Council Endorses Removal of Trees in Stage 2 & 3 of CBD Redevelopment

Key points

• Southern Grampians Shire Council has endorsed the removal of 66 London Plane Trees in stages two and three of the Hamilton CBD redevelopment. The Project Advisory Group recommended removal due to substantial impacts on buildings, footpaths, and roads.
• Council will now proceed with concept designs, including a tree replacement strategy for future greenery and canopy growth.
• Construction is not due to start until stage one is complete.