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Mayday Hills, Albert Road, Beechworth |
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English Oak
Main Street, APSLEY VIC 3319 - Property No T12064 |
Commemorating important historical event Two Quercus robur (only one of which is recommended for nomination) were planted to commemorate the relief of Mafeking in 1902. The siege of Mafeking started in October 1899 at the beginning of the Anglo-Boer war in South Africa. The English troops, led by Commander Baden Powell turned out to be an inadequate force against the Boers and he resorted to tricking his enemy about his lack of resources. They were holed up in ... more |
T12064 |
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English Oak
Ballam Park Homestead, Cranbourne Road, FRANKSTON VIC 3199 - Property No T11577 |
Contribution to historic garden Aesthetic signifiicance. A particularly large specimen forming part of an historic garden. The house, completed in 1854, is classified by the National Trust. It is assumed that the Oak is of similar age. The tree requires urgent maintenance 1994 Major limbs removed from lower canopy. Measurements: 09/1984: Spread (m): 25 Girth (m):3.72 Height (m): 20.3 Estimated Age (yrs): 130 Condition: ... more |
T11577 |
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English Oak Woolongoon
"Woolongoon", Connewarren Lane, MORTLAKE VIC 3272 - Property No T11960 |
Commemorating historic event This tree was planted by John Masefield, a well-known British poet laureate,in 1934. It is on the eastern lawn beyond which are major views of the lake and countryside.The land has been owned and farmedby the Weatherley family since 1985 and thegarden was generally formed between 1911 and 1920. The tree has responded to the improved watering system (1988)and tree surgery. Measurements: 28/02/1990 Spread (m): 15.6 Girth (m): ... more |
T11960 |
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English Oak
18 St Helier's Street,, ABBOTSFORD VIC 3067 - Property No T12291 |
Outstanding species (Scientific) Location/Context (Social) Landscape (Social) This outstanding example of Quercus robur is one of the largest to be registered. It is the tallest recorded English Oak in Melbourne or any other urban location in Victoria, and is only surpassed by those in rural locales. It is believed to have been planted by the Good Shepherd nuns around 1920 and its healthy state offers aesthetic value contributing to the surrounding ... more |
T12291 |
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Quercus robur and Ulmus x hollandica
English Oak
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Dutch Elm
'The Grange', Huxtable Road,, PAKENHAM UPPER VIC 3810 - Property No T11060 |
Contribution to the landscape of historic garden Aesthetic value This is a fine avenue of alternate Elms (Ulmus x hollandica) and Oaks (Quercus robur) located along the driveway leading to 'The Grange', an estate built by Fitzroy Football Club founder, John McMahon, around 1872. Measurements: 06/1983 Spread (m): 22.25 Girth (m): 2.55 Height (m): 25 Estimated Age (yrs): 110 Condition: Good Measurements: June 2011 Spread ... more |
T11060 |
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Fastigiated English Oak
Mt Macedon Road, MACEDON VIC 3440 - Property No T11624 |
Horticultural value Rare or localised Outstanding size Example of species An outstanding example of this rare oak. Its narrow upright habit is very similar in form to the Lombardy Poplar. The uniform growth and size of this specimen contributes greatly to its significance as a feature of the landscape. Uncommon in cultivation in Victoria. Located in the roadside reserve opposite the Avenue of Honour Measurements: 05/1987 Spread (m): 6 Girth ... more |
T11624 |
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English Oak
Avenue of Honour, Calder Highway, WOODEND VIC 3442 - Property No T12001 |
Contribution to landscape Historical commemoration A signficant avenue planting following World War I. The Avenue of Honour extends over 2.4km north of Woodend and comprises Quercus robur, Quercus canariensis and hybrids between these two species. It is one of only two avenues in Victoria (the other at Cranbourne) to consist of Oak trees, which symbolise virtue. This Avenue is amongst the best in Victoria. Measurements: 10/1985 Spread (m): 19 Girth ... more |
T12001 |
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English oak
Alford Street WARRAGUL, BAW BAW SHIRE |
This avenue of oak trees extends along Alford Street from Hope Street in the west to Victoria Street in the East. These trees are estimated to have been planted in circa 1910. This avenue of oaks is significant for aesthetic and scientific reasons at a Statel level. This is a marvellous avenue of oaks, lining a residential street in Warragual. It is the only known street of its kind in the local area. ... more |
T12341 |
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English Oak
'Kilmany Park' 1613 Settlement Road,, SALE VIC 3850 - Property No T11099 |
Historical value This commemorative planting dominates the western side of the historic property. The sign reads "This oak was planted by His Majesty King George V when visiting the property as HRH the Duke of York on 15 May 1901. This tablet was erected by the representatives of the Victorian Bowling Asociation February 1935". 'Kilmany Park' was settled by William Pearson in September 1841 and is one of the oldest established properties in eastern Victoria. The ... more |
T11099 |
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