Powerline clearing

Ausgrid manages Powerline clearing across the Inner West.

Please note that Council does not prune trees for power line clearance. Ausgrid is responsible for pruning public street and park trees in these circumstances and sets the required power lines clearance.

If you have any questions, concerns or wish to comment regarding the works being undertaken by Ausgrid please contact them directly:

Complaints

If you are unable to resolve the problem, or you are not satisfied with Ausgrid's response, you are entitled to contact the Energy and Water Ombudsman NSW.

The Energy and Water Ombudsman is an independent government approved dispute resolution organisation for New South Wales electricity customers, and they will aim to resolve your complaint.

Page last updated: 04 Feb 2026