Largest xmas tree in NZ lit up

Published: 9:00PM Monday December 08, 2008 Source: ONE News

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  Source: Waikato Times

Hamilton's night sky is sparkling as its giant Christmas tree is switched on.

The tree took over 10 days to be assembled.

It's believed to be the largest artificial tree in the country, standing at 25 metres and boasting 130,000 lights and 4000 baubles.

The tree cost $170,000, with the money being raised by the community and local businesses.

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