Tree care ensures a greener Hong Kong
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     There are many trees dotted around Hong Kong, offering a great variety of flora in both rural and urban areas.

     The Tree Management Office was established in 2010 to assess trees and train staff from different government departments to deal with tree problems. The office provides some 140 courses and has trained about 17,000 people.

     A story published on news.gov.hk today (January 6) in text and video format provides insights into the training of staff and the importance of community participation in managing trees.

Ends/Sunday, January 6, 2013
Issued at HKT 11:28

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