Friendly Freds Tree Services

30/01/2026

Chainsaw (Basic) Training – Limited Spots Available

We’re holding a Chainsaw Training Course through Duff Consulting with some spots available:

📍 On site at Friendly Fred’s - 299 Cawdor Road, Cawdor
📅 Monday 9 February
⏰ 7:00am – 4:00pm

💲 $449.40 per person
✅ All resources, PPE & equipment supplied

Perfect for anyone needing certification or refresher training.
Message us or comment below to secure a spot.

05/01/2026

Happy New Year 🥳
We’re back from our Christmas break and feeling refreshed and ready to go!

Whether you have questions, need a quote, or want to book a service, we’re here to help.

Don’t hesitate to get in touch via phone on (02) 4655 1133 or email at enquiries@friendlyfreds.com.au – we’re looking forward to catching up with all of our wonderful customers and making 2026 a great year!

12/08/2025

Last Friday, Mount Hunter Public School opened their Tiny Forest and honestly, what a special thing for our kids! It’s going to be a space they can help grow, learn from, and enjoy for years to come.

We got to meet some of our favorites from Gardening Australia and Botanic Gardens of Sydney at the event! Such a cool moment.

Being a full-time working mum means you’re constantly juggling — work, home, school — so knowing our community has schools like MHPS that not only take care of our kids, but also give them these amazing opportunities, is such a relief.

Our sincere gratitude to the teachers, parents, and P&C crew — you truly go above and beyond for the kids, and it doesn’t go unnoticed. Everyone here at Friendly Fred's Tree Services only wishes we could have done more to help!

Feeling lucky our little community has such big-hearted people in it.

22/06/2025

☕ It’s freezing out… you need a hot coffee!
Good news – Deja Brew Express Coffee is parked up at Friendly Fred’s, right opposite Camden High School!

Warm up with a toasty brew – perfect for the school run, early start, or just because it’s way too cold to function without caffeine!

Location: Friendly Fred’s Tree Services – 299 Cawdor Rd, Camden (directly opposite Camden High)

This Week’s Opening Hours:
➡️ Monday 23rd June – 5:30am to 10:00am
➡️ Tuesday 24th June – 7:30am to 10:00am
➡️ Wednesday 25th June – 6:30am to 10:00am
➡️ Thursday 26th June – 6:30am to 10:00am
➡️ Friday 27th June – 6:30am to 10:00am

Send a message to learn more

15/05/2025

🌳 Tree Removal & Replanting – Working with Hornsby Council 🌳

We recently had the opportunity to work alongside Hornsby Shire Council on a tree removal project, ensuring all conditions were carefully followed.

From lodging the application with council to the final replacement planting, we looked after the entire process to make things as smooth and stress-free as possible for our client.

As part of the approval, we planted a Tristaniopsis laurina — a lovely native species that supports local biodiversity and keeps our landscapes thriving.

We know council approvals can be a bit tricky at times to understand — that’s why we’re here to help from start to finish, making sure everything is done properly, responsibly, and with care.

📞 Call us on 4655 1133 if you need help navigating approvals, removals or replanting.

12/05/2025

🌱 Why We Buy Local When Replanting Trees 🌱

When we replant trees as part of council-approved works, we always aim to buy local. Locally grown plants are already familiar with our climate and soil, which gives them the best chance to thrive.

We prefer to buy our newbies from in Douglas Park — they know their stuff! Drop down and see Nathan if you're after healthy, hardy trees grown right here in the local area.

Supporting local nurseries doesn’t just help the community — it helps the trees too!

07/05/2025

🌳A little bit of happy news we'd love to share...

Today, a number of beautiful trees were given a second chance — saved and off to their new home.

It’s often assumed that all we do is remove trees, but that’s not the full story. When there’s an opportunity to preserve and relocate them, we take it — and today was one of those truly special days.

We honestly can’t express how happy this makes us feel. Knowing these trees will live on and thrive elsewhere is what makes the hard work so worth it.

Huge thanks to for their care and teamwork in bringing this to life. We’re privileged to work alongside people who value nature as much as we do.

Grateful for the wins — big or small — that help us care for our environment one tree at a time.

06/05/2025

One of the things that quietly sets us apart at Friendly Fred’s is that we’ve always had our own in-house crane service—and it really makes a difference in how we operate.

Having our own crane means we’re not relying on outside suppliers, waiting around for equipment, or driving prices up. It allows us to get in, get the job done safely and efficiently, and keep everything running on time—especially when dealing with those big, awkward, or hard-to-reach trees.

It’s just one of the many ways we work behind the scenes to keep things smooth and stress-free for our customers. No fuss, no fanfare—just doing what we do best.

03/04/2025

The Camden Show Kicks Off TODAY and we couldn't be more excited 🥳

The Camden Show 2025 is opening its gates today for a weekend full of family fun, farmyard favorites, thrilling rides, and delicious show food! 🍭🐴🚜

🎠 What’s On Today?
🐮 Amazing animal displays & competitions
🤠 Rodeo action tonight from 6 PM
🎆 Fireworks lighting up the sky tomorrow night!

Get ready for two huge days of country charm, carnival excitement, and community spirit! See you there!

📍 Onslow Park, Camden
🎟️ Tickets:

Camden Show returns on Friday, 4th & Saturday 5th, April 2025, bringing two big days of family fun, agricultural competitions, carnival rides, and live entertainment. Celebrate our region’s agricultural roots with a true country show that has something for everyone to love!

28/02/2025

🌿 Grateful for Wonderful Customers! 🌿

We are incredibly thankful for our amazing customers who take the time to share their kind words and appreciation. It truly means the world to us! 💚

Hearing how happy you are with our work motivates us to keep delivering the best service possible. Thank you, Greg & Jan, for your thoughtful message—it was a pleasure working on your property!

If you’re looking for professional and trustworthy tree care, we’re here to help! 🌳✨

04/02/2025

Thank you for your kind words! We are honored to be part of this project and grateful for the opportunity to support the care and recovery of these beautiful koalas. Seeing them thrive brings us so much joy! 🐨💚

10/01/2025

🌱🐨 Helping Our Koalas with Uni Vets Camden 🐨🌱

We’re excited to share how we’re helping care for koalas!

At Friendly Fred's Tree Services, we have dedicated trees onsite to provide fresh, nutritious leaf for koalas in care whilst also habitating others for resting forks. Uni Vets Camden uses these leaves and tree forks in enclosures and other recovery areas, ensuring they have the best support during their rehabilitation. 🌳💚

Check out the photos to see the process—from selecting the perfect tree forks and leaves, to ensuring they’re delivered where they’re needed most.

We’re proud to do our part to support these iconic Aussie animals.