consulting Arborist, ArborGlobal, Hawaii

Kevin Eckert is Arbor Global's founder, President and Managing Director. He brings a strong, international reputation for proven expertise and results to clients. With over 20 years of active, hands-on program research, design, implementation, and management experience, Kevin has developed a high level of knowledge, skills and abilities with the diversity of issues and challenges encountered in tropical and temperate arboriculture and vegetation management. He is an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist and ISA Certified Utility Specialist.

In recognition of his significant contributions to Utility Arboriculture, Kevin was awarded the International Society of Arboriculture Utility Arborist Award at its Annual Conference in Birmingham, England.

DR MONTATHIP (JACKY) SOMMECHAISenior Lecturer, Kasetsart University, Bangkok

Over the past decade Ms Sommeechai has devoted her studies to theconservation of Bang Kachao, the famous green lung of Bangkok, and hasplayed a key role in the master planning of Bangkok. Montathip is trusted by the Thai Royal Family for advising on urban forest management issues in Bangkok and has collaborated closely with scientists throughout the world including Murdoch University to study the ecological structure of urban forests.

Keynote Presenters

QUENTIN NICHOLLSManaging Director, Arbortrack, United Kingdom

Quentin Nicholls is the Managing Director of Arbortrack Systems Ltd, primarily responsible for home and international marketing and sales and the overall management of the Company since Arbortrack was developed in 1996.

He is an Arboricultural Consultant with 25 years experience in the Local Authority environment and 22 years in the Private Sector; a Fellow of the Arboricultural Association; a professional member of the International Society of Arboriculture; and a Trustee of the Arboricultural Association as well as being past Chairman.

RICK THOMASPrincipal Arborist, Director, ArborCulture, United Kingdom

Rick Thomas spent his student years studying Horticulture at Kings Park and Botanic Gardens in Perth, before moving to the UK where he undertook Tree Surgery/Arborist studies at Merrist Wood College.

Rick was a founding director and manager of a leading and highly credentialed Arboricultural business in Australia for 18 years specializing in large scale tree transplanting operations and Arboricultural Consultancy Services. Now living in Singapore since 2002, Rick brings over 25 years of Arboricultural experience, knowledge and passion. He is dedicated to assisting the development of the ‘tree care industry’ in a long lasting Arbor ‘Culture’ in Singapore and the surrounding region.

DR. MARK GARKAKLISPrincipal Ecologist, ArborCarbon

Mark has 30 years experience adaptively managing Australia’s natural ecosystems. A Principal Ecologist at ArborCarbon, Dr Garkaklis is an internationally recognized ecologist with a significant record of scientific publication of over 600 citations.

Examples of significant projects he has led include:

Development of Key Performance Indicators (Biological diversity andEcosystem health and vitality) 2014-2023 Western Australian ForestManagement Plan.

Review and recommendations for the Western Australian Phytophthoradieback Investment and Management framework.

Keynote Presenters

DR. PAUL BARBERManaging Director, ArborCarbon, Perth, Western AustraliaPaul is a world-renowned forest pathologist who was introduced to remote sensing in 2003 as a tool to investigate the causes of tree decline. Since then he has brought high-resolution remote sensing products to local government in Australia for measuring cover and condition of trees and providing early detection of declining urban tree health. He has described more than 20 new species of tree pathogens, many of these associated with urban trees, and developed many new and effective treatments. Paul is qualified in urban tree risk assessment (TRAQ, QTRA), is the CASA certified RPA Chief Pilot for the company, and sits on the Hong Kong Urban Forest Advisory Panel.

CHRIS FERREIRAManaging Director, The Forever Project, Perth, Western AustraliaChris Ferreira has been a leading, high profile exponent of sustainable land management in WA for the last 25 years. He specializes in innovative educa-tion programs to inspire and empower people from all walks of life to lead more fulfilling and sustainable lives with expertise in sustainable landscaping, urban forestry, sustainable small farm management, landcare,water, nutrient and energy efficient building, revegetation and sustainable urban design.

DR HAYLEY CHRISTIANSenior Research Fellow, University of Western Australia, PerthDr Christian’s research focuses on improving children’s physical activity levels, health and well-being through multi-level interventions focused on the child, family, social and built environment. This includes identifying and testing strategies to create healthy early childhood education and care environments and investigating how the home and neighbourhood environment shapes children’s health and development. Hayley recently led the team that investi-gated the relationship between canopy cover in childcare centres in WA and the physical activity and exposure to UV of adolescent children.

ROSANNE SCOTTFounder and Board Chair, Perth City FarmRosanne Scott, with other alumni, conceived Perth City Farm in 1990 and has remained involved in the Farm’s growth and development at every stage. Her passion and dedication ensuring PCF delivers outstanding community value, promotes local art and music, and continues to work towards a healthy and sustainable future through environmental conservation and sustainable food production. Her motto ‘Planting trees to help people grow’ combines her passion for the environment and for people, a passion that through PCF kick started Perth’s community garden movement.

Keynote Presenters

PROF. BERNARD DELLResearch Director, Murdoch UniversityFor the past five years Professor Bernard Dell’s international work for Murdoch University has been forging strategic research partnerships with Asia, particularly with China and Vietnam. As Postgraduate Research Director for the School of Veterinary and Life Sciences , his current focus is growing international partnerships that enhance Postgraduate Research in Agriculture and Food Security, Forestry and the Environment. Prof. Dell’s research spans the disciplines of Agriculture (crop production) and Forestry with a focus on sustainable food and fibre production and includes field research in agriculture and forestry in Australia, PR China, Philippines, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia. He has also trained over 50 PhD students in the Region. Recent appointments are as Head of Plant Sciences (2004 – 2009); Director Sustainable Ecosystems Research Institute (2009 – 2011); Research Director since 2011 and Visiting Professor, Chinese Academy of Forestry since 2003.

