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‘Couldn’t Be Prouder’: Island Gin Takes Top Honours at World Drinks Awards

Island Gin is riding an extraordinary wave of success, with its flagship Island Gin Original adding another prestigious title to its growing list of…

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Hoops, Skates, and More: Medlands Park Revamp a Slam Dunk with Locals

It’s time to tip-off at Medlands Beach Playground Reserve, with a revamped basketball halfcourt now open – and it’s not…

Waves crash against the rocks on Aotea's east coast, foreshadowing the high winds and thunderstorms to come. Photo / Will Trafford

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Flights and Ferries Cancelled as Cyclone Tam Cuts Off Barrier

Flights and ferries to Great Barrier Island have been cancelled or disrupted due to the severe weather brought on by…

Red Helicopter against a blue sky. Isaac benhesed / Unsplashed

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Local Board Welcomes Stricter Rules for New Helipads — Community Opinion Split

Auckland Council has proposed new rules to make it harder for helipads to be approved on Great Barrier and Waiheke…

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Island Buzzing with Easter and ANZAC Spirit – April Update

Easter Market & Mulberry Grove Art AuctionEaster Saturday, 19 April, brings the Easter Market to Claris Club from 10am—expect local stalls, kids’ games, and…

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Fisheries NZ Responds to Crayfish Poaching Frenzy

Fisheries New Zealand has issued infringement notices to two individuals amid ongoing investigations into illegal crayfish poaching on Great Barrier…

Great Barrier named ‘The Next Frontier’ by BOSS Magazine

Great Barrier Island has been highlighted as one of the world’s emerging travel destinations by BOSS Magazine, a publication focusing…

A crayfish lurks between rocks. Debate is intensifying over proposed quota increases and their impact on local marine life in the Hauraki Gulf. Photo / Jasus Edwards / CC

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Inner Hauraki Gulf Crayfish Ban Sparks Fears for Great Barrier

A three-year ban on commercial and recreational crayfish (spiny rock lobster) fishing in the inner Hauraki Gulf will come into…

‘Couldn’t Be Prouder’: Island Gin Takes Top Honours at World Drinks Awards

Hoops, Skates, and More: Medlands Park Revamp a Slam Dunk with Locals

Flights and Ferries Cancelled as Cyclone Tam Cuts Off Barrier

Local Board Welcomes Stricter Rules for New Helipads — Community Opinion Split

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Seaplane to a New Start: A Teacher’s 1971 Great Barrier Adventure

A Trip to Great Barrier Island In 1932

From Gumboots to Glamour: ‘Flight of the Albatross’ Premieres on Great Barrier Island

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‘Couldn’t Be Prouder’: Island Gin Takes Top Honours at World Drinks Awards

Hoops, Skates, and More: Medlands Park Revamp a Slam Dunk with Locals

Flights and Ferries Cancelled as Cyclone Tam Cuts Off Barrier

Local Board Welcomes Stricter Rules for New Helipads — Community Opinion Split

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‘Couldn’t Be Prouder’: Island Gin Takes Top Honours at World Drinks Awards

Hoops, Skates, and More: Medlands Park Revamp a Slam Dunk with Locals

Flights and Ferries Cancelled as Cyclone Tam Cuts Off Barrier

Local Board Welcomes Stricter Rules for New Helipads — Community Opinion Split

Island Buzzing with Easter and ANZAC Spirit – April Update

Fisheries NZ Responds to Crayfish Poaching Frenzy

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‘Couldn’t Be Prouder’: Island Gin Takes Top Honours at World Drinks Awards

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Flights and Ferries Cancelled as Cyclone Tam Cuts Off Barrier

Local Board Welcomes Stricter Rules for New Helipads — Community Opinion Split

Island Buzzing with Easter and ANZAC Spirit – April Update

Fisheries NZ Responds to Crayfish Poaching Frenzy

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