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The death of a large kauri tree in Sandspit Harbour could be investigated by Auckland Council following concerns raised by residents.
The tree, which was unusual because it sat on the high-tide mark, died about a year ago. There has been speculation that the tree may have been inadvertently sprayed, as a neighbouring tree also died about the same time.
Council biosecurity advisor Dr Nick Waipara says the tree’s health had been declining for several years due to environmental causes. He says Council will do a post-mortem if it can get landowner approval.
