Tauranga council cordons off Yatton Park after large pine tree falls

They said locals were worried “this could happen to their properties”.

Yatton Park in Tauranga has been closed off after due to a fallen tree. Photo / Samantha Motion

Tauranga City Council said fencing has been installed, closing some of Yatton Park where trees have fallen.

“Mid-afternoon on Sunday a tree came down in Yatton Park,” council said in a statement.

“The heavy rain last week, combined with Sunday’s strong winds likely contributed to this

“We have fenced off the fallen tree to ensure public safety.”

A 60m pine tree has been uprooted in Yatton Park, Tauranga. Photo / Samantha Motion