Flame Tree about to flower?

This morning I thought it rather odd that many leaves from the flame tree had dried and fallen on the ground. I looked more closely and lo! I believe it is about to flower. Leaves off, small orange buds, new growth.

Flame trees elsewhere - the way it is supposed to look -

Stimson Park, Moorooka

28 Nov 2018: Stimson Park again, on the fade - 

Looking a bit derelict now that the fire has gone!

5 Dec 2018:

Grounds of Churchie Child Care Centre:

Update 15 Nov 2018: Flowers appearing as leaves fall.