Teen thug, 14, found guilty of stabbing schoolboy to death at Dunedin bus hub
Enere Taana-McLaren. Photo / Facebook.
Trump’s Next Target? New Zealand and Australia Should Brace for Defence Demands
Grounded symbol of New Zealand's diminished defense investment: an A-4K Skyhawk at the RNZAF Museum, Christchurch. Photo / Bernard Spragg / CC
DOC seeks sightings of entangled dolphin near Auckland
DOC is calling for public assistance in locating an entangled bottlenose dolphin reported in waters around western Auckland. The juvenile/subadult dolphin, which is travelling with a fully grown dolphin, was first reported to DOC’s hotline on 29 December. It was…
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…
Micronutrients Show Promise for Treating Antenatal Depression, Study Finds
By Julia J Rucklidge, University of Canterbury; Elena Moltchanova, University of Canterbury; Roger Mulder, University of Otago, and Siobhan A Campbell, University of Canterbury Antenatal depression affects 15% to 21% of pregnant women worldwide. It can influence birth outcomes and…
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…
Phil Spencer to Wrap NZ Series with Aotea Architectural Marvel
Phil Spencer explores New Zealand’s architectural treasures in his new series, ‘NZ’s Best Homes with Phil Spencer.’ Photo / TVNZ Phil Spencer, of Location, Location, Location and Love It or List It fame, is ending his latest series with a…
Winter Blues? More Light in Your Life Could Help
Outdoor light is Key to combating seasonal depression, says neurobiology researcher Anna Wirz-Justice. Photo / Auckland Unlimited If you’re feeling sadder as the days get shorter, you’re not alone. Around half the population report feeling less happy in winter and…
Government Eases Burden on Marine Farms with New Bill
The Coalition Government is stepping up to give New Zealand’s aquaculture industry the certainty it needs to thrive, according to Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones. A new Bill, which passed its first reading in Parliament today, aims to extend…
Locals Invited to Shine in Kathmandu Campaign
Locals Sought for Kathmandu’s Great Barrier Island Adventure Campaign. Photo / Kathmandu Aotea Great Barrier Island residents have a unique opportunity to be part of an upcoming Kathmandu commercial, with the New Zealand-based outdoor brand seeking locals for roles in…