Habitat pruning, tree maintenance and revegetation works have recently been completed by our Coastal Reserves and Conservation teams in Taylor Park, Torquay. This popular tree lined park is one of Torquay’s central places to take a stroll and enjoy the great outdoors.
Recent safety improvements include the pruning of several sugar gums, Eucalyptus cladocalyx, that were assessed by independent arborists as having a high risk of failure. The works highlight the importance of retaining animal habitat while proactively addressing potential risks associated with falling branches from dead or dangerous trees.
Habitat pruning involves the selective removal of certain parts of trees to create hollows for wildlife in individual branches. Dead and damaged trees that would otherwise be removed have been left in place to create habitat for a variety of wildlife.
These works complement the wonderful efforts of the local community who contribute regularly to weed removal and revegetation planting through monthly volunteer working bees organised by the Friends of Taylor Park.
The Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority has an annual tree inspection and maintenance program. All trees near paths, facilities and caravan parks are inspected annually to assess and manage risk of falling trees and branches.
Further tree planting, revegetation works, weed removal and tree maintenance programs will be conducted at key locations along the Great Ocean Road during the cooler months later this year.
