NOTICES
Aotea Inorganic Collection Bookings Open
Book your on-property inorganic collection now to help reduce landfill waste.
South: book by Tue 21 Oct, collection 29–31 Oct.
Central: book by Tue 28 Oct, collection 5–6 Nov.
North: book by Thu 30 Oct, collection 7 Nov.
Visit aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/inorganic.
Car Seat Hire
Aotea Family Support Group is offering car seat hire for infants and children.
Short or long-term hire: $5 per day, $20–$50 deposit.
Email community.worker@aoteafamilysupport.co.nz or phone 027 356 5567.
Current Affairs on Aotea FM – Latest Episode
This week Kathy talks to Barrier Air’s Grant Bacon about The Warehouse freight issue, interviews new local board members, and reviews Mumma Wenz ice cream and Taylor Swift’s latest album. Listen on Spotify.
Kaitoke Cricket Saturdays
Kaitoke School is planning Saturday cricket sessions for kids this summer — skills practice and friendly games. Helpers welcome. Contact Kaitoke School to join or volunteer.
EVENTS
Working Bee – Port Fitzroy Boat Club
Sunday 19 October, 11 am start.
Help get the Boat Club ready for reopening. Sausage sizzle provided.
Organised by North Barrier Residents & Ratepayers Association.
Shayn Wills vs The Blues – The Currach
Saturday 18 October from 6 pm and Sunday 19 October from 3 pm, 78 Blackwell Dr, Tryphena.
A live weekend of blues music from one of Aotearoa’s finest.
Island Screens – Ellis Park
Monday 20 October 7.15 pm, Barrier Social Club.
Documentary following Australian musician Warren Ellis and his wildlife sanctuary in Sumatra. Rated M.
Claris Club Labour Weekend Market
Saturday 25 October from 10 am.
Food, stalls, plants, and local goods. To book a stall email clarisclub@xtra.co.nz or phone 09 429 0260.
‘Woven’ Exhibition
Opening 4–6 pm Thursday 24 October at Aotea Arts & History Village, Claris.
Artists Jodie Austin and Jackie Peers show their weaving and fibre work. Runs until 12 November.
Lego Club with Nichole
Mulberry Grove – Wed 22 October 3–4 pm.
A fun after-school Lego session for kids.
Good Yarns – Crafts, Knitting & Korero
Monday 3 November from 5.30 pm at Schoolmasters House, Claris.
Bring your craft project or just come for a chat – everyone welcome.
Ladies Long Lunch
Thursday 13 November 11.30 am–3 pm at Claris Conference Centre.
A long lunch and conversation with Michelle Ruddell from Rural Support Te Tai Tokerau. Tickets $10 via bit.ly/aotea-ladies-long-lunch.
Brown Sugar – Rolling Stones Tribute
Saturday 20 December 6 pm at The Currach Irish Pub.
A must-see rock show for Stones fans. Tickets from pizzazz.co.nz.
New Year Picnic 2026
Friday 2 January. Stall bookings are now open – helpers also needed for gate, parking, and kids’ games (koha and lunch provided). Contact Taryn Wilks via Facebook to get involved.
Mumma Wenz Ice Cream
Now open for summer! Sat 11 am–4 pm, Sun 11 am–3.30 pm. Labour Weekend open Fri–Mon 11 am–4 pm. There was fantastic feedback from the opening weekend!
JOBS
Barrier Social Club – Bar Manager
Part-time role at Tryphena (usually Wed and Fri nights, Sat optional). Hospitality experience preferred, manager’s certificate a bonus. Competitive rate. Email barriersocial@gmail.com for details.
Aotea Health – Part-Time Administrator
Front desk role at Aotea Health, Claris (2–3 days per week). Applications close Mon 27 October. Email manager@aoteahealth.co.nz.
Aotea Family Support Group – Afterschool Youth Program Coordinator
10 hours per week supporting youth activities and events. Must have a clean driver’s licence and be able to pass a police check. Email admin@aoteafamilysupport.co.nz or phone 09 429 0465.
Aotea Family Support Group – Afterschool Program Assistant
Assist the co-ordinator with after-school programmes (one night a week during term time) and school holiday events. Email admin@aoteafamilysupport.co.nz or phone 09 429 0465.
Aotea Family Support Group – Kaiārahi Rangatahi Program Assistant
Expressions of interest open for a KRP assistant to support the Youth Navigator Programme for ages 13–21. Email admin@aoteafamilysupport.co.nz or phone 09 429 0465.
