Local Government
Belmont
Region
Metropolitan
131 Belgravia St Belmont
Belmont
Metropolitan
Type | Status | Date | Documents |
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Heritage List | Removed | 22 Nov 2016 |
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Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | |
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Municipal Inventory | Removed | 22 Nov 2016 | Category 4 | |
Local Heritage Survey | Adopted | 27 Jun 2023 | Category 4 | |
Municipal Inventory | Removed | 31 Dec 1996 | Category 4 |
• 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.
The large Port Jackson Fig Tree is located in Alfred Reserve. It is clearly visible from Belgravia Street and accessible to the public.
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: High Authenticity: High
Good
Tree
Epoch | General | Specific |
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Present Use | PARK\RESERVE | Park\Reserve |
Original Use | PARK\RESERVE | Park\Reserve |
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