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Port Jackson Fig Tree - Ficus Fubiginusa

Author

City of Belmont

Place Number

08655
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Location

131 Belgravia St Belmont

Location Details

Local Government

Belmont

Region

Metropolitan

Construction Date

Demolition Year

N/A

Statutory Heritage Listings

Type Status Date Documents More information
Heritage List Removed 22 Nov 2016

Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations

Type Status Date Documents
(no listings)

Other Heritage Listings and Surveys

Type Status Date Grading/Management More information
Category Description
Municipal Inventory Removed 22 Nov 2016 Category 4

Category 4

Contributes to the heritage of the locality. Photographically record prior to major development or demolition. Recognise and interpret the site if possible.

Local Heritage Survey Adopted 27 Jun 2023 Category 4

Category 4

Contributes to the heritage of the locality. Photographically record prior to major development or demolition. Recognise and interpret the site if possible.

Municipal Inventory Removed 31 Dec 1996 Category 4

Category 4

Contributes to the heritage of the locality. Photographically record prior to major development or demolition. Recognise and interpret the site if possible.

Statement of Significance

• The tree has aesthetic value asa large and impressive example of its species and is a landmark in the park and streetscape.
• This tree is evidence of the former use of this area of Belmont for rural purposes.
• The tree has been the centre of this suburban park from the 1970s and is valued by the community for its role in the provision of community services and facilities.

Physical Description

The large Port Jackson Fig Tree is located in Alfred Reserve. It is clearly visible from
Belgravia Street and accessible to the public.

History

This tree was a mature tree in 1953 visible in an aerial photograph. It is not known who was the owner of this landholding when the tree was planted. The tree was adjacent to a horse race track and may have been planted to provide shade
Fig trees were commonly planted in the early 20th century for their hardiness and quick growing habit.

The tree was incorporated into Alfred Street Park in the late 1970s.

Integrity/Authenticity

Integrity: High
Authenticity: High

Condition

Good

Place Type

Tree

Uses

Epoch General Specific
Present Use PARK\RESERVE Park\Reserve
Original Use PARK\RESERVE Park\Reserve

Creation Date

17 Jun 1997

Publish place record online (inHerit):

Approved

Last Update

08 Feb 2024

Disclaimer

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