Home / New ZealandWellington war memorial pōhutukawa vandalised, likely to dieNZ Herald26 Mar, 2018 06:22 PMQuick ReadSubscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require a Premium subscription. Subscribe now to listen.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Sign in hereListening to articles is free for open-access content—explore other articles or learn more about text-to-speech.SaveShareShare this articleCopy LinkEmailFacebookTwitter/XLinkedInRedditSome of the trees branches were broken and their bark stripped. Photo / Wellington City CouncilSome of the trees branches were broken and their bark stripped. Photo / Wellington City CouncilFive pōhutukawa trees at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park in Wellington have been vandalised.Some of their branches have been broken and their bark stripped.They were planted to commemorate the 100th anniversary of World War I. Wellington City Council's arborist team said they were monitoring the trees but despite efforts, they would likely die. It said the trees would need to be replaced at a cost of up to $400 each.AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.The council said it was keeping an eye on the area and working with the Ministry for Culture and Heritage, while police and local host patrols would be increased in the park.If you spot anyone damaging trees in the city call WCC on 04 499 4444.SaveShareShare this articleCopy LinkEmailFacebookTwitter/XLinkedInRedditLatest from New ZealandNew ZealandShould teen rapist be sentenced as a youth he was at the time, or the adult he is now?SportAll Black legend shares new health update after shock gym collapseCrimeAK-47, heroin and explosives: The surprise stash inside former teen killer's homeSponsoredSolar bat monitors uncover secrets of Auckland’s night skyAdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
