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River Red Gum
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The Corroboree Tree
St Kilda Junction, Queens Road,, ST KILDA VIC 3182 - Property No T11152 |
Location or Context: A tree which occurs in a unique location or context and so provides a contribution to the landscape. Aboriginal Culture: A tree associated with Aboriginal activities. Plaque reads "Aboriginals of early settlement days congregated and held their ceremonies under and in the vicinity of this tree". Measurements: circa 1980 Spread (m): 14 Girth (m): 4.85 Height (m): 15 Estimated Age (yrs): 300 Condition: ... more |
T11152 |
State |
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River Red Gum
Porter Street, TEMPLESTOWE VIC 3418 - Property No T11544 |
Location or Context: remnant native vegetation Remnant of open woodland containing 8 Eucalyptus camaldulensis(River Red Gum) and 1 mature Eucalyptus ovata (Swamp Gum). The nursery on the site is being expanded. The trees are all to remain but it is possible that they will deteriorate with the development through root compaction in the carpark areas. Measurements: 27/05/1982 Spread (m): 28.8 Girth (m):4.2 Height (m): 30-35 Estimated Age (yrs): 300 ... more |
T11544 |
Regional |
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River Red Gum
"Yasme", Cavendish Road, DUNKELD VIC 3294 - Property No T11968 |
Curious growth form Known as the 'Immortal Red Gum', this venerable treehas at one time fallen over and continued to grow with the main branches now forming the canopy. The tree has re-rooted at several contact points and the massive branch structure exhibits gnarled, serpentine limbs, giving the tree and almost prehistoric quality. Clearly visible from the road the tree has unfortunately been the target of illegal woodcutters who have removed a number of live branches ... more |
T11968 |
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River Red Gum
Bundoora Park, Plenty Road,, PRESTON VIC 3072 - Property No T11082 |
Aboriginal Culture: Bundoora Park contains more than 100 superb examples of River Red Gums (Eucalyptus camaldulensis). Many are huge and must be well over 300 years old. This tree is relatively small by comparison and carries an eliptical scar about 1 metre from the ground. The tree is encirled by a 2.5m high fence. The scar has been verified by the National Museum as being created by Aboriginals removing the bark approximately 100 years ago. The tree is ... more |
T11082 |
Regional |
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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 |
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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 |
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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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