Men's shed capturing history

The Showgrounds Men’s Shed is helping the Town create a historical photographic record of the tree canopy around Lake Claremont.

Residents of Claremont were heartbroken when it was announced that over 170 trees were going to be removed as the polyphagous shot-hole borer (PSHB) causes destruction across Perth.

The irreversible damage caused by the PSHB means affected trees in Lake Claremont, Mulder Park and the surrounding park areas have no other option but to be removed.

The Men’s Shed Photography Group used their skills to capture drone footage and photos of the tree canopy around Claremont.

 Mayor Jock Barker said that the Town of Claremont is incredibly grateful for the hard work the volunteers at the Men's Shed were doing, to ensure there was a historical record of the event.

“Whilst it is a sad part of our history, it is important for generations to come to be able to see the change in the canopy,” Mayor Barker said.

“We hope that the restoration efforts being undertaken through our Winter Planting Program and Adopt a Tree initiative will contribute in making up for this substantial loss.”

Through the Adopt a Tree program, new trees can be planted at Lake Claremont, Claremont Park, John and Jean Mulder Park, or on Stirling Road near the Scotch College playing fields.

Residents who suspect they have borer damage to trees should call the DPIRD’s Pest and Disease Information Service on (08)9368 3080, reported via the MyPestGuide® Reporter app, or email padis@dpird.wa.gov.au.