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Giant trees planted pre-WWII being removed after chemicals, disease, vandalism take toll

Two iconic giant sequoias, planted to mark the coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, are being removed from a Hobart park from Monday after their health rapidly declined.

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ABC AustraliaApr 20, 2026, 4:42 AM

Giant trees planted pre-WWII being removed after chemicals, disease, vandalism take toll

Two iconic giant sequoias, planted to mark the coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, are being removed from a Hobart park from Monday after their health rapidly declined.

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