As part of the management of the trees in Cook Park, six trees will be removed over the coming weeks.
These trees include several that have been overcrowded and trees that are of poor quality. The most significant removal is a Camphor 
Laurel tree that is in severe decline.
Trees to be removed include 2 of the 37 elm trees currently located in the park. The larger of these elm trees is severely decayed and is to be removed due to safety concerns.
Other trees to be removed include one of the 12 English Oak trees that are being overcrowded, a poplar tree and an Ash tree.
The Cook Park of today is due to the foresight given to the planting of trees from the 1870’s. Since this time Cook Park has developed into one of NSW most impressive Victorian style landscapes. The park and the trees need to be managed for future generations.
The trees of Cook Park are arguably the most significant element of the park. However as a consequence trees can also generate significant costs and present a range of risks especially as trees age.
Several reports have been commissioned to investigate the health and viability of trees in Cook Park. In 2003 a complete inventory of the trees in Cook Park was developed.
Tree removal works are scheduled to be completed by the end of November 2010, weather permitting.
