Brimbank is proud of its significant and historical trees, which have shaped its cultural landscape and character.
That is why we regret to share the news that one of our significant trees at the rear of the Keilor Recreation Reserve has died and needs to be removed urgently.
The pine tree, approximately 100 years old, recently showed signs of decline and died very quickly. There is a concern for public safety as the tree is leaning and adjacent to one of the entrances to Keilor Primary School. The area around the tree has been barricaded for community safety and the tree is expected to be removed by Tuesday 11 February 2020.
Once this tree has been removed, Council will replace it with the same species nearby this coming winter. Council will continue to manage all of the significant trees identified in Council’s Significant Tree Register at the rear of the Keilor Recreation Reserve to preserve them in this landscape for as long as possible.
Council undertakes many measures to look after and prolong the lives of trees identified as part of Council’s Significant Tree Register. It manages significant trees through a Proactive Inspection Program that is carried out biannually or every two years, depending on the trees species and location.
If you would like more information about this matter or our program to help preserve our significant trees in the local landscape for as long as possible please contact Council’s Parks Services Unit on 9249 4000.