Tree Works Updates

Adelaide Hills Council wishes to advise that the following works will be undertaken within Tyalla Court, Crafers.

Works: Complete removal of ten dead Eucalyptus trees of various species situated within the southern verge of Tyalla Court, Crafers. Pruning to remove deadwood over the road corridor and the complete removal of one Eucalyptus viminalis (commonly known as Manna Gum tree) situated to the eastern end of Tyalla Courts southern road verge will be undertaken.

Date of works: Tuesday 18^th April 2023

Time of Works: 8:30am to 3:30pm

Reason for works: The removal of ten dead Eucalyptus trees is required to manage the likelihood of branch failure occurring over the road corridor. The trees are not suitable for retention as smaller specimens and therefore will be removed. Council engaged the services of an independent arboricultural consultant to assess the condition various trees within the road verge. The assessment findings concluded one mature Manna Gum displayed a rapid decline in health due to the presents of a wood decaying fungal pathogen. As a result, the trees ability to function has been compromised and no remedial management options are currently available. Significant structural defects were also observed within the trees primary branching structure. The tree has surpassed its useful life expectancy and is unsuitable for retention as a habitat tree in this location.

Vehicle restrictions: To enable these works to be conducted in a safe manner, the use of various machinery is required. This machinery will be positioned on the road surface requiring temporary modifications to traffic movements on Tyalla Court. Throughout the duration of the works various traffic management control will be implemented. Pedestrian access to residential properties will be maintained, however we request that residents who require to leave their properties by vehicle during this period, move their vehicles out of Tyalla Court prior to works commencing.

Timber may be left within the verge area for residents to collect once the works are completed. Please note, access to the work zone is strictly prohibited during the works. We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your cooperation in this matter. If you have any questions, please contact Councils Open Spaces Department on 8408 0400.

Yours sincerely,

Damian Brennan

Senior Arborist

Open Spaces Department

Adelaide Hills Council

Adelaide Hills Council wishes to advise that the following works which were originally scheduled to be undertaken on Friday 21^st April 2023 will now be undertaken on Wednesday 9^th August 2023. Works have been delayed as access to the site has been restricted due to adjacent residential construction works.

Works: Complete removal of one Corymbia citriodora (commonly known as Lemon-scented Gum) and pruning to reduce branch extension of one Eucalyptus camaldulensis (commonly known as River Red Gum) located on the corner of Kintyre Rd and Highland Court.

Date of works: Wednesday 9th August 2023

Time of Works: 8:00am – 2:30pm.

Reason for works: Adelaide Hills Council engaged an independent arboricultural consultant to assess the condition of the Lemon Scented Gum. The assessment findings concluded that the tree is unsustainable in its current environment and therefore will not be retained. No alternative management options (such as pruning) are available to address the issues identified. Pruning will occur to the River Red Gum tree to provide suitable clearances to the recently constructed dwelling.

Vehicle restrictions: To enable works to be conducted in a safe manner, the use of various machinery is required. This equipment will be positioned on the road surface requiring temporary modifications to traffic movements on Kintyre Road. Speed restrictions and a lane closure will be required between number 6 and number 14 Kintyre Road during the indicated time of works above.

Throughout the duration of the works a comprehensive work zone traffic management plan will be implemented. Residents in this area will still be able to access their properties by vehicle but are advised that delays may occur. Timber may be left within the verge area for residents to collect once the works are completed. Please note, access to the work zone is strictly prohibited during the works.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your cooperation in this matter. If you have any questions, please contact Councils Open Spaces Department on 8408 0400 between the hours of 9:00am to 3pm Monday to Friday.

Notification of Urgent Tree Works - Mount Barker Road, Stirling - Wednesday 29th March

In response to a recent large branch failure that has occurred within a mature Liquidambar tree situated within the Council verge.

Council will be undertaking urgent tree pruning works tomorrow Wednesday 29th March directly adjacent to 51 Mount Barker Road, Stirling.

Various remedial pruning works will be undertaken to enable the tree to be retained as a smaller specimen in the short to medium term.

To enable these works to occur, various parking bays will be closed to the western side of the tree.

Council will make attempt to minimise disruption during the works.

FURTHER INFORMATION:

Contact Damian Brennan Senior Arborist

m 0447 401 183

e dbrennan@ahc.sa.gov.au

Council's Arboriculture team will be undertaking tree works within the main township of Stirling as per the following information:

WHEN:

Friday 3rd February 2023, 6:00am – 9:00am.

