Consultation outcome
Thank you to everyone who provided feedback on the Street Tree Upgrade Consultation for Valley Lake. This consultation has now closed and the community engagement report is available here.
Following the consultation, the below tree species for planting have been confirmed. Planting of new trees will take place as required in the winter months as part of the annual street tree planting program.
- Fraxinus pennsylvanica (Green Ash)
- Location: Property side of the road.
- Reason: The Green Ash performs well within this area. Based on the results from the survey, the planting of Green Ash should appeal to most (85% or respondents) of the properties, enhancing the aesthetic appeal and providing seasonal shade, which can benefit the properties directly. Additionally, the Green Ash is not regarded as a weed species in this environment, making it a suitable choice for urban planting.
- Eucalyptus melliodora (Yellow Box)
- Location: Steele Creek side.
- Reason: The Yellow Box will help support nature corridors, providing habitat and food for native wildlife. Planting this species along Steele Creek will help enhance biodiversity and maintain the natural landscape of the area. The proposed planting of Yellow Box along the creek side should ease concerns regarding seasonal leaf drop affecting the environmental system.
Background
At the Ordinary Council Meeting on 24 October 2023, Council resolved to endorse a five-year tree removal program for nature strip trees in Valley Lake assessed as being in “poor” or “very poor” condition. A total of six trees were removed on Granite Way and Peregrine Rise, Valley Lake, in 2024.
Ongoing tree management
Council continues to monitor trees in the area and remove trees that are assessed as being in “poor” or “very poor” condition.
