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Environment & Ecology

Protecting the Gulf—or Not? Minister Defends Controversial Fishing Amendments

The Government’s promise to protect the Hauraki Gulf has sparked fury among conservationists, with critics warning that last-minute amendments to the Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Bill will drive fish species to the brink of extinction. Conservation Minister Tama Potaka…

Kaitoke School Takes Step Towards Charter School Status – News Roundup

Kaitoke School Exploring Charter School Model Kaitoke School, in collaboration with the Aotea Learning Hub, is exploring the possibility of becoming a composite charter school. This would provide seamless education for students aged 5 to 18 years on Great Barrier…

Sun-Drenched Serenity: Medlands Beach on the East Coast of Great Barrier Island. Photo / AoteaGBI.news

Volunteers Needed for Coastal Health Survey

Organizers are calling on residents to participate in the upcoming Hauora Moana/ecological survey. The survey, coordinated by environmentalist John Bakunin, is scheduled for October 19th and 20th, 2024. In case of inclement weather, alternative dates have been set for November…

Speed will take a backseat on the island's roads come October.

Community News

Great Barrier Island Braces for Speed Limit Shake-up

Great Barrier Island is gearing up for a major slowdown, with speed limits set to be slashed across the board, pending a final nod from the Director of Land Transport. According to council employee Kathy Cumming the changes could come…

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Andi Ross, Orla Cumisky, and Felicitas Weisbach: Aotea's Entrepreneurs. Photo / NZOA / Shepherdess

Barrier Flashbacks

Aotea’s Commerce Queens: Thriving Off the Grid

Originally published on 22 January 2023, "Ngā Hononga - Common Threads" explores the lives of Orla Cumisky, Felicitas Weisbach, and Andi Ross,…

Surf's Up Again? Famous Whangapoua Surf Bar Could Make a Comeback. Photo / Auckland Council

Environment & Ecology

Local Surfer Spearheads Effort to Restore Iconic Whangapoua Surf Bar

The once-thriving surf bar at Whangapoua, famous for its powerful waves and uncrowded breaks, has vanished, leaving local surfers longing for the…

Great Barrier Islander Ross McLachlan lost two teeth after being punched by an Auckland City official. Photo / Metro

Barrier Flashbacks

From Punches to Power Plays: Great Barrier Island’s Rocky Relations with Auckland Council

Before the influx of activists from distant shores, Barrier stood as a bastion of rugged independence. In those days, local farmers scraped…

Serene sanctuary: A tranquil garden on Great Barrier Island, showcasing lush greenery and vibrant blooms. Photo / Great Barrier Island Garden Tours

Bloom with a View: Garden Tours Return for 2024

Aotea Great Barrier Island is set to flourish once again with the return of our much-loved Garden Tours. Scheduled for Saturday, November…

Learn the secrets to a bountiful harvest on Sunday, July 28th. Photo / RawPixel.com

Environment & Ecology

Back to Roots with Fruit Tree Workshop

Green thumbs and gardening novices alike will have the opportunity to deepen their gardening know-how at the fruit tree planting and pruning…

Halo's Conor Haughton with an ATV full of standard mustelid traps Photo / Supplied

Environment & Ecology

AI Traps Differentiate Predators from Native Birds

Halo’s Conor Haughton with an ATV full of standard mustelid traps Photo / Supplied By Cosmo Kentish-Barnes, RNZ Country File A pilot using artificial technology…