The hollows of two trees will be relocated from Bradbury’s Apex Park to nearby Fishers Ghost Creek to preserve animal habitats. The two trees were recently identified for removal in preparation of the Campbelltown Billabong Parklands project.
The timing of the relocation – this week – was chosen because it is just before the breeding season for native species.
Preserving the hollows is considered best practice as they provide refuge from weather and predators and safe sites for roosting and breeding for vulnerable animal species.
The large hollows of approximately 10m gum trees will later be relocated a distance of 800m to Fisher’s Ghost Creek where local wildlife can use them for habitat.
A final design for the $18.75 million Billabong Parklands project is currently being developed by Campbelltown Council’s appointed architects, with the transformational recreation space due to be delivered by June 2022.
The design will include landscaping using a variety of native species to increase tree canopy and shade options at the parklands space.
During the project’s development, council will seek to preserve as many of the existing trees onsite as possible to provide natural shade cover.
The project will deliver a range of recreational water play facilities catering for adults and children of all ages and abilities.
The design will draw inspiration from the local Dharawal National Park and Georges River and has a strong local identity from local Aboriginal cultural heritage.
