Taupaki woodsman killed in tree felling accident

Monday 18 August 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Mon 18 Aug 2025, 9:25am

Mihajlo Nikolic, an experienced woodsman and Taupaki community member, was fatally crushed by a falling tree in April 2025. He was found pinned beneath a large pine tree while working on a farm.

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1. NZ HeraldMon 18 Aug 2025, 5:00am

   Taupaki man Mihajlo Nikolic crushed in accidental death while felling tree (opens in new tab)

2. RNZMon 18 Aug 2025, 9:25am

   Experienced Taupaki feller Mihajlo Nikolic fatally crushed by tree (opens in new tab)