Land Clearing & Mulching
Clear land professionally and fast in Northland
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Clear land professionally and fast in Northland
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Land Clearing Northland clears overgrown land with a remote-controlled mulcher across Northland and Auckland. Based in Kerikeri in the Bay of Islands, we service Te Tai Tokerau Northland, from Kaitaia to Whangārei and from the Hokianga to Russell.
Our hard-working crew will get the job done in the most efficient and cost-effective way, preserving nature in the process.
IMPAC PREQUAL prequalified contractor. 5-star assessment rating.
$10 million liability cover with FMG.
We offer specialist land clearing services, as our machinery safely operates on steep and rough terrain, clearing gorse, blackberry, scrub and kikuyu, effectively turning it to mulch where it stands.
Mānuka, gorse, blackberry, māhoe, pampas, tobacco weed and more are no problem for the Robocut.
Whether it's clearing new paths, prepping for driveways through thick bush, clearing paddocks of gorse that have gotten out of control, or mowing steep sections that a digger or tractor mower can't get to — no job is too big or too small for the Robocut and our team of specialised land clearing experts.
From mowing and mulching olive groves, avocado and kiwifruit orchards, to site clearing and land reclamation on farms, small holdings and developments, across lifestyle blocks, residential and coastal sections, forestry blocks and bush blocks — we are your one-stop shop!
We offer a complete land clearing service. Our team will do what needs to be done to get the land cleared effectively, leaving only mulch behind to feed back into the soil.
Our unique McConnel Robocut T600 machine is a remote-control mulcher built for terrain that cannot safely be worked from a cab. It can safely clear dense vegetation, gorse, scrub, wild tobacco and more on slopes of up to 55 degrees.
It is very precise and can work around existing steps, right up to houses, roadsides, retaining walls, plantings and mature trees without causing any damage.
The Robocut machine's tracks and low ground pressure mean no damage to the lawn, driveways and surfaces it may be operating from.
Robocut T600: mulching and mowing
Operates on slopes up to 55°.
Remote controlled from a distance of up to 150 m.
Robocut 1300 forestry head
This is the woody-material head. For gorse, tobacco weed and scrub up to 150 mm diameter, it mulches standing material in place rather than felling and windrowing. This is what goes on for reversion blocks and established gorse.
Energreen flail mulcher head
This is the grass and light-vegetation head. It is used on kikuyu, grassy weeds and small gorse regrowth, as well as for clean-up passes. It is fast across open ground and results in a finer finish.
Chainsaws and scrub bars
Larger trees can be hand cut and then mulched by the Robocut.
We provide:
Safe on Land Other Machines Can't Reach
The Robocut operates safely in places a digger or other manned machinery cannot. We do everything possible to minimise risk to people and property.
Using remote-controlled equipment means our highly skilled operators remain at a safe distance, operating safely in even the most extreme conditions.
Mowing and Mulching in One Pass
Our Robocut is extremely efficient at mowing and mulching in a single pass. This means less time on the job and less impact on your soil. The resultant mulch acts as a blanket, protecting your newly cleared slopes from erosion.
What our customers say
"Highly recommend! They turned our overgrown mānuka, long grass, and gorse-infested section into a space we are proud of. Fantastic communication, great attention to detail, and excellent value for money. Professional, reliable, and a pleasure to deal with. Thank you for an amazing job!"
Kirsten, Google review
"Highly recommend Land Clearing Northland! The incredible mulching machine chops through pretty much anything and Bernard is skilled at all terrain. It clears so much in a day, saving heaps of man hours. What would have taken days/weeks took only a day. Very impressed and wouldn't hesitate to book it again!"
Nitya, Google review
"Bernard and his team (both human and mechanical!) have done an exceptional job so far, we will definitely be utilising their expertise and grunt for other areas in the near future!"
Steve, Google review
Our People
Bernard Coogan, born and bred in the Far North, has been contracting across Northland for a number of years. He is very respectful of his clients' personal safety and property. He assesses every site for the presence of kiwi, and for historic and/or cultural significance, before work commences.
All staff are fully trained in safety procedures, are highly skilled machine operators, and are vetted to ensure they are of good character and hold clean licences. You can trust that Bernard and the team will take pride in completing the job to the highest standard and delivering the agreed result.
What can I do about a bank that is too steep for a tractor to clear?
Hire Land Clearing Northland to safely and effectively turn scrub on steep slopes and banks into mulch.
How do I clear gorse and blackberry on a steep hillside in Northland?
With a Robocut T600. Our remote-controlled mulching machine operates safely on slopes of up to 55°.
Do you offer gorse removal services in Whangārei?
Yes. Our machine effectively and safely removes gorse on all types of terrain: paddocks, hills, steep banks and valleys.
Will the gorse grow back?
Yes, it can grow back. However, one pass with the Robocut gets it under control. You would then be able to graze or mow the land to keep it under control. We do sometimes recommend a follow-up spray. However, many of our clients prefer not to use sprays. Our services get the land under control so that you are then able to maintain it more easily.
Can you clear access tracks and driveways on my land?
Yes. The Robocut can clear tracks large or small. It can clear safely and precisely right up to roadsides, streams and rivers, without damaging mature trees if desired.
I am converting land to plant natives. How do I clear the land first while preserving the soil for planting?
The Robocut is the ultimate machine for this. Operated remotely, it is able to turn vegetation to mulch in hard-to-reach areas. The beauty of it is that it preserves the soil in the process, unlike diggers that can tear up the soil, also leaving holes and uneven ground.
Do you take the vegetation away?
No. It is mulched where it stands, and nutrients are fed back into the soil as it decomposes.
How much land can the Robocut clear in a day?
The Robocut can clear 0.5 to 2 hectares in a day. This depends on the terrain and the vegetation being mulched.
What size vegetation and tree trunks can the Robocut mulch?
The Robocut can mulch up to 150 mm in diameter. Bigger ones can be dealt with in combination with a chainsaw: we cut out the trunk, then use the Robocut to tidy up the branches, effectively turning it all to mulch.
How much does it cost to clear land?
The day rate could be anywhere from $2,000 to $2,500, depending on the job and location.
How do you charge for a job?
We visit you on site to quote the job. The size of the land to clear, as well as the type of scrub we are removing, is factored into the quote. Contact us for your obligation-free quote.
Is there a minimum job size?
No. No job is too big or too small for the team at Land Clearing Northland.
What's the cheapest way to clear land?
Land Clearing Northland is a cost-effective way of clearing land, due to the use of the Robocut T600, which efficiently mulches thick weeds and vegetation in one pass. This saves time and money, resulting in the land cleared with only mulch left behind.
If your property is currently inaccessible due to the terrain and dense vegetation, call Land Clearing Northland to reclaim the land.
Bernard Coogan
021 2066 719
bcoogan002@gmail.com