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TŪ TONO – STILL STANDING: "SOME SEE ME AS A GUARDIAN OF TREES, BUT NO—THE TREES ARE A GUARDIAN OF ME."
Zane Wedding (Ngāti Kuri, Ngāti Pikiao), a world-class tree climber, has always been driven by competition. But when he takes a stand during the 60-day protest to save Auckland's ancient trees, his life takes an unexpected turn. Arrested for his activism, Zane's time in jail sparks a journey of self-discovery guided by the wairua of his tūpuna. As Zane navigates this internal conflict, he must decide whether to continue chasing the thrill of his win or embrace a greater cause.
Zane Wedding's journey from homelessness at age 15 to becoming a world-class tree climber and environmental advocate is a compelling story of transformation. His activism reached a pivotal moment during New Zealand's longest urban tree occupation. His story of resilience, activism, and cultural reconnection makes him a unique and multifaceted figure.
Credits:
Dir/Prod: Andy Day & Brady Polkinghorne
Exec. Producers: Kay Ellmers & Julia Parnell
Photo: Notable Pictures / Andy Day
Photo: Notable Pictures / Andy Day
NZ Film Commission Photo: NZ Film Commission
Te Māngai Pāho Photo: Te Māngai Pāho
NZ On Air Photo: NZ On Air
