Local Government
Bayswater
Region
Metropolitan
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Location
250-260 Walter Rd Morley
Location Details
Action Supermarket Car Park
Construction Date
Constructed from 1934
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
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 | ||||
| Local Heritage Survey | Adopted | 25 Feb 2020 | Classification 4 |
Classification 4 |
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Physical Description
The tree is a mature example of the species, largely surrounded by an asphalt car park with a small area of planting at the base.
The tree appears to be in good condition with new growth visible. There is evidence that the tree has been significantly lopped in the past creating a dense and compact shape.
History
This tree is understood to have been planted when the Morley Primary School was present at this site between 1934 and 1951.
The land on which the school was located was secured by the Morley Park Progress Association in the late 1920s for £10. This voluntary group were leaders in providing services for the small community.
The single classroom school provided for the children in the area until the period following World War Two when the area became more densely settled. With the increased number of students the school facilities and site was no longer appropriate and the building was relocated to the current site for Morley Primary School in Wellington Road.
The tree is visible in aerial photographs of the site in 1965 and a 1953 photograph is not conclusive but it appears to be at this location although the site is more densely populated with trees. It is clear that this tree was selected to be saved during clearing of the site for commercial development in the 1960s.
The Camphor Laurel tree was a popular choice of tree in the first half of the 20th century because it grew quickly and was very shady, qualities that would have been attractive for a new school.
Other Reference Numbers
| Ref Number | Description |
|---|---|
| 266 | Local Heritage Survey |
Other Keywords
Other Names: Camphor Laurel Tree
Place Type
Tree
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | OTHER | Other |
| Original Use | OTHER | Other |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| DEMOGRAPHIC SETTLEMENT & MOBILITY | Settlements |
Creation Date
19 Mar 1998Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
14 May 2021Disclaimer
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