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Abies pinsapo

Other Name Spanish Fir Location Ballarat Secondary College, Barkly Street, BALLARAT CENTRAL VIC 3350 - Property No T11328 File Number T11328 Level Regional

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These trees are two commemorative plantings growing either side of the stone steps next to the former Ballarat East Town Hall (demolished). The trees were planted in 1901 by the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York.
Abies pinsapo is a species of fir native to southern Spain and northern Morocco.
Located on embankment south-east of Library Building.

Measurements: 08/03/2004
Spread (m): 12
Girth (m): 2.5
Height (m): 23
Estimated Age (yrs):103
Condition: Fair