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Kirk's Bush

Auckland Region, New Zealand · built 1921

Kirk's Bush is a protected area of remnant native forest on Great South Road in Papakura, South Auckland, New Zealand. Dominated by mature taraire trees, the forest includes the largest known taraire tree in the world. Kirk's Bush was established as a scenic reserve in 1921, after community opposition to the forest's possible subdivision and sale.

Park data from Wikidata (CC0). Summary from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

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