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Kardella Boer War Memorial Oak Trees
Kardella-Fairbank Road KARDELLA, South Gippsland Shire

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Statement of Significance

The pair of Boer War Memorial Oak Trees, believed to have been planted in July 1901, adjacent to Kardella-Fairbank Road, Kardella.

Why is it Significant?
The pair of memorial Oak trees at Kardella are of local historic significance to South Gippsland Shire.

Historically, they are believed to be the only memorial to the Boer War in the Shire and are the earliest war memorial in the Shire. Together with the nearby Honour Avenue planted in memory of the First World War, they demonstrate the impact of these conflicts upon the Kardella community and assist in interpreting the location of Kardella township, which has now all but disappeared.

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    • Physical Description 1

      Kardella Boer War Memorial Oak Trees - Physical Description 1

      A pair of Oak Trees planted adjacent to the roadside (Kardella-Fairbanks Road) in the middle of what was Kardella township. The trees are in fair condition - they have been badly pruned to avoid interfering with overhead services.

      Physical Description 2

      Kardella Boer War Memorial Oak Trees - Physical Description 2

      Style

      Significant Trees

      Historical Australian Themes

      Kardella Boer War Memorial Oak Trees - Historical Australian Themes

      Thematic Context

      Government and Community Institutions

      Sub-Themes

      Institutions Military Defence

      Veterans Description for Public

      Kardella Boer War Memorial Oak Trees - Veterans Description for Public

      The pair of Boer War Memorial Oak Trees are believed to have been planted in July 1901, adjacent to Kardella-Fairbank Road, in the middle of what was the Kardella Township. Historically, they are believed to be the only memorial to the Boer War in the Shire and are the earliest war memorial in the Shire. Together with the nearby Honour Avenue planted in memory of the First World War, they demonstrate the impact of these conflicts upon the small Kardella township, which has now all but disappeared.

      Heritage Study and Grading

      Heritage Study and Grading

      South Gippsland - South Gippsland Heritage Study

      Author: David Helms with Trevor Westmore
      Year: 2004
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