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River Red Gum
Roadside reserve, Mandurang-Sedgwick Road,, MANDURANG VIC 3551 - Property No T11162 |
Outstanding Size: A tree outstanding for its large height, trunk circumference or canopy spread. A historic marker erected in 1988 under this tree reads "Adjacent to this tree is the site where the rescue party searching for Burke & Wills camped in 1862". The tree is in good condition despite having a burnt-out hollow trunk to 4m. Some protection may need to be erected to discourage further lighting of fires within the tree. Early in 2011 the tree was severly ... more |
T11162 |
Regional |
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River Red Gum
Fitzsimons Lane, TEMPLESTOWE VIC 3106 - Property No T11545 |
Location or Context: remnant native vegetation The 36 acre block contains 6 ancient River Red Gums in the south west corner. The rest of the site has been cleared long ago and has been farmed and developed. There is a seventh tree just outside the fence on the roadside. The old trees together with those on the Nursery site are a good example of the open woodland that once covered much of Templestowe. Measurements: 27/05/1982 Spread (m): 17-25 Girth (m): ... more |
T11545 |
Regional |
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River Red Gum
Jones and Smith Streets, MYRTLEFORD VIC 3737 - Property No T11969 |
Particularly old Outstanding size Associated with Aboriginal culture This tree is one of the oldest and largest in Victoria. Known as 'The Big Tree' , it is one of two mature RIver Red Gums remaining in the township of Myrteford. The tree was a meeting place for local Aborigines. Measurements: 10/1981 Spread (m): 26 Girth (m):8.75 Height (m): 22.5 Estimated Age (yrs): 500 Condition: Fair Access: Unrestricted Classified: ... more |
T11969 |
State |
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River red Gum
University of Melbourne, 156-292 Grattan Street,, CARLTON VIC 3053 - Property No T12183 |
Horticultural value Particularly old Outstanding size This group of four River Red Gums (Eucalyptus camaldulensis) is located on the western side of the oval. The treesmake an outstanding contribution to the surrounding landscape and are fine examples of the species. The most southerly of the four is old and gnarled with extended branches and great form. They are likely to be remnants of anoriginal ... more |
T12183 |
Regional |
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River Red Gum
Piambie Forest,, SWAN HILL VIC 3585 - Property No T11175 |
Curious Growth Form: Three trees which exhibit a curious growth form or physical feature such as abnormal outgrowths natural fusion of branches, severe lightning damage or unusually pruned forms. An unusual occurrence where two trees growing either side have fallen into the crown of the central tree and the branches have grafted together. While natural grafting is not uncommon, an example involving three trees is the only known occurrence. A major threat to the trees' ... more |
T11175 |
State |
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River Red Gum
Napier Park, Napier Street, STRATHMORE VIC 3041 - Property No T11560 |
Location or Context: Remnant native vegetation; Particularly old Land was given, from the estate of the late Theodore Napier, to council on the condition that the remnant woodland be left in its natural condition. The parkland contains 22 ancient trees,many severely damaged and about 40 otherRiver Red Gums of differing ages. There are no very young trees although Council have initiated a regeneration program, reduced mowing frequency and injected fertilisers ... more |
T11560 |
Regional |
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River Red Gum
Cnr Ovens Highway and Prince Street, MYRTLEFORD VIC 3737 - Property No T11970 |
Outstanding size A very large specimen located on the roadside. The tree is very of a veryupright form and would be one of the tallest known specimens.It is under potential threat from future road widening and soil improvement works are required. Measurements: 10/1981 Spread (m): 23 Girth (m): 7 Height (m): 29 Estimated Age (yrs): 200 Condition: Fair Access:Unrestricted Classified: 22/10/1981 |
T11970 |
Regional |
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River Red Gum
Railway Reserve, Cnr Miller and Rowe Streets,, ALPHINGTON VIC 3078 - Property No T12279 |
Contribution to landscape The River Red Gum (Eucalyptus camaldulensis) is one of 9 trees extending both north and south of Alphington Station. This main tree, on the southern side is clearly much older than the others. The population is a remnant of the woodlandthat occurred on the eastern Keilor basalt plains In 1992 to 1995 a community led regeneration program replaced sown grass undercover with native vegetation. This allowed for significant tree ... more |
T12279 |
Regional |
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River Red Gum
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Maternity tree
Ballarat-Maryborough Road,, TALBOT VIC 3371 - Property No T11177 |
Outstanding size Curious growth form Aboriginal culture This tree is known as the 'Aboriginal Maternity Tree' and is believed to be about 700 years old.Until 1840, there were many Aborigines, the Jajawurrong,living in the district, and Aboriginal law required mothers-to-be to leave family and community when birth was imminent. The tree has a hollowed out cavity which was usedfor shelter. This tree is located on the roadside, 0.3km from Maryborough Road, on the ... more |
T11177 |
State |
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River Red Gum
19-21 Glenard Drive, EAGLEMONT VIC 3084 - Property No T11735 |
Contribution to landscape An old tree, part of the original vegetation. Located in the front garden of a house designed by Walter Burley Griffin and since owned by his son. The house is classified by the National Trust and was built to complement the tree. Measurements: 12/1982 Spread (m): 17 Girth (m): 5 Height (m): 21 Estimated Age (yrs): 300 Condition: Fair Measurements: 17/10/2010 Spread (m): EW 16 NS 17 Girth(m): ... more |
T11735 |
Regional |
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