Tranquil Tryphena Retreat Awaits
To arrange a viewing, contact the agents: Mike Jensen on 021 825 826 or Karen Lombard on 021 765 776.
Barrier Beach House Makes Headlines in the Financial Times
Great Barrier Island’s reputation as a hub for world-class architectural design has been reinforced with the Awana Beach House, designed by Herbst Architects, being showcased in the Financial Times—the world’s most read business newspaper, headquartered in London. The FT, known…
Health Centre Expansion, Nurse Tribute: Aotea’s Big Day
Great Barrier Island will celebrate two significant milestones on Saturday, April 12, with the opening of the Community Health Centre’s new wing and the retirement of beloved nurses Leonie Howie and Adele Robertson. The event begins at 1:00 pm at…
Community Rallies as Volunteer Paramedic Temporarily Steps Back
The familiar fluorescent Great Barrier Island ambulance will continue to be seen rolling through the island’s roads, even with a key member of the team sidelined. Volunteer paramedic Adam Johnston recently suffered a back injury, forcing him to take a…
Great Barrier Island News Roundup
Basketball Court Upgrade Underway: Upgrades to the Medlands playground basketball court, including pickleball lines, begin on March 10th and are expected to be completed by Friday. Thanks to the Aotea/Great Barrier Local Board for this community improvement. Harvest Hub Goodies:…
Turning Challenges into Opportunities – Aotea’s New Podcast Inspires Change
If you’ve ever wondered how other island communities tackle big challenges—think climate change, tourism, and keeping young people from leaving—Outside In a new podcast might just have the answers. Produced by Small Island Big Ideas, this series takes listeners on…
Man Airlifted After Near-Drowning at Medlands Beach
A man has been rescued from the water and flown to intensive care after a medical emergency at Medlands beach. A group of rescuers performed CPR and used a defibrillator to revive the man before emergency services arrived. A Hato…
TV Star George Clarke in Awe of Great Barrier’s Natural Beauty
Great Barrier Island has a new high-profile visitor, with British TV celebrity George Clarke arriving on the motu and sharing his enthusiasm for the island with his quarter of a million Instagram followers. Clarke, best known for his property and…
Great Barrier Island Shines in Lonely Planet’s Top 15 Night Adventures
Great Barrier Island has once again captured international attention, earning a spot on Lonely Planet’s latest travel guide, 15 of the World’s Best Adventures to Have at Night. The island was credited for its pristine environment and remarkable stargazing conditions,…
Events and Updates on Aotea
Community BBQ at Growers and Makers Market The Local Board will host a BBQ at the Growers and Makers Market at Claris Conference Centre on Saturday 1 March, from 10am. The event offers residents an opportunity to share their ideas…