Populus nigra var italica
Cnr Lakeside and Bogong Avenues, MOUNT BEAUTY VIC 3699 - Property No T12111
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Statement of Significance
Contribution to landscape
Outstanding size
Historical value
Outstanding example of species
These two Populus nigra var. italica were planted as part of a war memorial soon after World War II. They are planted in a prominent location in the town and have an historical connection with the early development of Mt Beauty as a community.
Mt Beauty was a "company" town built by the Victoria State Electricity Commission for its employees who developed and managed the Kiewa and Bogong hydroelectricity power stations
25/05/2015 These trees have been removed
Measurements: 22/03/2007
Tree to right of monument:
Girth (m): 4.7
Spread (m): 13.5
Height (m): 30.9
Tree to left of monument
Girth (m): 4.7
Spread (m): 13
Height (m): 35.1
Estimated Age (yrs): 58
Condition: Good
Measurements; 06/01/2011
Girth (m): 4
Spread (m): 10 (N-S) 10 (E-W)
Height (m): 38
Estimated age (yrs): 62
Condition: Good
Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 3/12/2007
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Mount Beauty Community CentreNational Trust
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Liquidambar styracifluaNational Trust
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Mount Beauty War MemorialVic. War Heritage Inventory
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