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The council's planting of griselinia trees in galvanised steel cages in Castlecliff has led to most of the trees dying or being in distress.

InfrastructureEnvironmentApr 19, 2026score 0.272 posts · 0 replies across 2 instances
The thread discusses the decline of 'ghost' trees planted by the council in Castlecliff, which are now dying or in distress. The community is seeking a solution to this issue, highlighting concerns about urban greening efforts and their long-term maintenance.

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The council's planting of griselinia trees in galvanised steel cages in Castlecliff has led to most of the trees dying or being in distress.
Parent: Environmental IssuesEntity: Urban greening initiativesImpact: negativeDate: Apr 19, 2026Target: The success and sustainability of urban greening initiatives

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Solution sought for 'ghost' trees of Castlecliff In the early 2000s council planted dozens of griselinia in galvanised steel cages, but most have since died or are in distress.
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Solution sought for 'ghost' trees of Castlecliff www.rnz.co.nz/news/community/592824/solution-sought-for-ghost-trees-of-castlecliff In the early 2000s council planted dozens of griselinia in galvanised steel cages, but most have since died or are in distress.
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