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Fermenting Fundamentals: A Workshop Whisking Great Barrier into a Probiotic Paradise. Photo / Local Food Initiative

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Fermenting Fest: Gear Up for Gut-Friendly Workshop

Grow Food Aotea is stirring up community interest with a fermentation workshop designed to unlock the secrets of kitchen alchemy. On Saturday, March 9, islanders are invited to gather at Okiwi Passion from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM for a…

Seize the Season: Grow Food Aotea's Timely Workshops on Pre-Winter Planting

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Seize the Season: Winter Vegetable Gardening Workshops On the Way

With the chill of winter on the horizon Grow Food Aotea is launching a series of workshops aimed at helping the community plant their vegetable gardens in time for a hearty harvest. The sessions will equip islanders with the skills…

NZDF's uncrewed vessel, Bellona - a Bluebottle craft made by Sydney-based Ocius.

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Futuristic Navy Vessel Spotted Off Barrier Coast

In an event that has no doubt sparked curiosity and intrigue among locals, a distinctive naval vessel has been observed hovering approximately 5 nautical miles off Whangaparapara Harbour. The sighting, part of a broader two-week sea trial that began in…

The Great Barrier Island local board will be hosting a free workshop titled 'Addiction 101' on Friday, March 1st, from 9am to 4:30pm at the Claris Conference Centre, 19 Whangaparapara Road.

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Free ‘Addiction 101’ Workshop Coming to Great Barrier/ Aotea

In a bid to foster a deeper understanding of addiction and recovery, the Great Barrier Island local board will be hosting a free workshop titled ‘Addiction 101’ on Friday, March 1st, from 9am to 4:30pm at the Claris Conference Centre,…

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Tropical Fruit Growing Workshops Look Set For Island

Islanders eager to diversify their gardening skills have a unique opportunity coming up this March. Hugh Rose, the Chair of New Zealand Tropical Fruit Growers, is planning to host workshops focused on growing tropical fruits such as bananas and pineapples…

A unique series of events titled "Everybody is a Treasure" is Spearheaded by Mandi Lynn, a seasoned compassionate communication teacher and somatic trauma therapist. Photo / Supplied

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‘Everybody is a Treasure’ Series Arrives at Aotea Arts Village

A unique series of events titled “Everybody is a Treasure” is set to grace the shores of our beautiful island, promising a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and community for Great Barrier’s residents. Spearheaded by Mandi Lynn, a seasoned compassionate communication…

Herbs of Aotea, Great Barrier Island – no not that one

Above: Mānuka or Tea Tree. Photo / Sid Mosdell / Creative Commons Aotea, Great Barrier Island, is the rohe of local iwi Ngāti Rehua Ngātiwai ki Aotea, and for centuries their ancestors have relied on rongoā, the traditional Māori medicine,…

Looking out towards the rock at Pah Beach on Aotea, Great Barrier Island.

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Can I move to Great Barrier Island?

I’m ready to throw it all in and move to Aotea, Great Barrier Island. Wow, okay, well that’s a big move. Great Barrier Island is a beautiful and unique location, but moving here can require some planning and consideration. Here…

Ridler's 33 hour swim aimed to inspire urgent action to protect and restore the health of the Hauraki Gulf. Photo via facebook.com/jono.ridler

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Jono Ridler Breaks New Zealand’s Ultra-Distance Marathon Swim Record

Ridler’s 33 hour swim aimed to inspire urgent action to protect and restore the health of the Hauraki Gulf. Photo via facebook.com/jono.ridler Aotea, Great Barrier Island — Jono Ridler has set a remarkable new record for ultra-distance marathon swims in New…