Join us in the tense final hours of voting before we count down the top 10 and root out Australia’s favourite native tree.
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By Jessica Riga
Key Event
Coming in at number six is ... the boab!
Ooh, another crowd favourite! Apologies to the person who just sent in their predictions. I thought it might have finished higher as well, but a strong result for such a gorgeous tree.
We're approaching the halfway point of the count down, and things are getting close, let me tell you that much.
By Jessica Riga
Your predictions
Top 3 will be: 3 - Boab 2 - Moreton Bay Fig 1 - Snow gum I personally voted for the Moreton Bay Fig. Growing up in Brisbane how could you not!
- Predictions
Interesting.... very interesting...
By Jessica Riga
A tribute to the Karri
The ‘Mountain Ash’ of the west, this is a mighty tree and worthy of the top ten. Probably got more votes on one side of the Nullarbor, but anyone who has seen this in the Western Australian forests will have thought about voting for it. All power to the big trees of the south-west – the Karri, Jarrah and (not Laura) Tingle.
- Tim Entwisle
By Jessica Riga
Ann Jones reveals her favourite native tree
Dr Ann Jones says picking a favourite tree is "like choosing a favourite child", but "the snow gum has a special place in my heart."
"It's the ONLY tree that grows right up the top of our mountains. It can survive being buried in snow, the coldest winds and being exposed through the summer.
"And on a personal level there is something so incredibly grounding about being up there on the edge of the sky with the snow gums, to smell that alpine air and feel the crispness of the atmosphere. It's like no other."
But she's devasted the sandlewood didn't make it.
"I was BLOWN AWAY by this tree in person, not just it's scent, but the incredible role it plays in the environment it lives in. It grows in arid areas and basically becomes a little haven of moisture and compost, it grows in such a funny manner, with branches that die and form little hollows, it has stinky flowers for insects to drink nectar, and big fruit for marsupials to eat.
"At first glance, it's unremarkable. But any time spent AT ALL with a sandalwood leaves you in no doubt that it is a special tree."
"Here's a photo me in the snow gums on top of Mt Ginini while we were shooting for Australia's Favourite Tree. I'm with Matthew Brookhouse from ANU who studies the snow gums and the dieback that's occurring. "
By Jessica Riga
'I never knew there was so much variety'
I will say this much, thank you so much for doing this. I never knew there was so much variety (being a south easterner) and it has been amazing to see over the last few weeks!
- Paul
Thanks for the lovely message, Paul. We're glad to hear it.
By Jessica Riga
Key Event
Taking out the seventh spot is ... Karri
What a stunning tree! Should have been higher in my books, but not a bad finish.
By Jessica Riga
'There is no prettier tree in Australia'
Who doesn’t love this floriferous gum tree? With tough, grafted specimens now grown in gardens around Australia, it hardly feels like a Western Australian endemic (which it is). On sandy soil, with a blue sky behind, there is no prettier tree in Australia.
- Tim Entwisle
What a title! Thanks Tim.
By Jessica Riga
'I don't believe it'
Noooo I don't believe it flame tree! You are better than this! oh well, there is always next season...
- Dan
That's the spirit, Dan!
By Jessica Riga
Key Event
Taking out the eighth spot ... the red flowering gum
The first time we're seeing a gum place in the top 10! But there's still plenty that could take out the crown.
By Jessica Riga
'A very special tree, one worth singing about'
I know a few people around Nowra (and further north) who will be very disappointed this one didn’t get in the top few. Still the stunning red flowers in a month or two will make up for that oversight. A very special tree, and one worth singing about...
- Tim Entwisle
A word from our expert, Tim Entwisle!
By Jessica Riga
Key Event
Coming in at ninth place ... the Illawarra flame tree!
Another fan favourite!
Are we surprised the Illawarra flame tree isn't higher?
By Jessica Riga
How we're coping with seeing the wattle come tenth
I'm a little shocked at that! - Natty
Oh, that's a shame! The golden wattle is such a good tree - it's pretty and it's useful (edible) - Izzy
maybe the golden wattle sometimes looks more like a bush than a tree!? - Jan
Wow.... Shocked. Cheers guys, crying at work now - Sam
By Jessica Riga
A word from our expert on the golden wattle's placement
At least it made the top 10! I reckon this made it in the shortlist because it’s in full, gorgeous bloom right now. It’s also our floral emblem of course, but it’s barely a tree at the best of times. That all said, it’s worth heading out right now if you are in south-eastern mainland Australia to enjoy the golden colour and heady perfume of our tenth favourite tree!
- Tim Entwisle
By Jessica Riga
Key Event
Coming in at tenth place... the golden wattle!
I am SHOCKED. So many of you said you were golden wattle fans! Even Ita!
How are we feeling? Did we expect an upset this early?
By Jessica Riga
The time has come! The votes are in. Let's start the countdown
Get comfortable, grab a snack (or something to squeeze, if the tension is killing you!) as we're about to kick off our count down.
By Jessica Riga
Which tree is David Speers backing?
We've got the inside scoop from the Insiders host, and we can confirm he's a fan of ... the snow gum!
"They are such beautiful trees in both shape and colour," he told ABC.
"Perhaps not as flashy as some of their rivals, but humbly withstand all sorts of weather. They always remind me of visits to the pristine and peaceful high country around Kosciusko and the ACT.
"I also love the Boab ... won't be upset if that wins. But, go Snow Gums!!"
By Jessica Riga
Laura Tingle reveals which tree she voted for
7.30's chief political correspondent Laura Tingle has told us she's backing the snow gum, which is proving to be a popular choice!
Are you #TeamSnowGum as well? Let us know!
By Jessica Riga
It's not an election until Antony Green calls it
Why isn't Antony Green calling this important election?
- Collin
Who's to say he isn't* calling it behind the scenes, though?
*He isn't.
By Jessica Riga
What can we say, you folks love the gums
The River Red Gum has to win. Picnics on the banks of the Murray would be nothing without the shade of the River Reds. - Jill Withers
What could be more beautiful than a shimmering ghost gum in the heat of the day and even at night they glow in the moonlight. The ghost gum has to be my favorite by far. - Elsie
If the Ghost Gum does not win, I will lodge a formal protest. - Michael Doyle
Strong words in our comments section!
By Jessica Riga
Watch: Australia's Favourite Tree
Dr Ann Jones and Paul West investigate the extraordinary lives of Australia's oldest, largest and most iconic trees.
In this two part series, a panel of expert judges digest the facts and stories of eight remarkable trees.
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