November 11th, 2023Guildford’s Big Tree takes Tree of Year title

One of Victoria’s largest trees, a majestic River Red Gum (eucalyptus camaldulensis) located near Guildford on the Midland Highway, has been awarded the prestigious title of 2023 Victorian Tree of the Year by the National Trust of Australia (Victoria).
Known affectionately as The Big Tree, the tree is estimated to be more than 530 years old and stands at an impressive 32 metres. Trust CEO Simon Ambrose said the River Red Gum was a clear winner with more than 40 per cent of all votes cast. “Our winner is a well-respected landmark within the Guildford community, and voters have shown the significant contribution the River Red Gum has made to the local landscape with outstanding size and curious fusion of branches.”