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Eucalyptus camaldulensis

Other Name

River Red Gum

Location

Warrnambool-Mortlake Road, ELLERSLIE VIC 3265 - Property No T11959

File Number

T11959

Level

State

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T11959 Eucalyptus
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T11959 Eucalyptus
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T11959 Eucalyptus
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T11959 Eucalyptus

Statement of Significance

Contribution to landscape

Known locally as the 'Fighting Tree' this specimen has a colourful history. Located beside the main road to the goldfields and the Hopkins River crossing, the tree stoodbetween two pubs. Apparently,when two men started to argue they were sent to fight under the tree. Two-up was also played under the tree. This tree is an improtant part of the districts local history.

Measurements: 02/1990
Spread (m): 20
Girth (m): 4
Height (m): 20
Estimated Age (yrs): 200
Condition: Good

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 08/02/1990

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees