Michael Tavares
Kauri protestor denied citizenship
Michael Tavares whose sit-in saved a Titirangi kauri is denied citizenship because of his trespass conviction. Audio
Titirangi kauri saved again
The Kauri tree at the centre of a sit-in earlier this year has narrowly escaped the axe again today. Protestor Michael Tavares talks about the latest move. Audio
Titirangi kauri threat again
The West Auckland property at the centre of a kauri tree sit-in is again in the news. Tree protestor Michael Tavares talks to the Panel about whether he'll be doing another tree-top sit in. Audio
Your song - Hey World (don't give up version)
Michael Tavares from Auckland has chosen 'Hey World' (don't give up version) by Michael Franti and Spearhead. Audio
Kauri climber aims to take MPs to other trees under threat
The protester facing court for climbing a kauri tree in west Auckland is taking Opposition MPs to visit other trees he says are under threat. Audio
Protestor cautiously relieved that tree will be spared
Returning now to our top story, and an apparent reprieve for two trees, threatened with felling so a house could be built in Auckland bush. Audio
Kauri protestor given a trespass notice
The police have issued a tresspass notice to Michael Tavares the protester 25 metres up an ancient Kauri in West Auckland. Audio
Protestor will stay in tree despite reprieve for now
Among the protesters this morning is Michael Tavares who has climbed the kauri tree. Audio