Addresses
Type of place
Tree/s
Period
Victorian 1860-1890
This is an image of the local heritage place known as Fig Tree
Fig Tree
Addresses
Type of place
Tree/s
Period
Victorian 1860-1890
This tree, planted more than 120 years ago, is one of the best known Brisbane trees. It is in a very prominent location at the intersection of three roads and a very well known landmark. This site is a place of local heritage significance as it has aesthetic, historic and social significance in the local area for past, present and future generations. It should live another 100 years provided it is not damaged by a natural disaster or beset by disease. It has a particular social significance to the staff and students of the local Milton State School.
Geolocation
-27.468366 152.998788
Key dates
Local Heritage Place Since —
Date of Citation —
Criterion for listing
(A) Historical; (B) Rarity; (D) Representative; (E) Aesthetic; (G) SocialInteractive mapping
Geolocation
-27.468366 152.998788
Key dates
Local Heritage Place Since —
Date of Citation —
Criterion for listing
(A) Historical; (B) Rarity; (D) Representative; (E) Aesthetic; (G) SocialInteractive mapping
History
While the exact age of this tree is not known, it is believed to be at least 100 years old. It is one of Brisbane’s most well known trees and is located in a prominent position on Haig Road, a busy local road of the suburb of Milton.
The tree provides evidence of public 19th century planting in the streets of the local area that was done to improve the visual amenity of the suburb. Avenues of similar trees can be seen on both sides of the adjacent Gregory Park between Haig Road and Baroona Road.
Because of its close proximity to the Milton State School that has several similar fig trees in its grounds, the tree on the corner of Haig Road and Bayswater Road has a special significance for the staff and children of the school. Signage for the school in Bayswater Road includes an illustration of a mature fig tree.
Description
This is a magnificent and healthy Ficus microcarpa. It is a venerable specimen and its majestic appearance and size provide a great visual impact due to juxtaposition of the large scale, textures and colours.
Statement of significance
Relevant assessment criteria
This is a place of local heritage significance and meets one or more of the local heritage criteria under the Heritage planning scheme policy of the Brisbane City Plan 2014. It is significant because:
References
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Information kindly provided by the Milton State School, 15 February 2001
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Brisbane City Council. Brisbane Conservation Atlas. Nominations for the register of highly valued natural assets
Citation prepared by — Brisbane City Council (page revised January 2023)