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Aotea Takes Center Stage in Global Kathmandu Campaign

Great Barrier Island’s stunning landscapes and vibrant locals have been taken to the world in a new advertising campaign for the outdoors brand Kathmandu. Titled “Come Find Us. We’re Out There.” the campaign, shot entirely on the island, celebrates the…

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Kaitoke School Celebrates the Grand Opening of Levi’s Pump Track

The sun shone brightly over Kaitoke School last Sunday, defying the stormy week that preceded it, for the grand opening of Levi’s Pump Track. The event was a resounding success, drawing a large and enthusiastic crowd from across Great Barrier…

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Podcast Launch, Tree Planting Success, and School Project Call for Donations: Aotea News Roundup

As winter comes to a close - although with the recent rough weather it might not feel like it - here's a glimpse of three things that have been happening across our island community.

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A Night on the Ridge: John Ogden Details His Rescue Amid Harsh Elements

Island icon, John Ogden, well-known for his adventurous spirit, has shared a candid recount of his harrowing chopper rescue last month, an ordeal that gripped the community. Through a blog post on GreatBarrier.co.nz, Ogden expressed his gratitude and detailed the…

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

Community Concerns Clash with MPI Commitments at Island Hui

Residents, businesses, and anglers are facing prolonged uncertainty regarding how or when officials will move beyond pilot trials to decisively tackle the Caulerpa outbreak in the island’s waters. Questions also linger about the fate of the Controlled Area Notices (CANs),…

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Kaitoke School’s Pump Track: Community’s Tribute to Levi Takes Shape

Kaitoke School is buzzing with activity as construction of the highly anticipated Levi Golaboski Memorial Bike and Pump Track gains momentum. “The workmanship, quality, and generosity of our amazing local contractors have been next level! Concrete was poured today!” Principal…

SeaLink ferry to Great Barrier Island: A costly voyage for islanders due to lack of subsidies and exemption from public transport regulations. Photo / Supplied

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SeaLink Announces Resident Discounts, Opens Christmas Bookings

SeaLink has unveiled a new resident discount program for Great Barrier Island, offering a 20% reduction on retail bookings for certain fare types. The initiative comes amid recent concerns over soaring ferry fares. To benefit from the discount, residents need…

View of Claris Airport Carpark: The Focus of Auckland Transport's New $40,000 Surveillance Project

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Parking Cameras Coming to Claris Airport

Auckland Transport is gearing up to drop a staggering $40,000 on installing parking infringement cameras at Claris Airport. The high-tech surveillance system is designed to promote a fair rotation of the limited parking spaces available. “The main reason is to…

Mitch Brown, Great Barrier Island's golfing champion, smiles brightly. He's determined to represent the island at the Macau Golf Masters in September. Photo / Supplied

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Mitch Brown’s Spirit Unbreakable as He Focuses on Macau Challenge

Just over a year ago, our island celebrated as Mitch Brown achieved his dream of winning gold at the Special Olympics in Germany. Now, Mitch has a new dream on the horizon: competing in the prestigious Macau Golf Masters in…

Axed and Angry: Landowners Slam Council Over Tree Felling

"Pine-ing" for answers: Landowners left in the dark after council fells trees on disputed boundary, despite prior arborist inspection. Photo / CC