Hillary Outdoors Bids Farewell to Aotea: End of an Era
In a heartfelt announcement, the Hillary Outdoors Education Centre has declared the closure of its Aotea Great Barrier Island operation
2024 a Make-or-Break Year for the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park
By Alex Rogers On one of the islands in the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park this summer, lots of small snapper washed up dead. A friend who has witnessed the decline of the health of the Gulf over many decades filleted one…
Turquoise Transformation: Mulberry Grove School’s Court Gets a Facelift
The Newly-Resurfaced Courts at Mulberry Grove Primary School Shine Bright for the New School Year. Photo / Ally Gibbs Mulberry Grove Primary School has started the new school year on a high note with the unveiling of its newly resurfaced…
Tryphena Helipad Proposal Stirs Controversy
The property located at 135 Rosalie Bay Road, encompassing 9181m², was acquired by its current owner in June 2022. This site, now the subject of a proposed helipad, boasts views over Mulberry Grove, stretching towards the mainland and the Coromandel.…
‘Everybody is a Treasure’ Series Arrives at Aotea Arts Village
A unique series of events titled “Everybody is a Treasure” is set to grace the shores of our beautiful island, promising a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and community for Great Barrier’s residents. Spearheaded by Mandi Lynn, a seasoned compassionate communication…
Free Counselling Services For Youth And Their Whānau
The Aotea Family Support Group has taken a significant step towards supporting the mental well-being of young people and their whānau with the introduction of a new, free counselling service. The service, spearheaded by experienced counsellor Sam Grimshaw, offers a…
Island Eats: What Grows Best on The Barrier
As residents of our unique community, we are fortunate to have the opportunity to grow our own fruits, vegetables, and even explore the wilds for rongoā Māori herbal extracts.
Community Mourns the Loss of Beloved Local Legend, Mike Brown
In a touching tribute, Aotea’s surfers gathered at Medland’s for a paddle out at 2 pm, as Mike’s journey from the island took flight for the last time. Photo / Facebook On December 23, the Aotea community lost one of…
The Best Internet on Great Barrier Island (Aotea)
From Pigeon Post to Stellar Satellite Internet.
Paddle boarder’s ‘terrifying’ Orca encounter at Shoal Bay
In an extraordinary display of wildlife ft. human interaction at Shoal Bay, Great Barrier Island, a paddle boarder had a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with an orca whale.