End of Disposable Coffee Cup Ban
New compostable cups at Mulberry Grove offer alternative to controversial ban.
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…
Reel in the Prizes at Tight Lines Kids Fishing Comp This Saturday
Great Barrier Island – Get ready for an action-packed day on the water this Saturday, June 22nd! The “Tight Line’s Kids Fishing Comp” is back, and it’s shaping up to be a fantastic event. If you haven’t got your tickets…
Great Barrier Island: A Weather Wonderland of Contrasts
It’s no secret to residents of Aotea, Great Barrier Island, that our weather can be a bit… dramatic. From torrential downpours to scorching sunshine, the island seems to experience a whole spectrum of conditions. But now, thanks to data from…
Island Firefighters Turn Up the Heat in Time Trial Challenge
Great Barrier Island’s finest firefighting crews gathered Saturday for an exhilarating time trial competition that showcased their skill, teamwork, and dedication to protecting our island community. Crews from Tryphena, Kaitoke, Okupu, and Awana/Okiwi battled it out, demonstrating their expertise in…
Aotea Autumn Planting: A Comprehensive Guide
As June unfolds, it’s time to prepare our gardens for winter. Great Barrier Island’s unique coastal environment presents specific challenges, from sandy soils and sea spray on the east coast around Medlands to the damp, windy conditions on the west…
Barrier Air Slashes Prices to $79 for Matariki Weekend Getaway
Locals have an opportunity to get off the rock and enjoy a weekend in the big smoke, thanks to Matariki long weekend specials just released by Barrier Air. With tourists and holidaymakers set to flock to the motu, Barrier Air…
Welcome to NZ – now pay up: the risks and rewards of raising the foreign tourist tax
As our local board contemplates a tourism tax, central government is also considering hiking taxes for visitors. In this climate, what are the risks and rewards of a tourist tax.
Packing for Paradise: Your Off-Grid Great Barrier Island Checklist
Headed to Aotea, Great Barrier Island for a break? We’re thrilled to have you! A visit to Great Barrier Island, or Aotea as it’s known in Māori, is not your standard vacation. We’re proudly off-grid, powered by the sun and…