Why Kauri are so important

Kauri are a cornerstone of the indigenous forest ecosystems of the Upper North Island.

Track Updates

Find out about the latest Track closures and Upgrades

Kauri are one of Aotearoa's unique taonga

Kauri trees are found amongst other native trees throughout the Upper North Island. But kauri dieback disease is threatening kauri with extinction. There is no cure for kauri dieback disease, it can be spread by just a pinhead of soil, and you can't tell by looking whether a tree is infected or not. But kauri will be saved – by people like you.

What's new for kauri?

New Research Reports

We have new exciting research reports for Phosphite treatment, biological control and rongoa (traditional maori medicines).

Find out more here

Keep Kauri Standing on Instagram

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Significance of kauri to
Māori Culture

Kauri have had a large part to play not just in the landscape and early history of Aotearoa, but the important role kauri has for Māori.

Find out more about the history of kauri here

Recognising Symptoms

There are several physical symptoms of kauri dieback disease, find out what to look out for when around kauri.

How to Guides

If you're visiting a kauri forest, we've created some useful guides that will help you take the right steps to stop the spread of kauri dieback disease.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions in relation to kauri trees, kauri dieback disease and the programme.

Consultation

Round Three of the Public Consultation is now closed. Find out more about what we were consulting on and what the future of kauri may look like.