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More than 100 tonnes of caulerpa washed up in this Great Barrier Island Bay after Cyclone Gabrielle. Photo / Sid Ware / Ministry for Primary Industries

Controversial Caulerpa Controls Extended Another Year

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has officially extended the Exotic Caulerpa Controlled Area Notices (CANs) for Aotea / Great…

From Police to Paramedics: Meet Great Barrier’s Ultimate First Responders

Barrier Flashbacks

Four Hats, One Mission: The Superhero Duo of Great Barrier Island

A Tribute to Roger Bright and Kylie Robbins After serving the Great Barrier Island community for over 25 years, Roger…

Photo / RNZ

Property

Interest rate change that could add $70k to borrowers’ loans

By Susan Edmunds, Money Correspondent, RNZ Interest rates might be dropping, but borrowers still need to prove they can pay…

Aotea Community Health Trustee Leonie Howie with donated dental equipment. Photo / RNZ / Luka Forman

Community News

Great Barrier Island Secures First Dentist in 8 Years

After an eight-year wait, the Great Barrier Island community is finally celebrating the arrival of a new dentist. “We are…

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More than 100 tonnes of caulerpa washed up in this Great Barrier Island Bay after Cyclone Gabrielle. Photo / Sid Ware / Ministry for Primary Industries

Controversial Caulerpa Controls Extended Another Year

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has officially extended the Exotic Caulerpa Controlled Area Notices (CANs) for Aotea / Great Barrier Island until 30 September 2025. The restrictions, initially implemented…

From Police to Paramedics: Meet Great Barrier’s Ultimate First Responders

Barrier Flashbacks

Four Hats, One Mission: The Superhero Duo of Great Barrier Island

A Tribute to Roger Bright and Kylie Robbins After serving the Great Barrier Island community for over 25 years, Roger Bright and Kylie Robbins are leaving the island. This article…

Photo / RNZ

Property

Interest rate change that could add $70k to borrowers’ loans

By Susan Edmunds, Money Correspondent, RNZ Interest rates might be dropping, but borrowers still need to prove they can pay back their loans at more than 8 percent, at the…

Aotea Community Health Trustee Leonie Howie with donated dental equipment. Photo / RNZ / Luka Forman

Community News

Great Barrier Island Secures First Dentist in 8 Years

After an eight-year wait, the Great Barrier Island community is finally celebrating the arrival of a new dentist. “We are ecstatic to announce that we have a… DENTIST!” the Great…

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More than 100 tonnes of caulerpa washed up in this Great Barrier Island Bay after Cyclone Gabrielle. Photo / Sid Ware / Ministry for Primary Industries

Controversial Caulerpa Controls Extended Another Year

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has officially extended the Exotic Caulerpa Controlled Area Notices (CANs) for Aotea / Great Barrier Island until 30 September 2025. The restrictions, initially implemented in 2021, aim to limit the spread of the invasive…

From Police to Paramedics: Meet Great Barrier’s Ultimate First Responders

Barrier Flashbacks

Four Hats, One Mission: The Superhero Duo of Great Barrier Island

A Tribute to Roger Bright and Kylie Robbins After serving the Great Barrier Island community for over 25 years, Roger Bright and Kylie Robbins are leaving the island. This article from the New Zealand Firefighter Magazine - August 2017 Issue…

Photo / RNZ

Property

Interest rate change that could add $70k to borrowers’ loans

By Susan Edmunds, Money Correspondent, RNZ Interest rates might be dropping, but borrowers still need to prove they can pay back their loans at more than 8 percent, at the country’s main banks. On Monday, two-year fixed special rates were…

Aotea Community Health Trustee Leonie Howie with donated dental equipment. Photo / RNZ / Luka Forman

Community News

Great Barrier Island Secures First Dentist in 8 Years

After an eight-year wait, the Great Barrier Island community is finally celebrating the arrival of a new dentist. “We are ecstatic to announce that we have a… DENTIST!” the Great Barrier Island Community Health Trust enthusiastically shared, Monday. Incoming dentist…

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More than 100 tonnes of caulerpa washed up in this Great Barrier Island Bay after Cyclone Gabrielle. Photo / Sid Ware / Ministry for Primary Industries

Controversial Caulerpa Controls Extended Another Year

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has officially extended the Exotic Caulerpa Controlled Area Notices (CANs) for Aotea / Great Barrier Island until 30 September 2025. The restrictions, initially implemented in 2021, aim to limit the spread of the invasive…

