Rākau me otaota

Trees contribute to Tauranga being a desirable place to live and are an important part of the city’s natural heritage and identity.

Trees also:

• conserve water
• make our air breathable
• absorb air pollution
• support our slopes
• make our streets attractive and liveable
• support our health and wellbeing
• protect our properties from erosion
• provide habitat and kai for wildlife.