Last weekend, community action stopped the works on the Flemington Road gum tree after four hours. Only 40% of the canopy has been removed - the tree is healthy and could still survive and regrow. VicRoads have confirmed that they will not announce when the works will recommence - it could be any time. A community meeting has been convened by locals at the tree at 7am on Saturday 2 July, Election Day. Please consider attending if you have concerns about the tree's removal. The article below links to a new Trust Advocate blog update on what happened last Saturday, what happens next, and some ideas about how you can still show your support for this important tree. With thanks, the National Trust of Australia (Victoria)