Uploaded on 2016-10-17 by Monique Kimber

a. Provisioning services Pukekohe’s productive soils and the temperate climate favours the growing and horticulture industries. The cri produce a large proportion of fresh vegetables for the Auckland region (population total - 1.5 million) as well as export crops. The exports include onions, potatoes, buttercup squash, capsicums, tomatoes, and carrots. IMG 5530 b. Regulating services This is an example of a low impact Stormwater pond which main purpose is Stormwater attenuation and some quality treatment. These are very common in our surrounding residential neighbourhood and also provide recreational benefits. IMG 5532 c. Habitat or Supporting services The Waikato River is the longest river in New Zealand, running for 425 kilometres (264 mi) through the North Island. The Waikato River and its catchment area is a place of life – a wide biodiversity of plants and animals. The river, the surrounding land and the connected tributaries, wetlands and lakes and the animals and plants in them are inextricably linked. IMG 5474 d. Cultural services This is a local recreational park used for organised team sports (rugby, softball and cricket) and passive recreation. IMG5534 A striking series of carvings on Pukekohe Hill tell the stories of the area and of Ngati Tamaoho the local indigenous tribe who have ‘demonstrated authority’ over the area because of family links to the area. The works were initiated by Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED) in partnership with Auckland Council’s Arts and Culture team. IMG 5477