PROF. GILES HARDYManaging Director, The Forever Project, Perth AustraliaProfessor Giles Hardy is an expert in forest pathology and natural ecosystems, in particular, how biotic and abiotic plant diseases impact on ecosystem function and health. He has research collaborations in remote sensing, eco-hydrology, entomology, molecular plant pathology, plant physiology and nutrition, fungal genetics, microbiology, soil health, restoration ecology, and native fauna among others. Professor Hardy is currently Director of the State Centre of Excellence on Climate Change, Woodland and Forest Health, and Director of the Centre for Phytophthora Science and Management.

MARTI FOOKSSenior Associate, Rush\Wright Associates, Melbourne AustraliaMarti Fooks is a landscape architect dedicated to delivering exemplary public realm projects. From 2014 to 2018, in her recent associate role at Aspect Studios, Marti led the delivery of the landscape portion of Yagan Square, from concept design through to construction completion. A $70million project, Yagan Square includes streetscapes, water feature, amphitheater event space, a West Australian display garden and a unique planting palette of trees native to WA and the Perth region. Marti continues to lead the delivery of multiple large scale rooftop gardens and is committed to advocating the benefits of roof landscapes and urban forestry.

Keynote Presenters

DR JANA SODERLUNDDirector of Consultancy, Design by Nature, Perth, Western AustraliaDr Soderlund’s career in Environmental Science and Population and World Resources has evolved to an interest in urban design and a PhD in Biophilic Urban Design. Jana is a member of the global Biophilic Cities steering committee and initiated a Perth Biophilic Cities group who are active in events and campaigns to increase nature in cities. She is director of consultancy Design by Nature, board director of Green Roofs Australasia and consultant with ArborCarbon. Jana is an adjunct research fellow Curtin University and is currently part of a global research group on a biosolar research project.

Keynote Presenters

GRADY BRANDSenior Curator, Botanic Gardens & Parks Authority, Western AustraliaGrady is the Senior Curator of Kings Park and Botanic Garden, where he has worked in various positions for the past 40 years. He has a wealth of knowledge about the Western Australian flora and natural landscapes and is passionate about the environment and its ongoing conservation.With responsibility for horticultural and landscape development and management, Grady has played a key role in the planning, implementation and ongoing management of Kings Park generally.

JEREMY THOMASCurator Arboriculture, Botanic Gardens & Parks Authority, Western AustraliaJeremy entered the Horticulture industry as a Kings Park trainee in 1985 where he discovered his passion for trees and a pathway to pursue a career in Arboriculture.Jeremy completed studies in tree surgery and relocated to Melbourne to further his studies in Arboriculture at Burnley College. Returning to Perth Jeremy joined a specialist Arboriculture company delivering amenity tree surgery, mature tree transplanting and consultancy. Since 2005 Jeremy has been employed by the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority as Curator of Arboriculture, responsible for the development, management and maintenance of trees within Kings Park and Bold Park. In 2008 Jeremy was awarded a Winston Churchill fellowship to study overseas the management of trees and risk in public places.

Presenters - ‘Pop-Up ForestDR. HARRY ESLICKSenior Consultant, ArborCarbon, Perth, Western AustraliaDr Eslick recently joined ArborCarbon bringing over 10 years experience in vegetation pathogen and disease management in plantation and natural ecosystems throughout Australia. Harry has recently worked with clients such as Santanol, City of Joondalup and City of Nedlands on complex pathogen disease management projects using remote sensing for broad-scale analysis. Harry is also one of Australia’s leading truffle scientists working on maximizing production of truffle plantations for the Truffle and Wine Co.

Eugenie StockmannFounder, Green Fabric, Perth, Western Australia

Eugenie Stockman is a sustainability expert who passionately pursues better quality infill development having completed two multi-award winning developments in Perth that, through good design, incorporate a range of sustainability measures and provide quality green space. Her company The Green Swing created a community garden by re-vegetating a storm water drain and planted an urban orchard on a neighbouring road reserve. Eugenie has a diverse background in finance, project and office management and a Postgraduate Diploma in Sustainability from Murdoch University.

Sabrina HahnMaster Gardener, Director - Hort with Heart, Perth W.A.

Sabrina Hahn is the voice of WA’s most popular gardening show Roots and Shoots on ABC local radio. She is an award-winning author who is widely recognised as one of WA’s leading horticultural celebrities. Sabrina started her greening career completing a certificate of horticulture at Bentley Tafe, followed by a Degree in Aplied Science at WAIT, and finally a Bachelor of Social Science (Leisure Sciences) at Edith Cowan University. She has managed a nursery in Kalgoorlie and now runs a landscaping business. Sabrina excels at teaching us all the joys of gardening, and whether telling us how to “grow it” or “cook it” or giving advice on fruit trees or tips on gardening design you don’t want to miss her lively presentation.

Presenters - ‘Pop-Up ForestMIKE & MANDY BAMFORDBamford Consulting Ecologists, Perth, Western Australia

Ecologists Mike and Mandy Bamford specialise in wildlife research and science communication. Regulars on ABC local radio, they are active in several community groups working to keep wildlife in our cities. They study, talk, perform, write and present about wildlife and, in addition to their research work, write articles on science and the environment (includ-ing The Wild Side in the West Australian 1997-2003), prepare interpretative material for reserves and parks, develop education packages, run work-shops and provide on-stage performances. Mike is also a recognised scientific illustrator with an international reputation and is vice-chair of BirdLife Western Australia. Mandy is a councillor of the Western Australian Naturalists’ Club and a director of Birdlife Australia.

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