Plans to remove trees at John Connell Reserve are being opposed. Plans to remove trees at John Connell Reserve are being opposed. Credit: SuppliedA petition is calling on the City of Melville to save trees on John Connell Reserve in Leeming earmarked for removal to create more playing space. Cr Clive Ross estimated more than 100 mature trees on John Connell Reserve could be removed but there were other spaces available that could be used for a new cricket pitch which would leave the trees intact. Camera Icon A clearing permit has been approved for part of John Connell Reserve.