Rotorua's metal-framed Christmas tree is returning to the City Focus - this time with decorations.
Rotorua Lakes Council will set up the $26,000 Christmas tree in the former City Focus and will hold a special ceremony next Thursday, with its lights will be switched on from 7pm.
As part of it, people are encouraged to bring along a can to go towards the Rotorua Daily Post Salvation Army Christmas Appeal, which aims to re-stock the organisation's foodbank.
The public are also invited along to enjoy singing and music, featuring the Western Heights High School Choir led by Evelyn Falconer, and the Salvation Army Band.
The ceremony will coincide with the summer extension of the Rotorua Night Market and market-goers will be invited to gather around the tree for the lighting ceremony.
Meanwhile, a local weaver has contributed to the decorations for the tree.