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Our Services
Forestry Mulching
Forestry mulching is a cornerstone of our operations. With extensive expertise in vegetation management, we provide comprehensive mulching services across the state, using advanced equipment tailored for the steep Tasmanian landscape.
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This process involves simultaneously cutting and mulching vegetation, leaving behind a coarse organic layer that enriches the soil. This method enhances site accessibility, improves fire safety, reduces erosion, retains soil moisture, and promotes sustainable land health.
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Forestry mulching offers a fast, cost-efficient alternative to conventional clearing techniques, eliminating the need for burning, hauling, or waste disposal. It’s perfect for fire prevention, right-of-way maintenance, mine and plantation upkeep, weed and regrowth management, and bushfire recovery efforts.
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Our fleet features specialised rubber and steel track machines designed for low ground pressure and optimal performance on steep or uneven terrain. We carefully select the appropriate equipment for each project to ensure high efficiency and minimal environmental impact, regardless of vegetation density or property size.
Slashing and Mowing
Grass slashing and mowing is a highly effective method for controlling overgrown plants and minimising fire hazards, especially on larger rural estates, hobby farms, and construction sites.
At Forward Slash, we offer tailored slashing services for properties of all sizes, from compact residential plots to expansive agricultural fields and commercial developments.
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When terrain permits, we opt for flail mowers and mulchers, which provide a smoother, more uniform cut compared to standard rotary slashers. For challenging or uneven landscapes, our traditional slashers remain a dependable choice.
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Equipped with a diverse range of tools from agile skid steer slashers to large agricultural tractors we can access various sites to ensure compliance with local regulations and prepare properties for the bushfire season.
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Fire breaks and Easements
Fire breaks are cleared strips of land, typically created along a property’s perimeter, and are sometimes mandated by local government Bushfire Control Notices.
Their main function is to act as a barrier to slow or halt fire spread while also providing critical access for emergency services and firefighting vehicles during bushfire incidents.
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At Forward Slash, we customise our methods to match site conditions and ensure your firebreak or easement is compliant, accessible and effective in protecting your property from fire risks.
Paddock Rehabilitation
It is common for paddocks to deteriorate when not in use, with early signs being excessive bracken fern and blackberry growth, which is followed shortly after by small wattle trees.
To recover from this point requires a tailored approach depending on your particular situation,
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At Forward Slash we assess these conditions and provide the advice and machinery required to reclaim your overgrown paddocks back to lush pastures.
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General
Earthworks
At Forward Slash, we go beyond land clearing to offer a wide range of earthworks and machinery-based property maintenance services, tailored to keep your property in top condition. Our versatile solutions include:
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Road and Track Maintenance: Ensuring safe, accessible tracks with expert grading and surface restoration.
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Old Fence Removal: Efficiently dismantling and clearing outdated fencing to refresh your property’s boundaries.
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Excavation: Precise digging and earth-moving for foundations, drainage, or landscaping needs.
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Tree and Stump Removal: Safely eliminating trees and stumps to enhance usability and aesthetics.
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Site Leveling: Creating smooth, even surfaces for construction, landscaping, or improved land functionality.
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We recognise the value of having skilled operators and versatile machinery on-site, which is why we provide a comprehensive, all-in-one service to meet your property maintenance needs.
Remote Control Mulching
We operate Tasmania’s only remote-controlled forestry mulcher, capable of tackling vegetation on slopes up to 55 degrees and trees up to 200 millimetres in diameter.
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This is a true go-anywhere machine that can access the most rugged terrain. Combined with our other machinery, it makes Forward Slash the most versatile and well-equipped land clearing and vegetation management company in Tasmania.
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