What Sets Us Apart?
Thrive Arbor provides both professional arboricultural consulting and practical tree services.
This means our advice is informed by formal qualifications as well as real-world experience in pruning, removals, access, machinery and site constraints.
The result is practical, evidence-based recommendations that can be implemented safely and effectively.
Meet The Team
Grafton & Coffs Harbour Tree Services
Based between Grafton and Coffs Harbour we help homeowners, businesses, developers and government organisations make informed decisions about trees and achieve safe, practical and environmentally responsible outcomes.
Practical Experience. Professional Expertise.
Established in 2016 by Chris Gill, Thrive Arbor draws upon over 20 years experience to provide professional tree management, arboricultural consulting and environmental services throughout the Clarence Valley, Coffs Coast and surrounding regions.
We work with:
Homeowners
Businesses
Developers
Local Councils
Government Organisation
Chris Gill
Director & Senior Arborist
Chris trained in arboriculture in the United Kingdom more than 20 years ago and has since worked across a broad range of arboricultural disciplines throughout Australia. Since 2016, he has lived and operated on the NSW North Coast, developing extensive local knowledge of the region's tree species, environmental conditions and planning requirements.
As an AQF Level 5 Arborist, Chris specialises in arboricultural consulting, tree risk assessment and practical tree management. His experience spans residential, commercial and government projects, combining sound arboricultural advice with practical solutions developed through decades of hands-on industry experience.
Sara Lock
Environmental Scientist
Sara holds a Bachelor of Environmental Science from the University of Western Australia and plays an integral role in the operation of Thrive Arbor. In addition to managing administration and client communications, she assists in the preparation and development of arboricultural reports, providing research, document production and environmental support throughout the reporting process.
Her environmental science background complements Thrive Arbor's practical arboricultural expertise, helping deliver clear, well-presented and technically robust reports for clients, consultants and local authorities
Trusted Provider for
50+ 5⭐Reviews from our clients
“Thrive Arbor is the only arborist we will ever use. Chris has been looking after our significant 45m tallowwood trees for years, and his work is consistently outstanding.” ★★★★★
Hel Parkes — Coffs Harbour“They were competitive in their quoting to cut down two very large trees, and I was impressed with their mechanisation. Very pleasant and obliging, and they kept me informed.” ★★★★★
Jennifer Cayzer — Grafton“Not only were Thrive Arbor’s services surprisingly affordable, but they also took a thoughtful and thorough approach, ensuring every detail was addressed with precision.” ★★★★★
Keenan Armstrong — Kungala