Vandals Destroy Nearly 200 Trees in Melbourne Parks

Glen Eira City Council faces $200,000 in damages after a weekend spree targets rare and young trees across multiple parks.

The vandalism occurred across eight parks in Melbourne's south-east, including Caulfield, Murrumbeena, and Carnegie.
Some of the destroyed trees are rare species, such as Red Gums at Boyd Park, which may not be replaceable.
The Glen Eira City Council has reported the incident to police, who are investigating the acts of criminal damage.
Community members have expressed outrage and are offering to help with replanting efforts organized by the council.
The destruction undermines the council's initiative to increase the tree canopy from 12.5% to 22% by 2040.