Two pōhutukawa trees suspected of being poisoned at Hahei Beach

Tuesday 28 July 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 28 Jul, 6:37pm

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The Department of Conservation is investigating the suspected deliberate poisoning of two pōhutukawa trees on the Hahei Beach Marginal Strip. Officials found evidence of drill and fill holes around the bases of the trees. An investigation into the incident is currently underway.

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1. StuffTue 28 Jul, 9:45am

   Two pōhutukawa trees poisoned at popular Coromandel beach (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsTue 28 Jul, 6:37pm

   Pōhutukawa trees on Coromandel beach 'drilled and poisoned' (opens in new tab)