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Level of Significance

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  • Local
  • Regional
  • State
  • National

Age (approx)

500yrs

Trees

1

Diameter

3m

Height - 23m

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Details

Common name
River Red Gum
Botanical name
Eucalyptus camaldulensis
Type
Specimen
Condition
Excellent
Municipality
Alpine (VIC)
Location
Jones And Smith Streets Myrtleford VIC 3736
Access
Unrestricted
Significances
  • Outstanding size (Scientific)
  • Other scientific (Scientific)
  • Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander (Social)
Date of measurement
20 May 2004
Date of classification
18 Sep 2016

Statement of Significance

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 Aboriginal groups.