Canopy tree protection. It is probably the most coveted regulation we have in Maroondah, and is often spoken as the “best thing about Maroondah” indeed the insignia begins with a eucalypt leaf. None of us should see a tree as an emcumberance the next generation are depending on us not to leave the world habitable.
Our trees are home to insects, small lizards, bats, bees, spiders and of course birds, indeed quite a diverse ecosystem and food chain. Maroondah has a significant variety to choose from when compared to other urban areas. The reason for that has been the community’s appreciation for our leafy environment.
All this life use trees as shelter, food source whether nectar, seeds or insects and a place to breed. Every tree is now part of our habitat regardless of location, on reserve or private land. Wildlife does not see land neatly divided into blocks with fences. Any tree provides connectivity with other trees nearby forming a significant canopy. Multiply this many times over and we have something called a wildlife corridor. This is crucial for species survival as individuals. Connectivity helps dispersal of wildlife populations between larger areas and ensures healthy genetic interchange and enables migration.
Our physical environment is at the heart of what CCS is about. If you live in this region, you are probably enjoying what CCS has fought for and preserved over many years. In particular “canopy trees” are foremost in the character of Maroondah.
A canopy tree is defined as any tree that has a height greater than 5 metres OR a single trunk circumference greater than 0.5 metre (measured at 1 metre above ground level). Permits are required to remove this type of vegetation.Our trees are of great importance and add significantly to our living environment.