# Reopened tracks draw the crowds

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Podcast: [The Detail](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-detail-83432)
Published: 2026-07-23T16:00:00+00:00
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Tracks in the Waitakere Ranges are gradually reopening as they're rebuilt to minimise the spread of kauri dieback. The experience is not the same - but for some, it's better. As the manicured paths reopen, some hardened trampers complain that dieback is not only killing kauri, but also adventure Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

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