Are the dead trees in central Christchurch an embarrassment to the Garden City?
New plants in a central Christchurch park are dying and have to be replaced.
The $30 million taxpayer-funded Rauora Park opened in the city's east frame in December with 14,000 plants, including 312 trees. A large number are now dead or dying.
Crown rebuild company Ōtākaro says some deaths were inevitable, but plant experts say the work was poorly planned and done with no respect for the plants.
Poll: Do you set New Year’s resolutions?
🎉 2026 is almost here!
We’re curious ... how do you welcome it?
Do you set resolutions, follow special traditions, or just go with the flow?
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10.3% Yes! New Year, New Me
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20.3% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
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69.3% Nah - not for me
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