Historical information

Details some versions of the history of the 'Batman Apple Tree'. Also the condition and lack of maintenance of the tree in 2002. Highlights Nillumbik Shire's ignorance of the existence of the tree; which is within one kilometre of the Nillumbik Shire Offices.

Significance

It is possibly the oldest European planted tree in Victoria. It was planted as a young tree in 1841.

Physical description

A4 photocopies of 3 articles relating to the condition and origin of the "Batman Apple Tree", located on the eastern bank of the Plenty River, north of Greensborough.

Inscriptions & markings

Blue pen annotations on one article.