Trees could be saved in future if law change goes through
At present, no legal protection exists for large, mature trees in Murray Bridge and surrounds – but that may soon change.
A proposed change to state planning laws could prevent any more tragedies like the recent felling of two decades-old Norfolk Island pine trees in Murray Bridge.
Two significant trees on Mannum Road were allowed to be cut down earlier this year to make way for a childcare centre, to the disappointment of some locals.
At present, no legal protection exists for noteworthy trees outside the Adelaide metro area, regardless of their height or age.
But that may be about to change.
