The lightning-hit kauri at Trounson Kauri Park, north of Dargaville, that have to be removed because they pose a safety risk. Northland's kauri trees are under threat from Kauri dieback disease - but it's an age-old issue that's forcing the removal of two big kauri north of Dargaville. A lightning strike has left two kauri at Trounson Kauri Park dead and in danger of toppling, so the Department of Conservation has to remove them. Two dead kauri at Trounson Kauri Park that were hit by lightning could fall on the road if they are not removed. • Kauri dieback can kill kauri of all ages.

Source: New Zealand Herald March 02, 2021 16:03 UTC