During Councils’ meeting on Tuesday, Council decided whether or not they would support a request to relocate and reinstate a fallen ring tree made by Jackie Price.
Council has already undertaken protection works and have recommended to support there quest.
Her letter reads, “I am writing to express my support for the removal of the fallen ring tree located on the roadway in the Junee Shire District. As a member of the Junee Aboriginal community, an Aboriginal Business woman and Cultural Educator, I understand the cultural significance and location of this tree in our area. However, given its current state and location, I believe removal is necessary to prevent further degradation and to ensure its cultural value is preserved appropriately.
“The fallen tree, while historically significant, poses several concerns if left unprotected. Firstly, its accessibility could lead to being harvested for firewood, compromising its integrity as a cultural artefact. Moreover, without proper conservation efforts, there is a risk of irreversible damage or decay overtime.
“The proposal to repatriate the fallen ring tree located near a farm gate in the Junee Shire District raises significant concerns about the tree’s preservation and potential for future damage. While acknowledging the cultural significance of the tree to the Junee Aboriginal community, several practical considerations necessitate careful evaluation before committing to its repatriation.
“Proximity to Farm Gate: Despite best efforts to protect the tree, its exposure to daily farm operations poses a continuous threat to its structural integrity and overall preservation.
Sustainability Concerns: Considering the fallen tree’s potential for being harvested as firewood if left unprotected. The potential for neglect and further deterioration of the tree’s cultural significance remains high in its current location.
“We have visited the Junee wetlands area today with other Junee community members and identified an area that would be suitable for relocation. “I appreciate the careful consideration that ACH Conservation gives to matters of cultural heritage and environmental preservation. I trust that in handling the removal of this fallen ring tree, the utmost respect and sensitivity will be applied to its cultural significance.”
More in the next edition of the Junee Independent.
-Jack Murray
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