Deadline Looms for Community Grants
The race is on for community groups and innovators on the island as the latest round of the Local Board’s Capital and Local Grants draws to a close in less than two weeks. With a deadline of March 8, 2024,…
How to Run an Actually Successful Hui
Aotea is a tapestry of vibrant threads from fiercely independent locals and mana whenua to tourists, communes, environmentalists to bach owners and everything in-between, each adding a unique hue to our community fabric. Authored by Katharina Naswall and Sanna Malinen,…
Great Barrier to Benefit from $5 Million Funding Against Caulerpa
In a move to protect the marine ecosystems of Great Barrier Island and the wider Hauraki Gulf, the government has announced a $5 million funding initiative aimed at combating the invasive seaweed, caulerpa. Exotic caulerpa poses a threat to biodiversity…
Debunking the Rabbit Hole Theory: Conspiracy Beliefs Change Over Time
Many people believe at least one conspiracy theory. And that isn’t necessarily a bad thing – conspiracies do happen.
Barrier Air to Hike Fares Amidst Auckland Airport $8 Billion Makeover
Auckland Airport’s ambitious $8 billion redevelopment project is casting a shadow over regional carriers, with Barrier Air at the forefront of concerns as airport taxes are set to surge. Grant Bacon, Chief Executive of Barrier Air, expressed apprehensions Friday over…
20°C seems the optimal temperature for life on Earth to thrive – what does this mean in a warming world
Have you ever wondered about the optimal temperature for life on Earth? For humans, 20°C is comfortable. Any warmer and we work less efficiently because releasing heat requires energy.
Council Map Reveals Flood Risk Properties Across Aotea
Auckland Council has released a mapping app, offering insights into flood risks. The tool, known as FloodViewer, provides residents with comprehensive data on flood-prone zones, coastal inundation areas, and overland flow paths. The initiative is part of the council’s efforts…
Futuristic Navy Vessel Spotted Off Barrier Coast
In an event that has no doubt sparked curiosity and intrigue among locals, a distinctive naval vessel has been observed hovering approximately 5 nautical miles off Whangaparapara Harbour. The sighting, part of a broader two-week sea trial that began in…
Community Hui to Shape the Future of Aotea Great Barrier Island Tourism
In an effort to address the ongoing challenges faced by the Aotea tourism sector, including the significant impact of travel costs on island accessibility, the local board in collaboration with Tātaki Auckland Unlimited is inviting the community to a Hui…
OME Launches Eco-Hub in Medlands
In a display of community initiative and environmental stewardship, Oruawharo Medlands Ecovision (OME) has unveiled a new eco-hub in Medlands. The new build was made possible through $14,000 in grants from the local board, marking a new chapter in the…