Coromandel Film Collective

An ancient natural wonder of New Zealand. They once dominated the landscape and now the remaining trees have become icons for locals and tourists who come to see the legend that is Kauri. On the Coromandel Peninsula a long running project has re-established Kauri forest and restored heritage to the hills. Many thousands of young Kauri are planted each year, making a new Kauri forest for future ge

nerations to enjoy. However they are not safe. A disease has emerged that is killing Kauri with a rampant sickness, startling scientists and hunters at its appearance and sudden onset. Kauri dieback is now a major threat to Coromandel Kauri. Sick and dying trees are turning up across the peninsula and efforts to control the disease seem futile. With the future of the magnificent old trees and the hopes for the young Kauri forest at stake we explore what makes Kauri special to the Coromandel and how we are going to save it. This film investigates the natural history of the Kauri through the eyes and voices of those who are connected to the tree.