View image in fullscreen The tree vandalism occurred on public land on the foreshore of Woodford Bay in Longueville. Photograph: supplied by Lane Cove councilThe unlawful tree clearing also greatly reduced the natural protection previously afforded to an Aboriginal midden, the court heard. The next day, Wu asked Wang to clear trees as well, including on public land. The council commissioned expert reports on the impact of the clearing, including by an arborist, a geologist and a senior archaeologist. Photograph: NSW land and environment courtWang argued his conduct was not reckless but rather negligent at its highest.