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1. I would like to object to the removal of this very old Coastal Manna Gum, Eucalyptus viminalis pryroriana on the grounds that it is extremely valuable as an amenity tree as well as habitat for birds, koalas etc. It provides local character for the seaside village, heralding the entrance into beautiful relaxing Balnarring beach, a tourist destination. Old trees like these create a sense of well being for local people who love the area for its natural values. This tree has been here for a very long time and could easily be protected by building a traffic calming Shikane under its canopy thereby re directing vehicles away from it and avoiding collision by taller vehicles like buses and trucks. We have lost most of the large old Banksia integrifolias after last summers dry spell. The local beachside forests have been dramatically altered recently. I would suggest that the council replant naturestrips, roadside reserves and offer free Banksia integrifolias to replant where these huge old giant Banksias have just died and are mostly still standing.
   
   Trees like these are precious on the peninsula. It is only in Balnarring and Shoreham that remnant trees as majestic as these still exist. They should be treasured not flippantly destroyed.

   Jo Ferguson

2. I am objecting to the removal of the Manna Gum which marks the entrance to Balnarring Bch , as a local resident l cherish the beautiful environment that surrounds myself and my family , as l understand the reason for the removal is because the bus has to turn wide slightly to miss it , l would like you to keep in mind that the bus has been coming passed that point for at least 35yrs without incident and the idea that cutting down any tree especially this particular one on the very slim chance that it’s a danger doesn’t stake up ,
   Please leave the tree !

3. I would like to object to the removal of this beautiful old coastal manna gum. I understand that this tree has become an issue for buses entering Balnarrring Beach but ask that you please consider other options for management of this. This tree provides important habitat for our rapidly dwindling koala population. The beauty of this old tree also adds to the character of our town and is enjoyed by residents as they enter. The small number of buses, low speed limit and minimal traffic in this area surely do not warrant the removal of such a significant tree.

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