Local Government
Gosnells
Region
Metropolitan
Location
Evelyn St Gosnells
Location Details
Other Name(s)
Quercus robur
Construction Date
Constructed from 1870
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 13 Sep 2016 | Category 3 | |
Statement of Significance
The tree has aesthetic value as an excellent example of oak trees in a park setting. The tree has historic value for its association with the Spencer family who settled on this locality in 1833 and planted the tree c.1870. The tree has social value as the focus of this small park which has been the venue for informal gatherings for many years and the inspiration for planting of adjacent oak trees.
Physical Description
This tree is located within a reserve which is predominantly grass with a small playground and seating. A masonry wall located within the park has several plaques that recognise the contribution of the Spencer family to the establishment of the district.
History
This area of Langford was granted to Charles Spencer (c.1802-1872) in 1852 and it is believed that his son, John Spencer (1829-1910) planted the acorn which grew into this tree in c.1870. Charles and John Spencer farmed in the district and John built up a landholding of approximately 1000 acres. The park is dedicated to the Spencer family and there is a memorial seat in the park with plaques erected by Spencer descendents in recognition of their family's contribution to the establishment of the district. Several other Oak trees have been planted in the vicinity in recognition of the original tree.
Integrity/Authenticity
Integrity high degree Authenticity high degree
Condition
good
References
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Gosnells – 2010 Heritage Listed trees supporting information | |||
| Letter from Mrs J. L. Ansell and Mrs U.R. Duncanson to the City of Gosnells in 1978 | |||
| Erickson, Rica [comp], The Bicentennial Dictionary of Western Australians pre-1829-1888, UWA Press, Nedlands, 1988, Vol IV, p. 2904, 2907 |
Place Type
Tree
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | OTHER | Other |
Creation Date
18 Aug 2011Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
07 Feb 2020Disclaimer
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