Plans laid for New Zealand Spearfishing Championships on Barrier
Photo / Daniel Torobekov
Tryphena Wharf reopens after $8.3m rebuild
Great Barrier Islanders are welcoming the reopening of Tryphena Wharf, the island’s busiest port, which came back into service last week after being closed for an 18-month rebuild. The project marks the return of a vital gateway for passengers, freight,…
Mussel festival makes a summer comeback to Port Fitzroy
The island’s much-loved mussel festival is back on the calendar, with a refreshed, family-friendly format set for Saturday 10 January 2026, 10am–7pm, in Port Fitzroy. A group of wāhine from the north—led by former island nurse and original organiser Adele…
Council candidate pledges cheaper ferry access for Great Barrier Island
The spiralling cost of travelling to Great Barrier Island and Waiheke has become an election issue, with Waitematā and Gulf ward candidate Genevieve Sage pledging to lower the cost of ferry access if she is elected to Auckland Council. Sage,…
Island Updates: Events, Jobs, Fundraisers, and Notices from Across Aotea
A couple of horses were spotted walking down Shoal Bay Road toward Mulberry Grove, prompting amused comments from locals.
Local Board chair urges change to blanket caulerpa rules
Aotea Local Board chair and election candidate Izzy Fordham says the community has “had enough” of blanket restrictions under the Caulerpa Controlled Area Notice and is urging islanders to put in feedback before a review closes. The CAN, in place…
Residents Back New Bylaw to Cut Crayfish Daily Limits
Photo / Jasus Edwards
SeaLink fare hike hits Great Barrier residents ahead of summer
SeaLink has confirmed it will raise Great Barrier Island residents’ fares from 1 October, just as the island heads into its busiest travel season. Current advertised pricing shows a return sailing for two adults and a car at just under…
New Zealand’s Suppression Obsession Is Hurting Survivors
Secrecy Protects the Abuser. Parliament Must End It.
Island Roundup: Cross Country, Craft Beer, Summer Sailings and Local Jobs
School Cross Country This ThursdayTe Kura o Okiwi is hosting the island’s interschool cross-country this Thursday, 11 September. Proceedings begin at 10.45am with karakia, mihi, and kōrero, before races get underway. Events should wrap up by 12pm, followed by lunch…