Kauri dieback confirmed in 1200-year-old Coromandel tree

Tuesday 4 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 5 Aug, 2:29pm

In this story Waikato Regional Council, Thames-Coromandel District Council

A 1200-year-old kauri tree near Coromandel town has tested positive for kauri dieback disease. The Waikato Regional Council says the ancient tree may not survive the infection. It has received phosphite injections to help boost its defences.

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1. Waikato TimesTue 4 Aug, 1:41pm

   Kauri dieback confirmed in 1200-year-old Coromandel tree (opens in new tab)

2. StuffWed 5 Aug, 2:29pm

   1200-year-old Coromandel kauri tree infected with dieback disease (opens in new tab)