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More than 100 tonnes of caulerpa washed up in this Great Barrier Island Bay after Cyclone Gabrielle. Photo / Sid Ware / Ministry for Primary Industries

Environment

Authorities Extend Caulerpa Control Measures

More than 100 tonnes of caulerpa washed up in this Great Barrier Island Bay after Cyclone Gabrielle. Photo / Sid Ware / Ministry for Primary Industries / FILE The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has extended the exotic Caulerpa Controlled…

Snapper showing signs of Milky White Flesh Syndrome, a condition linked to climate change and food scarcity in the Hauraki Gulf. Photo / Fishing NZ

Climate Change to Blame for Malnourished Snapper – NIWA

Fisheries New Zealand has pinpointed a combination of climate-related factors as the likely cause of Milky White Flesh Syndrome in snapper, according to a new report. Skinny snapper with mushy, white flesh instead of the usual firm and translucent texture…

Community News

Pest-Free Panic: Rat Hunt Intensifies on Motutapu

The quest to capture a crafty rat from the pest-free shores of Motutapu has escalated, as conservation teams pull out all stops with the approaching nesting season. The unwelcome visitor was first spotted by a sharp-eyed DOC ranger in late…

Community News

Aotea Army Rallies for Parker Family in Okiwi

The Aotea Army descended on Okiwi on Sunday, demonstrating the extraordinary spirit of the Great Barrier Island community. Led by Leon Foster, the “army” of volunteers accomplished a remarkable amount of work for Kiri and Annette Parker, a couple facing…

While there is still some diesel available, Chatham Islanders are in urgent need of more fuel (file image). Photo: RNZ/Matt "Big Tuna" Theunissen

Chatham Islands

Petrol Dries Up, Diesel Next: Chatham Islands’ Fuel Crisis Worsens

While there is still some diesel available, Chatham Islanders are in urgent need of more fuel (file image). Photo / RNZ / Matt “Big Tuna” Theunissen The Chatham Islands have run out of petrol and its diesel supplies are running low…

A warm fire: a potential reality for Aotea homes under the Warmer Kiwi Homes program. Photo / Rachel Claire / CC

Community News

Warmer Kiwi Homes Program Considers Aotea Expansion

A warm fire: a potential reality for Aotea homes under the Warmer Kiwi Homes program. Photo / Rachel Claire / CC The Warmer Kiwi Homes program, a government initiative providing grants for insulation and efficient heaters, may be extended to…

The Pleiades constellation, known as Matariki in Te Reo, ushers in the Māori New Year. Photo / Martin Heigan / CC

Community News

Matariki Celebrations Set to Shine on Aotea on Friday

The Pleiades constellation, known as Matariki in Te Reo, ushers in the Māori New Year. Photo / Martin Heigan / CC On Friday, Aotea will come alive with the spirit of Matariki, offering a full day of cultural events, kai,…

Guilt-Free Goodness: Enjoy your flat whites and lattes in new earth-friendly cups at Mulberry Grove. Photo / Mulberry Grove Store

Environment

End of Disposable Coffee Cup Ban

New compostable cups at Mulberry Grove offer alternative to controversial ban.

25 Years of Windy Hill. Photo / AoteaGBI.news

Windy Hill’s 25-Year Journey: From Humble Beginnings to Island Haven

Each month, Judy Gilbert, founding Trustee and voluntary manager of the Windy Hill Wildlife Sanctuary, shares a summary of the latest happenings and conservation efforts at the Sanctuary. Stay updated on the sanctuary’s progress and exciting wildlife discoveries with ‘What’s…

Barrier Building Bonanza? Granny Flat Reforms Could Slash Costs Amidst Housing Crisis

No consent, no problem? 60sqm cabins could be built without red tape, easing the Barrier’s housing crunch. Photo / Eric Petschek / CC Great Barrier Island could soon see a housing boom, with new reforms set to make building cheaper…