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Aotea Army in action: Volunteers from the community work together during a working bee day at Kate Langford's home, demonstrating the power of collective effort in transforming and beautifying local spaces.

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Christmas Community News Wrap

Aotea Army Brings Cheer to Kate Langford In another display of the generous spirit that defines our community, the Aotea Army, led by Leon Foster, organized a successful working bee at Kate Langford’s home last Sunday. Kate expressed her heartfelt…

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Great Barrier Island Landlines to Be Phased Out

Great Barrier Island is set to lose its traditional landline telephone network, with Chorus announcing a phased removal beginning in March 2025 and culminating in a complete axing by 2030. There are around 200 families and businesses with landlines on…

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December Delights: Aotea’s Events, Art, and Festive Highlights

Drax Project set to light up the stage this summer on Great Barrier Island with their signature blend of pop, R&B, and jazz-infused beats. Photo / Alex Goykhman

This bright-green invasive caulerpa seaweed is smothering the delicate marine ecosystem on Great Barrier Island. Photo / Glenn Edney

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New Moorings to Revitalize Tourism Amid Caulerpa Crisis

Great Barrier Island is set to receive new screw pile moorings in a bid to revitalize tourism affected by severe restrictions to fishing and anchoring due to the invasive seaweed, Caulerpa. The project, jointly funded by the local board and…

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Island Celebrates Spectacular Santa Parade 2024

This year’s Santa Parade on Great Barrier Island was a resounding success, filled with vibrant floats, spirited performances, and a community coming together to ring in the festive season. The parade, a staple of island holiday celebrations, featured an array…

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Play Your Part: Great Barrier’s Call for Creative Playground Ideas

Are your kids swing enthusiasts or slide aficionados? Or maybe you’re a fan of picnics under the pōhutukawa. The Great Barrier Local Board is calling on everyone, from energetic toddlers to seasoned grandparents, to have their say in shaping the…

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Fire Danger Prompts Complete Ban Across Great Barrier Island and Gulf

As of 8:00 am Monday, 2 December 2024, a prohibited fire season is now in effect across all islands of the Hauraki Gulf, including Great Barrier Island and Kawau Island. The ban, which will remain until further notice, prohibits all…

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December Delights: Santa Parade, True Tales, and Community Updates

Santa Parade and Market Set to Bring Holiday CheerMark your calendars for Saturday, December 7th, as the Claris Sports Club hosts its festive Market and Santa Parade! Starting at 10 AM, the market promises an array of stalls offering food,…

Nikki Kaye at The Currach Irish Pub, a beloved spot on Great Barrier Island where her friendly presence and warm smile made her a cherished part of the community.

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Former MP Nikki Kaye Remembered for Her Contributions to Aotea

Nikki Kaye, the former National Party MP for Auckland Central and a familiar face across Great Barrier Island, has passed away at the age of 44 after a long battle with cancer. Known for her boundless energy and dedication to…

Aotea/Great Barrier Local Board members.

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Local Board Distributes almost $200k in Ratepayer Grants at October Meeting

At the October business meeting, the Great Barrier Local Board allocated $198,419.89 in ratepayer-funded grants to several projects and initiatives. Applications for funding totalled more than $300,000. Here’s how the grants were distributed: Capital grants included: Glenfern Sanctuary Trust: Granted…