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Level of Significance

  • File
  • Local
  • Regional
  • State
  • National

Age (approx)

160yrs

Trees

1

Diameter

2m

Height - 27m

Details

Common name
Queensland Kauri
Botanical name
Agathis robusta
Type
Specimen
Condition
Excellent
Municipality
Yarra (VIC)
Location
500 Yarra Boulevard, Richmond VIC 3121
Access
Unrestricted
Significances
  • Outstanding size (Scientific)
  • Outstanding species (Scientific)
Date of measurement
01 Feb 1985
Date of classification
04 Dec 2016

Statement of Significance

This tree is an outstanding specimen of Agathis robusta, in excellent condition and possibly one of the largest in cultivation in Victoria. This tree is a dominant feature in the landscape and is the most noticeable when travelling along the Boulevard. The tree is located in the University of Melbourne Burnley campus, formerly Burnley Horticultural College.