Te Matua Ngahere, meaning "Father of the Forest," is one of the oldest and widest known kauri trees in New Zealand, also located in the Waipoua Forest. Estimated to be over 2,500 years old, it stands about 29.9 meters tall but is especially notable for its massive trunk girth of over 16 meters, making it the stoutest kauri tree in existence. Revered in Māori tradition, Te Matua Ngahere represents wisdom, endurance, and deep ancestral connections. Its presence offers a powerful and humbling experience for all who visit.

The Kauri Museum in Matakohe, Northland, is a premier cultural attraction dedicated to the rich history of New Zealand’s kauri forests and the pioneering era. Spanning 4,500 square meters, it is the largest undercover visitor attraction north of Auckland . The museum features extensive exhibits on the kauri timber and gum industries, including the world's largest collection of kauri gum and kauri furniture . Visitors can explore life-sized reconstructions of pioneer rooms, operational machinery from the era, and interactive antique items . A highlight is the full-scale circumference outlines of massive kauri trees, some even larger than Tāne Mahuta . Kauri museum offers a unique insight into the natural and cultural heritage of New Zealand's kauri forests .