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.
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.
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…
This captivating account of a pastoral visit to Great Barrier Island in 1881 offers a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of early island life. Rev. A. Baker's journey, marked…
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…
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…
This fishing tale, recounted by Fred Medland, vividly captures the essence of fishing adventures and life on Great Barrier Island between the late 1930s and 1950. Fred’s memories bring to life the challenges and joys of the island’s fishing culture,…
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…
This story was originally published December 26, 2022 and is republished here with permission from the Kay Stowell Archive. In this piece, midwife Adele Robertson shares her experiences of bringing…
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…