'This tree height was measured in 1968 and was 71.90m. Canopy shown is average. In 1968 the Wahine storm gale damaged the crown. A further height measurement was in 1969 and showed the tree to be 68.50m. For many years the tree was considered as the tallest tree of any species in NZ although a 77 m tree was recorded in Dunedin. It was recorded in 1887 by Captain Runciman that over 50,000 trees were planted in Marshmeadows Newstead. It is also recorded in 'Great Trees of NZ' by Burstall and Sale pub 1984 Reed'. Woolford, 1999.(See NZNTT files for Runciman and later Scott Family History).

A sign at the reserve states:
“This picnic area has been made available and developed with the goodwill of DairyNZ to enable the public to access the Eucalyptus regnans trees here. The trees are some of the largest of the species in New Zealand, the tallest being about 70m. The associated walkways are also supported by DairyNZ, Newstead School and Hamilton Park Cemetary and are funded by Waikato District and Hamilton City Councils.” (Smillie, M. 2011)