We are removing the decaying pine trees at Churchill Park in Glendowie to create a strong and biodiverse ecosystem.
We are planting new trees including:
This project aims to:
It will also:
Many pine trees are in an advanced state of decay. Each year around 10 to 20 trees die or fall.
This creates an increasing risk to public safety, particularly to:
We will replace unsafe and old pine trees with a variety of native and exotic trees and shrubs. This will provide shade for the public, livestock and local bird populations.
Then we will focus on removing pine trees in Stand 1 as shown in the map.
Next steps include:
Map showing the locations of the pine trees which will be removed and replanted.
A resource consent to remove the stand of pine trees was granted in February 2023.
In June 2024, Ōrākei Local Board approved the removal of decaying pine trees at Churchill Park.
This project aligns with the:
These plans will guide the future development of green spaces in the area.
Pine tree removal starts in July 2024.
We will plant native and exotic vegetation as outlined in the approved 'Ecological Management Plan for Proposed Pine Removals at Churchill Park'.
Email churchillpark@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz if you have questions about this project or would like to receive regular updates.