WHERE:

49 and 51 Mount Barker Road, Stirling - Northern side of road.

SCOPE OF WORKS:

- Pruning to remove failed tree branches over the building roof line of Adelaide Hills Conveyancing.

- Branch reduction pruning of the tree adjacent to the Locavore Restaurant.

WHY:

• Tree pruning works are required to remediate damages caused resulting from recent extreme weather events.
• Tree pruning is required to enable the modification of the external veranda structure adjacent to Locavore Restaurant.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW:

• To enable access to the site, ten kurbside vehicle parking bays directly adjacent to the business will be closed during the works.
• Pedestrian traffic management controls will be implemented to ensure the safety of public is maintained. These controls will include closure of the pedestrian path directly underneath the trees.

FURTHER INFORMATION:

Contact Damian Brennan Senior Arborist

m 0447 401 183

e dbrennan@ahc.sa.gov.au

Contractors working on behalf of Council will be undertaking tree works within the main township of Stirling as per the following information:

WHEN:

Tuesday 31st January 2022, 7:30am – 4:00pm

WHERE:

Stirling Civic Lawns - Adjacent to Stirling Library entrance.

SCOPE OF WORKS:

Tree pruning to remove damaged sections of branching structure with multiple Pin Oak trees.

WHY:

• Pruning works is required to remediate damages caused resulting from the November 2022 extreme weather event.
• Tree pruning is required to maintain low levels of material risk to pedestrians and park users.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW:

• Pedestrian traffic management controls will be implemented to ensure the safety of the public is maintained. These controls will include closure of Mount Barker Roads north-eastern pedestrian path directly underneath the trees.

FURTHER INFORMATION:

Contact Damian Brennan Senior Arborist

m 0447 401 183

e dbrennan@ahc.sa.gov.au

Tree works will be undertaken on Burfords Hill Road, Kenton Valley.

WHEN

Wednesday 11th January 2023, between 8:00am – 3:00pm

FURTHER DETAILS:

Burfords Hill Road between Turner Road and Angus Creek Road will be closed.

WHY:

Tree works are being undertaken to ensure safety in regard to the Santos Tour Down Under event.

WHAT RESIDENTS NEED TO KNOW:

There will be detour signage set up to allow traffic to take alternative routes while these works are being conducted.

FURTHER INFORMATION:

Damian Brennan

Senior Arborist

m 0447 401 183

p 08 8408 0543

e dbrennan@ahc.sa.gov.au

Traffic controls will be implemented on Ayres Hill Road, Stirling to safely complete tree works.

WHEN:

Thursday 22nd December 2022, 8:00am – 4:00pm

WHERE:

Site 1 – 28 Ayres Hill Road, between Laurel Road and Birch Road, Stirling.

Site 2 – 2 Birch Road, South-western corner of Ayres Hill Road and Birch Road intersection, Stirling.

WHAT:

Remove two structurally defected Eucalyptus obliqua - Messmate Stringy Bark trees.

WHY:

• Tree removal of the western tree is required to reduce the likelihood of any falls over the road and power lines.
• Tree removal of the eastern tree is required to manage road safety issues.

No alternative tree management options are available to manage the associated risks posed by these trees to people and property.

WHAT DO RESIDENTS NEED TO KNOW:

• Speed restrictions including stop / go traffic commands will be in place.

FURTHER INFORMATION:

Contact Damian Brennan Senior Arborist

m 0447 401 183

p 08 8408 0543

e dbrennan@ahc.sa.gov.au

As a result of the recent storm event that occurred in November, multiple mature trees within the Paracombe play space area have been extensively damaged. Council has undertaken detailed tree assessments of three Monterey cypress trees (Cupressus macrocarpa) situated to the south-western side of the play space area. As a result of these assessments, significant structural defects have been identified within two of the three trees. Due to limited pruning options being available, two of the trees require complete removal. Unfortunately, the third tree now also requires complete removal due to its reduced ability to endure high wind events as a result of the sudden loss of protection previously received from the neighbouring trees.

When will works commence and the play space re-open?

Works are scheduled to commence on Thursday 15th December and will be completed by COB Friday 16th of December. The play space will be reopened to the public upon completion of the works. Throughout the duration of the works, access to the Hall and Oval facilities will be maintained.

Why do these trees need to be removed?

