The River Oaks I have seen along the Bega River are the biggest I have ever experienced. Ancient and magnificent, they are a key part of the ecology of the valley and also the aesthetic attraction of the riverine environment. Not to be taken for granted!
Jackie, I did see one tree flowering during this same walk yesterday. No photo. Yes shame about the weeds which seem to be a fact of life along the river (and so many other rivers), but the Casuarinas remain noble.