Centennial Park
Centennial Park (formerly known as the Rotorua Tree Trust) is situated on the slopes of Tihi-o-tonga at the southern side of the City. The area consists of 20 hectares of rolling land with some quite steep gullies. The idea behind the development was to provide an area of land for people to dedicate trees for family members or local dignitaries.
There have been a variety of developments within the area recently including the addition of a BBQ, toilet, picnic tables, Maple Grove and Peace Memorial.
It is unusual to be able to contribute to the establishment of such a large area, most having been created early in the century. The reserve is being established as a rural reserve, ie: the area will not be under intensive maintenance, such as Government Gardens or Kuirau Park, but instead will be grazed where appropriate and appropriate cutting taken in other areas. Ultimately, the tree growth will establish woodland type conditions.
For more information about Centennial Park and the opportunity to sponsor or dedicate a tree please read the information brochure below.
If you would like to make and application to sponsor a tree, you can drop your completed Application Form into Rotorua District Council, 1061 Haupapa Street, Rotorua or post to Rotorua District Council, Customer Centre, Private Bag 3029, Rotorua Mail Centre, Rotorua 3046
Centennial Park Information Brochure (pdf 739kb)
Centennial Park Application for Tree Sponsorship (pdf 119kb)