New Arborist of the Year Award

New Arborist of the Year Award

Are you an up-and-coming arborist or tree worker in your first 3 years of training or employment? This is your chance to shine,

have fun, meet other new arborists and win some great prizes.

The brand-new New Arborist of the Year Award celebrates fresh talent and dedication in our industry.

Ten new arborists will compete against each other across 5 events in a fun and friendly atmosphere. All competitors receive

lunch, a t-shirt, a free ticket to the conference happening in Canberra the next day, and the winner receives $500 cash

and a trophy.

It’s free to enter and will be an amazing experience.

How to Apply

Register now to secure your spot—places are limited. To be eligible you simply need to be in your first 3 years in the arboriculture

industry. You'll need to tell us what RTO you are enrolled with, or recently graduated from. Only the first 10 eligible applications will

be accepted, so don’t miss out. Know someone who’s in their first 3 years working in arboriculture? Encourage them to apply today!

Event Details:

Date: Sunday, 16 March 2025
Location: Telopea Park, Canberra
Competition Events: Knot tying, Tree identification, Throwline, Work Site Safety Assessment, and a quick-fire Quiz

What to Expect:

  • This is an all-day event, running alongside the Australian Tree Climbing Championships (ATCC) Masters. The New Arborist of the Year events will run in the morning and early afternoon and include some free time and socialising as well as the award presentation that evening.

  • The winner will be announced that evening at the QT Hotel in conjunction with the Welcome Reception & ATCC Presentation.

  • Based on the successful New Zealand model, this competition promotes networking and skills development. Many of the competitors make valuable new connections and receive job offers on the day.

  • All applicants will be emailed by Arb Australia to let them know if they were successful. Make sure you check your email (and junk folder). If you haven't received an email by Friday 21 February 2025, please contact us.

What Will You Win?

The winner will take home $500 cash, a free ticket to the National Conference plus a bunch of other exciting prizes to be presented on the day.

Register Here!

Don’t miss this opportunity to kick-start your career and gain recognition in the arboriculture community!  

  • No, you need to make your own way to the competition.

  • Wear your work clothes and bring your helmet. Bring some water, snacks, sunscreen and wet weather gear. All other gear is provided. Lunch is also provided.

  • Because you’ll be making history, and it’s fun! This is the first New Arborist of the Year competition in Australia – this is your chance to be the very first Australian winner.