Holt's Hill Entrance Avenue Trees

The Holt’s Hill reservoir and filtration complex was commissioned and opened in 1919 as part of the expansion of the Mount Crosby Waterworks. The majestic avenue of bunya pines and other mature species was established as part of these plans, and was planted while construction works were undertaken between 1914 and 1919. The avenue leads from Lake Manchester Road up to the plateau that contains the reservoir and associated buildings. The entrance avenue demonstrates the development of the waterworks precinct and the desire to create an attractive environment for the works, and makes a strong aesthetic contribution to the landscape.