New 'streamlined' policy on tree protection in urban areas being considered by NSW Government

By Murray Trembath
Updated August 29 2016 - 9:09am, first published August 24 2016 - 12:39pm
Canopy concerns: Mark Speakman says, "As a government, our aim is to significantly increase the urban tree canopy, not reduce it.” Picture: John Veage
Canopy concerns: Mark Speakman says, "As a government, our aim is to significantly increase the urban tree canopy, not reduce it.” Picture: John Veage

Councils in St George and Sutherland Shire could have their tree protection powers curtailed or possibly removed under proposed new laws.

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