Street trees in Brynor Crescent, Glen Waverley

Our focus is on preserving trees that are healthy and creating additional planting in local parks and reserves to boost greenery.

We will only be removing and replacing those trees that are dead, dying (with a useful life expectancy of less than two years) or dangerous (they pose a risk to the community in the short term).

Street Tree Assessments

Our arborists have completed individual tree assessments based on the above criteria. In Brynor Crescent, we are proposing to remove 5 trees and will be planting a total of 14 trees which includes an additional 10 trees in vacant locations.

Replacement Tree Species

Council's arborist proposed four appropriate tree species to be considered for planting. In some cases, we will need to select two complementary species to be planted on either side of the road to accommodate constraints such as power lines, service pits and other infrastructure that exists within the street.

A proposed street tree renewal plan including all proposed tree removals, replacements and species choices has been drafted for Brynor Crescent, Glen Waverley:

Brynor Crescent - Proposed Tree Renewal Plan(PDF, 2MB)

We sought feedback on the preferred species from all directly affected residents via an online survey or postal vote. The species of tree that received the majority of preferences will be planted in 2020, after the removal of trees identified in the plan.

Survey Results

Council sought feedback (reply paid mail survey and online) on the preferred option of tree species directly affected residents would like to see planted in their street (until Friday 30 August 2019).

Your street has selected Option 3 Brachychiton populneus x acerifolius - 'Jerilderie Red'.

For Brynor Crescent a total of 13 votes were received with 7 votes for Option 3.

Council will be responsible for the care of the new street trees for the first two years as they become established.

The trees will then become part of Council’s proactive annual maintenance program, where they will be checked and pruned if necessary as part of an annual program. 

Thank you for providing your feedback to renew your streetscape and Monash’s highly valued tree canopy.

For more information, please contact Lucas Skelton, Manager Horticulture, on 9518 3555.

Option 1 - Combination of species

Power line side 

Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' - Luscious Kanooka

An Australian native. Leaves are dark green, shiny and large. New growth starts in a distinctive copper colour and further interest appears over time with the branches developing deep purple coloured bark which peels back to reveal a smooth, cream trunk. Flowers are yellow and sweetly perfumed, appearing in clusters through summer.

Mature Size (h x w): 8 x 4m
Form: Oval 

Non-power line side 

Lophostemon confertus - Queensland Brush Box

This is a fast growing tree. Dome-like in shape, it develops a very dense foliage cover of dark green, leathery leaves providing good shade for the summer months. Summer also brings clusters of small white flowers whose stamens give them a decorative fluffy appearance.

Mature Size (h x w): 10 x 15m
Form: Oval

Option 2 - Single species (both sides of the road)

Callistemon viminalis - Weeping Bottle Brush

This is a pretty bird-attracting tree with a heavy crown due to the profusion of brilliant red flowers in Spring and Summer. It is the weight of these flowers that gives it a pendulous habit.

Mature Size (h x w): 6-8 x 6-8m
Form: Round 

Option 3 - Single species (both sides of the road)

Brachychiton populneus x acerifolius - 'Jerilderie Red'

This is an attractive densely canopied tree that grows to approximately 8m tall and 7m wide. It has a bloated trunk and large lobed leaves. During the summer months, the tree is densely packed with stunning powdery-red flowers that are shaped like small bells.

Mature Size (h x w): 6-8 x 6-8m
Form: Broad domed