Notification of upcoming tree works - Johnston Memorial Park and Playground, Balhannah

Adelaide Hill Council will be undertaking various tree removal works within Johnston Memorial Park, Oval and Playground area Balhannah.

Works required: Complete removal of four declining or structurally compromised Fraxinus angustifolia subsp. angustifolia (Desert Ash).

Location of works: The subject trees are situated within the playground area to the southern and eastern sides of the oval.

Please see the location of trees indicated in blue within the below image.

Reason for works: These tree removals are required to mitigate the risks associated with tree part failure occurring over these recreational congregation areas. Two of the trees display advanced levels of decline and poor crown vitality. These trees hold short remaining life expectancies. Two further trees surrounding the oval perimeter contain undesirable features within their primary branching structure. The presence of these structural features render the trees unsuitable for long term retention.

Date range of Works: Tuesday 13th and Wednesday 14th August 2024.

Estimated days to complete works: 2 Days.

Time of Works: 7:30am – 3:30pm.

Oval restrictions: To enable these works to be undertaken in a safe manner, the northern side of the playground will be isolated during works.

Additional Works: In the months following the completion of the tree removals, the stumps will be ground and locations replanted in winter 2025.

We apologies for any inconvenience and thank you for your cooperation in this matter. If you have any questions, please contact Council on 8408 0400.