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Sydney turns over a new leaf and says goodbye to much-maligned plane trees

The City of Sydney has said it will gradually phase out the use of plane trees across the streets of the city. Plane trees, which account for almost 10% of the street and park trees across the whole City of Sydney but are the dominant species in some areas, have had their fair share of critics over the years. Tim Flannery once called them “foreign weeds … about as much use to our wildlife as concrete posts”. https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2023/oct/28/sydney-turns-over-a-new-leaf-and-says-goodbye-to-much-maligned-plane-trees

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    • mercy nduta

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      This is the right way to conserve the biodiversity.

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      • Grace Njeri

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        Positive efforts that needs emulation.

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        • johnte ndeto

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          this is commendable job

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          • Elizabeth Gathigia

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            A positive step that leads to improving the environment

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            • rosebellendiritu

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              What a deal!it's very encouraging

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              • Ann Nyambura

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                This sets a precedent for future urban planning, emphasizing sustainability and the environment in creating modern cities.

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                • George Kariuki

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                  This is a positive step towards creating greener and more ecologically sustainable urban environments.

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                  • Grace Njeri

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                    @george_kariuki We are proud of them.

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                  • CHRIS NGATIA

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                    Improvements to the environment is a great step

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                    • Rotich Kim

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                      Our environment should be improved to provide solution for young generation ✍️

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                      • walter lungayi

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                        It's interesting to see that the City of Sydney is planning to phase out the use of plane trees. While they may be a dominant species in some areas, it seems that they have received a lot of criticism over the years. I'm curious to know what species will replace them and how this decision will impact the overall aesthetic and environment of the city.

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                        • Joseph Githinji

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                          Change for the better on the sake of our climate is so vital.

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                          • Grace Njeri

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                            @joseph_githinji It's super essential in matter climate

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                          • Princess

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                            Environmental improvements are essential for the well-being of the city and its residents.

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