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Thursday 27 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Environment, National
The first ironwood tree being cut down by T&M Heather Contractor at the Avarua Sinai Hall. - 21052601
The Avarua CICC Church proceeded on Wednesday with cutting down six ironwood (toa) trees in preparation for what it described as a beautification project, which it expects will commence in two years.
The Avarua CICC Church proceeded on Wednesday with cutting down six ironwood (toa) trees in preparation for what it described as a beautification project, which it expects will commence in two years.
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Comments
Paul Montbatten on 27/05/2021
Considering the age of the trees and the size, I am surprised that they are not being used in the construction of the church. The price of lumber in North America is astronomical. Cutting down massive trees and not using them appropriately is a waste of resources .