A total of more than 60 or so rain trees in Margaret Drive have been or will be chopped down in order to make room for wider road access.

Earlier in April 2019, when the chopping of trees had began, the sight of the remaining stumps had saddened some residents who appreciated the presence of these trees.

Some of these rain trees were as old as 50 years old, with an iconic wide-spreading canopy.

While the rain trees are not conserved as heritage trees, these mature trees have helped the community in Margaret Drive to identify with and stay rooted to the place they call home.

On Nov. 15, My Queenstown Facebook page wrote a tribute post to the rain trees that have been part of the local community's heritage.

The post reminisced little moments, such as couples taking a stroll by the trees, or people walking their dogs along the road where the trees have once resided.

Sadly, the rain trees have to give way to a wider road access due to the redevelopment in the area.

A number of commenters responded by sharing memories they had in the area, while some were disappointed that the trees cannot be conserved as part of the redevelopment of Queenstown.

Here's the full post: