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In the wake of recent severe storms Brisbane City Council has banned use of Leopard Trees (Caesalpinia ferrea or Brazilian Ironwood) and will begin forcibly removing dangerous trees from public places and replacing street trees with storm resistant species and hiring arborists to professionally remove them.

A 49-year-old woman died after being struck by a fallen gum tree while walking across a basketball court at Highview Christian Community College in Maryborough on June 30 after Victoria after strong winds lashed much of the state.

Horsham was worst hit with falling trees doing damage to units and cars.

Trees falling on power lines caused state-wide blackouts.

Left unchecked, problems can present a major liability and can cause massive damage and costs down the track – not all of them covered by insurance.

Falling branches during storms can lay waste to roofs and carports with ease. Growing branches can damage power lines and roots can do unseen damage to foundations, landscaping, underground pipes and plumbing. Poorly managed trees can rapidly decay due to diseases, parasites and fungi and can be the source of household pest problems including termites and species of borers. Leaves can clog gutters, drains and pool filters.