More elm trees at roundabout in gisborne
20 specially grown elm trees have been planted at the new Melbourne Road and Kilmore Road roundabout in Gisborne.
The trees have been planted as part of landscaping works at the roundabout and follows the completion of major works last year.
The trees have grown from budwood taken from two large elm trees that were removed during the project, after being assessed by an arborist as being in poor condition.
The 20 trees are genetically identical to the two removed trees to maintain the look and feel of the original streetscape.
Branches were carefully collected by an arborist from Ryder Arboriculture & Environment for budding in August 2020, and the trees were grown and cared for by Mt William Advanced Tree Nursery in Lancefield before they were recently planted at the roundabout.
A large oak tree was retained in the centre of the roundabout as a feature and to provide character for the town in years to come.
Major works on the intersection upgrade were completed in August 2022 and have since improved safety and traffic flow.
The Andrews Labor Government has also worked with Macedon Ranges Shire Council, Melbourne Water and the Friends of Jacksons Creek to develop a detailed landscape plan for the rehabilitation of Bunjil Creek between the new bridge over Bunjil Creek and Jacksons Creek.
Native plants are currently being planted and woody weeds removed. These rehabilitation works are funded by the Labor Government as part of a state-wide regional roadside planting program.
For more information on the Melbourne Road and Kilmore Road intersection visit regionalroads.vic.gov.au
Quotes attributable to Member for Macedon Mary-Anne Thomas
"Not only is this Gisborne intersection now safer – a huge amount of effort has been put into ensuring the design visually fits with the character of the town."
“20 new elm trees have been planted at the Melbourne Road and Kilmore Road intersection in Gisborne, ensuring our town’s much-loved elm trees can continue to grow for years to come.
