Hunter River Red Gum

The Hunter River Red Gum is Australia’s most widespread Eucalypt species, yet it is currently classified as threatened in the Hunter Valley, with fewer than 1,000 mature trees remaining. Major threats to this iconic tree include land clearing, weed invasion, and alterations to water flows in rivers and their floodplains.

To ensure the survival of the River Red Gum, it is essential for the community to come together to protect the remaining trees and seek opportunities for reintroducing this species throughout the Hunter River Catchment. Healthy waterways are essential for the survival of this species in the Upper Hunter.