Albury's Noreuil Park has removed a large gum tree after it fell in 2021

The tree became a casualty of the rising river levels in 2021 that ultimately caused erosion of the bank, which had provided stability.

City landscapes service leader David Costello said Albury Council chose to remove the gum tree on Wednesday March 1 to "protect the local habitat" and to " ensure the safety of all users".

"The timber and root plate will be used to stabilise the riverbank, improve safety and appearance," he said.

River Deck Cafe manager James Hargreaves said it was a sad day, especially to "see the tree succumb to the inevitability of nature".

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"But it's great to see the council actioning something with it these past few days, especially when it comes to the public safety of our waterways," he said.

"(And) it only strengthens the warm, family friendly atmosphere we have all spent years building."

Mr Hargreaves said the work put into Noreuil Park and surrounding parklands was "nothing short of a positive".

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