"The whole process has shown how many Aucklanders are passionate about their city and how Aucklanders actively want to be involved in making it even better."
Committee for Auckland Executive Director, Heather Shotter was also impressed with the public engagement and the connections with Auckland Council and community groups that are represented in the 90 Degree Vert project.
"This is the first intake of the Future Leaders Programme to graduate under the new City of Auckland structure and this green wall reflects the changing face of our city. These graduates have considered the Committee's vision for Auckland and incorporated the aspirations of the Auckland plan to deliver a tangible outcome."
The team also partnered with the likes of Enviroschools who have designed a program for six local schools based on the benefits and practicalities of green walls and they were aided by Macaferri and NgatiWhatua o Orakei Marae who provided the native plants.
The Green Wall was officially launched with the unveiling of a plaque on Thursday 31st May.
Project Partners:
Maccaferri www.maccaferri.co.nz
Greenroofs www.greenroofs.co.nz
Beca www.beca.com Enviroschools www.enviroschools.org.nz
NgatiWhatua www.ngatiwhatuaorakei.com
Auckland Council - Environmental Education Team