From Police to Paramedics: Meet Great Barrier’s Ultimate First Responders

Barrier Flashbacks

Four Hats, One Mission: The Superhero Duo of Great Barrier Island

A Tribute to Roger Bright and Kylie Robbins After serving the Great Barrier Island community for over 25 years, Roger Bright and Kylie Robbins are leaving the island. This article from the New Zealand Firefighter Magazine - August 2017 Issue…

Photo / RNZ

Property

Interest rate change that could add $70k to borrowers’ loans

By Susan Edmunds, Money Correspondent, RNZ Interest rates might be dropping, but borrowers still need to prove they can pay back their loans at more than 8 percent, at the country’s main banks. On Monday, two-year fixed special rates were…

Aotea Community Health Trustee Leonie Howie with donated dental equipment. Photo / RNZ / Luka Forman

Community News

Great Barrier Island Secures First Dentist in 8 Years

After an eight-year wait, the Great Barrier Island community is finally celebrating the arrival of a new dentist. “We are ecstatic to announce that we have a… DENTIST!” the Great Barrier Island Community Health Trust enthusiastically shared, Monday. Incoming dentist…

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More than 100 tonnes of caulerpa washed up in this Great Barrier Island Bay after Cyclone Gabrielle. Photo / Sid Ware / Ministry for Primary Industries

Controversial Caulerpa Controls Extended Another Year

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has officially extended the Exotic Caulerpa Controlled Area Notices (CANs) for Aotea / Great Barrier Island until 30 September 2025. The restrictions,…

From Police to Paramedics: Meet Great Barrier’s Ultimate First Responders

Barrier Flashbacks

Four Hats, One Mission: The Superhero Duo of Great Barrier Island

A Tribute to Roger Bright and Kylie Robbins After serving the Great Barrier Island community for over 25 years, Roger…

Photo / RNZ

Property

Interest rate change that could add $70k to borrowers’ loans

By Susan Edmunds, Money Correspondent, RNZ Interest rates might be dropping, but borrowers still need to prove they can pay…

Aotea Community Health Trustee Leonie Howie with donated dental equipment. Photo / RNZ / Luka Forman

Community News

Great Barrier Island Secures First Dentist in 8 Years

After an eight-year wait, the Great Barrier Island community is finally celebrating the arrival of a new dentist. “We are…

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Controversial Caulerpa Controls Extended Another Year

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has officially extended the Exotic Caulerpa Controlled Area Notices (CANs) for Aotea / Great Barrier Island until 30…

From Police to Paramedics: Meet Great Barrier’s Ultimate First Responders

Barrier Flashbacks

Four Hats, One Mission: The Superhero Duo of Great Barrier Island

A Tribute to Roger Bright and Kylie Robbins After serving the Great Barrier Island community for over 25 years, Roger…

Photo / RNZ

Property

Interest rate change that could add $70k to borrowers’ loans

By Susan Edmunds, Money Correspondent, RNZ Interest rates might be dropping, but borrowers still need to prove they can pay…

Aotea Community Health Trustee Leonie Howie with donated dental equipment. Photo / RNZ / Luka Forman

Community News

Great Barrier Island Secures First Dentist in 8 Years

After an eight-year wait, the Great Barrier Island community is finally celebrating the arrival of a new dentist. “We are…

List - Alternative - Full Width - Page 2

More than 100 tonnes of caulerpa washed up in this Great Barrier Island Bay after Cyclone Gabrielle. Photo / Sid Ware / Ministry for Primary Industries

Controversial Caulerpa Controls Extended Another Year

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has officially extended the Exotic Caulerpa Controlled Area Notices (CANs) for Aotea / Great Barrier Island until 30 September 2025. The restrictions, initially implemented in 2021, aim to limit the spread of the invasive…

From Police to Paramedics: Meet Great Barrier’s Ultimate First Responders

Barrier Flashbacks

Four Hats, One Mission: The Superhero Duo of Great Barrier Island

A Tribute to Roger Bright and Kylie Robbins After serving the Great Barrier Island community for over 25 years, Roger Bright and Kylie Robbins are leaving the island. This article…

Photo / RNZ

Property

Interest rate change that could add $70k to borrowers’ loans

By Susan Edmunds, Money Correspondent, RNZ Interest rates might be dropping, but borrowers still need to prove they can pay back their loans at more than 8 percent, at the…

Aotea Community Health Trustee Leonie Howie with donated dental equipment. Photo / RNZ / Luka Forman

Community News

Great Barrier Island Secures First Dentist in 8 Years

After an eight-year wait, the Great Barrier Island community is finally celebrating the arrival of a new dentist. “We are ecstatic to announce that we have a… DENTIST!” the Great…

