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Guildford’s Majestic River Red Gum Crowned 2023 Victorian Tree of the Year

In a prestigious nod to natural beauty and historical significance, a towering River Red Gum tree, affectionately known as "The Big Tree," has claimed the title of 2023 Victorian Tree of the Year. The National Trust of Australia (Victoria) bestowed this honour upon the ancient Eucalyptus camaldulensis, which has graced the Midland Highway near Guildford…

31 October 2023ByBen Tyers

Nature

The Humble Spotted Gum Is a World Class Urban Tree. Here’s Why

Most of us find it very difficult to identify different species of eucalypt. You often hear people say they all look the same. Of course, they don’t. There are over 700 species of the iconic tree genus, and they can be very different in form, height, flowers and colours. Also Read: Where to Find the Tallest Trees…

4 September 2023ByGregory Moore

History Victoria

Bizarre Scenes As Yarra Ranges Council Spends $400K On Removing an Historic Mountain Grey Gum

Here at The Local Rag, we are very big fans of trees. We love everything about them. But it seems the residents of Warburton, and the Yarra Ranges Council haven't been a fan of trees of late—specifically a 150-year-old mountain grey gum tree called 'Warburton Tree' situated on the Warburton Highway in the town it's…

9 August 2023ByBen Tyers

Don't Miss a Thing From Regional Australia

Guildford’s Majestic River Red Gum Crowned 2023 Victorian Tree of the Year

The Humble Spotted Gum Is a World Class Urban Tree. Here’s Why

Bizarre Scenes As Yarra Ranges Council Spends $400K On Removing an Historic Mountain Grey Gum

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