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Kay Street Trees Replaced

Kay Street, Traralgon is back to being a beautiful, fully tree-lined boulevard.

By Latrobe City - 7th December 2010 - Back to News

Five of Kay Street’s long standing elm trees were removed recently after Latrobe City arborists identified them as either a potential hazard or in poor health. The replacement of the trees allows for the community to safely enjoy the gardens for events such as the Farmers’ market.

Latrobe City mayor, Cr Kellie O’Callaghan, said that the trees have now been replaced with advanced Scottish Elms around six metres tall.

"It was unfortunate that the elm trees had to be removed and Council acted as quickly as possible to replace the trees. Extra measures were also taken to ensure that the new trees would prosper in their current position for the foreseeable future.

"Council would like to acknowledge and thank REH Cork Club, St Michaels School, The Traralgon Chamber of Commence and Industry, Traralgon City and Rural Community Development Association, Traralgon Farmers Market and Traralgon RSL for their assistance in the planning process of the removal and replacement of the trees," Cr O’Callaghan concluded.

Caption: The elms have now been replaced with advanced Scottish Elms around six metres tall

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