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139996

Populus nigra var italica

Lombardy Poplar

Morses Creek Road,, WANDILIGONG VIC 3744 - Property No T11399

Contribution to landscape This double row of trees was planned as an avenue driveway by the E C Dyason family to lead to a proposed new home on their property. The poplars were planted between 1931 and 1932 but the new house was never built and only the trees survive. The avenue exhibits a regimental splendour unparalled in Wandiligong. The Lombardy Poplar is native to north-western Africa and Europe and is widely naturalised in Australia. It is now regarded as an ... more

T11399

State
150323

Populus nigra var Italica

Lombardy Poplar

Princes Highway, TERANG VIC 3264 - Property No T11707

Aesthetic Value: An important avenue planting which provides an imposing entrance to Terang. These trees are at the eastern end of the poplar avenue. Measurements: 04/1987 Spread (m): 4 Girth (m): 2 Height (m): 16 Estimated Age (yrs): 60 Condition: Removed Classified: 09/04/1987

T11707

Demolished
140025

Populus nigra var italica

Lombardy Poplar

Cnr Lakeside and Bogong Avenues, MOUNT BEAUTY VIC 3699 - Property No T12111

Contribution to landscape Outstanding size Historical value Outstanding example of species These two Populus nigra var. italica were planted as part of a war memorial soon after World War II. They are planted in a prominent location in the town and have an historical connection with the early development of Mt Beauty as a community. Mt Beauty was a "company" town built by the Victoria State Electricity Commission for its employees who developed and ... more

T12111

State
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