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Barrier Air Launches Winter Sale with Fares from $64
Barrier Air has launched a major winter sale, slashing fares to as low as $64 across all its routes —…
Rāhui in Place at Ōkupu Following Tragic Incident
A rāhui has been placed at Ōkupu Point following an extremely tragic event in the area. The rāhui — a…
Venomous Sea Snake Found on Flat Island Near Port Fitzroy
A venomous yellow-bellied sea snake has been discovered washed up on Flat Island, just off the coast of Great Barrier…
New Push to Mark Walking Paths on Great Barrier Island
A local project is working to mark and improve Aotea’s walking routes, helping locals and tourists move safely between settlements, avoid trespassing, and ease…
Yachties rescued by navy vessel after abandoning ship off Rangitoto
Two yachties have been rescued by the navy vessel HMNZS Taupo after a dramatic early-morning emergency near Rangitoto Island. The…
Local Board to Meet as Māori Criticism, Rate Hike and Survey Blunder Mar Public Consultation
The Great Barrier Local Board will convene an extraordinary meeting on Tuesday at 11:30am to consider public feedback on Auckland…
Search underway for missing local Julie Butler
Police are appealing to the Aotea community for help locating Julie Butler, a 55-year-old local who usually lives aboard the…