The City of Charles Sturt is currently concluding efforts to relocate six Norfolk Island pine trees from Point Malcolm Reserve to Henley Square. This change has been put in motion to provide additional shade over the turf area.
A range of options were contemplated, such as temporary retractable shades and permanent structures. Cost and impact on coastal views for Henley Square traders were factors taken into consideration, as well as the extent of shade protection provided, operational complexity, safety, coastal weather extremes, security, initial capital costs and ongoing operational costs.
The local council put the question to Henley residents last year, with consultations closing on Thursday 18 November 2021. It was decided that trees would provide the best natural shade solution for the Square, and from Monday 30 May, six pine trees are being planted in front of the coastline.
Three tree planting location options were considered, requiring the trees be placed 12‑15 metres apart from their centres, which is consistent with the spacing of Norfolk Pines through the Southern Carpark at Henley Square.
Option 1 – Trees along the western edge of the lawn
Option 2 – Trees along both sides of the lawn
Option 3 – Trees along the Eastern edge of the lawn
Troppo Architects and TCL were engaged to investigate the most suitable tree species for the environmental conditions, existing landscape, and tree locations throughout the square.
Norfolk Island Pine was selected as the best suitable tree for the project, due to its great performance in coastal environments, its ability to diffuse strong winds, and will align with the existing Norfolk Island Pines located near the Henley Surf Life Saving Club.
These six trees were relocated from the Point Malcolm Reserve, which is currently being developed.
For more information on the change, visit the City of Charles Sturt website.
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