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The Great Barrier Island Ambulance Station in Tryphena. Photo / Supplied

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Urgent Funding Appeal to Keep Aotea’s Ambulance Running

Aotea’s ambulance service is facing a funding cliff, with support set to run out in September 2025. Without new backing, St John’s paramedics may no longer be able to cover the island’s emergency response. “Our local St John’s ambulance provides…

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Currach makes international headlines as world’s only solar-powered Irish pub

From Dublin to The Barrier: Orla and The Currach shine in Woman’s Day

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Surf’s Up, Hoops Installed, and Election Race Heats Up – Community Roundup

Boardriders Club Scores Major FundingThe Aotea Boardriders Club has secured $64,100 from Auckland Council’s Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund. The grant will go toward completing the long-anticipated clubhouse at Medlands, giving the island’s surf community a much-needed hub. Meet…

Mike Lee is advocating for pragmatic progress with a commitment to preserve the region's environment and community rights. Photo / NZME

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Mike Lee defends low attendance record: says ‘seat warming’ isn’t the job

Waitematā and Gulf councillor Mike Lee has pushed back at criticism of his meeting attendance, saying representing remote communities like Waiheke and Great Barrier requires time on the ground — not just “seat warming” at Auckland Council. Lee has the…

A crayfish lurks between rocks. Debate is intensifying over proposed quota increases and their impact on local marine life in the Hauraki Gulf. Photo / Jasus Edwards / CC

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Public Views Sought on New Crayfish Rules Covering Great Barrier

Photo / Jasus Edwards

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Government ‘actively considering’ regional airline support as Sounds Air and Barrier Air sound alarm

The Government is “actively considering options” to address growing concern over the viability of regional airlines — a signal that financial or regulatory support may be under consideration as carriers warn rising costs are forcing route cuts and fare hikes.…

George Clarke: Wild About Barrier

British TV presenter and architect George Clarke says visiting Great Barrier Island was one of the most memorable experiences of his career — calling it “magical,” “wild,” and “a privilege.” Clarke, best known for Amazing Spaces, Restoration Man, and Old…

The Auckland Council service centre and local board office in Claris—hub of local decision-making on Great Barrier Island. Photo / Auckland Council

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Full Slate for Local Board as Barrier Icons Return — Notable Name Missing

Nominations for the Great Barrier Local Board and the Waitematā and Gulf Ward officially closed at midday Friday, August 1, with a full field confirmed for both contests. A total of eight names are in the mix for the Aotea/Great…

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Regional Aviation in Crisis: Barrier Air Joins Chorus for Reform

Barrier Air CEO Grant Bacon says the cost of keeping regional airlines airborne is spiralling out of control, with even well-run operators now cutting services, selling aircraft, and urging government to intervene before more carriers collapse. Speaking to Kathryn Ryan,…

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Holiday Magic: Now You See Your Money, Now You Don’t

While living in Christchurch under another name, Nicola Tomlinson ran a travel company trading on Aotea’s identity — and left creditors across the country owed more than $100,000.