These trees are significantly damaged and compromised. They pose an increased risk of falling over the play space area, where people gather and play. Council is responsible for people's safety and committed to ensuring risks associated with trees are maintained to an acceptable level.

Why can’t we just prune the trees and they will grow back?

Unfortunately, Cypress trees when pruned do not have the ability to regenerate and form new tree canopies. Without this ability, the play space will receive limited shading during summer periods. The removal and planting of new trees will enable the development of larger more sustainable trees that will provide long term benefits to the community for future generations.

What will you replant and when?

Adelaide Hills Council will work with the Paracombe Recreation Ground Committee on replanting numerous advanced trees during the winter period of 2023. Consideration will be given to the best type of tree species, including those which will provide maximum shade to play space users and also compliments and improves the amenity of the site.

Further Information:

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Senior Arborist Damian Brennan on 0447 401 183.

We apologise for any inconvenience that these works may cause.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport (the Department) will be upgrading the bridge over Blumberg Creek located on Torrens Valley Road (Olivedale Street), Birdwood. This work is funded by the South Australian Government as part of the Bridge Stimulus Package. Works for the project will include site establishment, vegetation management and removal, strengthening of the existing bridge and installation of new safety barriers.

When

Works are scheduled to commence from Thursday, 1 December 2022 with project completion expected in early 2023, weather permitting. Typically, the work will be undertaken between 7am and 5pm, Monday to Fridays. Advanced notice will be provided if works are required at night or during the weekends.

Why

To extend the service life of the structure and improve safety for all road users.

What you need to know

To safely facilitate these works, traffic will be reduced to a single lane with temporary traffic signals in place to control the direction of traffic. Speed restrictions will also be in place throughout the work area for the duration of the project.

Road users are asked to please plan ahead, expect delays, allow extra travel time and take extra care when workers are on site. Observe speed limits, lane restrictions and traffic controllers when travelling through the area.

Access for emergency service vehicles and public transport will be maintained at all times during the works.

Access to properties will be maintained throughout the works wherever possible, with advance notice provided if there is a need to temporarily restrict driveway access.

Pedestrians and cyclists are advised to take care when travelling through the area. For safety reasons there may be some restricted access. Where required, signage will be in place to direct pedestrians and cyclists to alternative routes. Every effort will be made to minimise impacts to the community.

Some noise disturbance can be expected at times while these works are completed, however the work will be managed to minimise disturbance to nearby residents and businesses, as much as practically possible.

Further Information

To keep up to date as these works progress, we encourage the community to register for email updates. Please visit the project website www.dit.sa.gov.au/SARegionalBridges to register.

If you have any questions or would like to speak to a member of the project team, please call 1300 794 880 or email DIT.Engagement@sa.gov.au

The Department appreciates your co-operation and patience while these important works are undertaken.

The following tree works will be undertaken along William Street in Birdwood.

• Removal of 5 dead / declining Ash street trees, as per the aerial site map (red rectangles).
• Prune to remove deadwood from one mature Eucalyptus camaldulensis – River Red Gum - street tree at the same location (blue rectangle).

WHEN

• Thursday 1st to Friday 2nd December, weather conditions permitting. Between 8:00am – 3:00pm

FURTHER DETAILS:

• Four Ash trees will be removed within the western road verge adjacent to house number 18 William Street.
• One Ash tree will be removed within the western road verge adjacent to 8 William Street.
• Pruning of the mature River Red Gum will take place on the road verge adjacent to house number 17 William Street.
• Mechanical grinding of tree stumps and the planting of 5 new Fraxinus angustifolia ‘Raywoodii’ – Claret Ash street trees to replace the trees being removed will occur in 2023.

WHY:

• Adelaide Hills Council is committed to the staged replacement of the William Street Ash trees. The five Ash trees identified for removal display advanced stages of decline and each hold short useful life expectancies.
• Various replacement planting locations have been identified along the western verge line. The new planting locations have been selected after careful consideration of above and below ground infrastructure such as residential driveway cross overs and underground utility services.

WHAT RESIDENTS NEED TO KNOW:

• Vehicle speed restrictions will be implemented, and temporary stop/go traffic commands may be employed.
• To enable these works to be undertaken, we request residents to refrain from parking vehicles along the western side William Street adjacent to the identified trees.

FURTHER INFORMATION:

Damian Brennan

Senior Arborist

m 0447 401 183

p 08 8408 0543

e dbrennan@ahc.sa.gov.au