Three oak trees were planted around the base of the watertower to mark the Peace/Victory after World War I. One was planted by the Hāwera Mayor, the other two by local servicemen who had won Victoria Crosses during the conflict. Two streets in Hāwera are also named for the V.C.s.
1. Planted by Hāwera Mayor, Edwin Dixon on 19 July 1919
2. Planted by 2/Lt John G. Grant V.C. on 29 October 1919
3. Planted by 2/Lt Harry J. Laurent V.C. on 19 July 1919
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