Golden Elms Find a New Home in Richmond Park

10 September 2025

Ahead of construction starting, Council’s contractors have carefully relocated the golden elm trees that were positioned along what will become the back retaining wall of the building footprint.

Following specialist arborist advice, the trees were moved while temperatures are still cool - the best time to transplant advanced deciduous trees. Moving mature trees is no small task, and timing is critical to give them the best chance to thrive in their new location.

The golden elms have been replanted within Richmond Park, including some near the new playground where they will provide much-needed shade as they establish and grow.