Aotea Shines on Stuff and Lonely Planet This Matariki
Great Barrier Island Takes Center Stage as Stargazer’s Paradise
Authorities Extend Caulerpa Control Measures
More than 100 tonnes of caulerpa washed up in this Great Barrier Island Bay after Cyclone Gabrielle. Photo / Sid Ware / Ministry for Primary Industries / FILE The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has extended the exotic Caulerpa Controlled…
Climate Change to Blame for Malnourished Snapper – NIWA
Fisheries New Zealand has pinpointed a combination of climate-related factors as the likely cause of Milky White Flesh Syndrome in snapper, according to a new report. Skinny snapper with mushy, white flesh instead of the usual firm and translucent texture…
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…
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…
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.
Caulerpa Found in Leigh, Raises Concerns Over Spread from Great Barrier Island
Has Caulerpa's arrival in Leigh confirmed the fears of marine biologists, previously dismissed by MPI in their report on the controversial Aotea crayfishing permits?
Government to Resume Oil and Gas Exploration
Photo / Angus Dreaver / RNZ The Government will reverse its ban on oil and gas exploration, Minister for Resources Shane Jones has confirmed. Jones said New Zealand’s natural gas reserves were declining and sustainable sources like wind, solar and…
Winter Dip for a Brighter Ocean Future
Live Ocean founders Blair Tuke and Peter Burling are diving headfirst into World Ocean Day, encouraging Kiwis to take the plunge and make a splash for ocean conservation. Photo / Live Ocean Grab your togs and get ready for a…