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More than 100 tonnes of caulerpa washed up in this Great Barrier Island Bay after Cyclone Gabrielle. Photo / Sid Ware / Ministry for Primary Industries

Controversial Caulerpa Controls Extended Another Year

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has officially extended the Exotic Caulerpa Controlled Area Notices (CANs) for Aotea / Great Barrier Island…

From Police to Paramedics: Meet Great Barrier’s Ultimate First Responders

Barrier Flashbacks

Four Hats, One Mission: The Superhero Duo of Great Barrier Island

A Tribute to Roger Bright and Kylie Robbins After serving the Great Barrier Island community for over 25 years, Roger Bright and…

Photo / RNZ

Property

Interest rate change that could add $70k to borrowers’ loans

By Susan Edmunds, Money Correspondent, RNZ Interest rates might be dropping, but borrowers still need to prove they can pay back their…

Aotea Community Health Trustee Leonie Howie with donated dental equipment. Photo / RNZ / Luka Forman

Community News

Great Barrier Island Secures First Dentist in 8 Years

After an eight-year wait, the Great Barrier Island community is finally celebrating the arrival of a new dentist. “We are ecstatic to…

Grid - Full Width - 3 Columns - Page 2

Photo / RNZ

Property

Interest rate change that could add $70k to borrowers’ loans

By Susan Edmunds, Money Correspondent, RNZ Interest rates might be dropping, but borrowers still need to prove they can pay back their…

Aotea Community Health Trustee Leonie Howie with donated dental equipment. Photo / RNZ / Luka Forman

Community News

Great Barrier Island Secures First Dentist in 8 Years

After an eight-year wait, the Great Barrier Island community is finally celebrating the arrival of a new dentist. “We are ecstatic to…

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…

Anamata (The Tip Shop). Photo/ Facebook

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…

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…

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…

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Environment & Ecology

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

Anamata (The Tip Shop). Photo/ Facebook

Kaitoke School Takes Step Towards Charter School Status – News Roundup

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

Volunteers Needed for Coastal Health Survey

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

Community News

Great Barrier Island Braces for Speed Limit Shake-up

A lone Norway Rat on Motutapu Island has been tracked, and is believed to have been successfully eliminated by conservation teams (file photo). Photo / DOC / Rod Morris - Creative Commons

Environment & Ecology

Motutapu’s Rat Problem: Finally Solved (at a Cost)

Aotea Locals Help Rescue Critically Ill Sea Turtle on Ōkupe Beach

SeaLink ferry to Great Barrier Island: A costly voyage for islanders due to lack of subsidies and exemption from public transport regulations. Photo / Supplied

Community News

SeaLink Averts Strike, Reaches Tentative Agreement with Union

SeaLink ferry nearing Tryphena, Great Barrier Island (Aotea). Photo / GreatBarrier.co.nz

Community News

SeaLink Makes Pay Offer as Strike Looms, Negotiations Ongoing

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From Police to Paramedics: Meet Great Barrier’s Ultimate First Responders

Barrier Flashbacks

Four Hats, One Mission: The Superhero Duo of Great Barrier Island

A Tribute to Roger Bright and Kylie Robbins After serving the Great Barrier Island community for over 25 years, Roger Bright and Kylie Robbins are leaving the island.…

Photo / RNZ

Property

Interest rate change that could add $70k to borrowers’ loans

By Susan Edmunds, Money Correspondent, RNZ Interest rates might be dropping, but borrowers still need to prove they can pay back their…

Aotea Community Health Trustee Leonie Howie with donated dental equipment. Photo / RNZ / Luka Forman

Community News

Great Barrier Island Secures First Dentist in 8 Years

After an eight-year wait, the Great Barrier Island community is finally celebrating the arrival of a new dentist. “We are ecstatic to…

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…

Anamata (The Tip Shop). Photo/ Facebook

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…

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Barrier Flashbacks

Four Hats, One Mission: The Superhero Duo of Great Barrier Island

A Tribute to Roger Bright and Kylie Robbins After serving the Great Barrier Island community for over 25 years, Roger Bright and Kylie Robbins…

Photo / RNZ

Property

Interest rate change that could add $70k to borrowers’ loans

By Susan Edmunds, Money Correspondent, RNZ Interest rates might be dropping, but borrowers still need to prove they can pay back their…

Aotea Community Health Trustee Leonie Howie with donated dental equipment. Photo / RNZ / Luka Forman

Community News

Great Barrier Island Secures First Dentist in 8 Years

After an eight-year wait, the Great Barrier Island community is finally celebrating the arrival of a new dentist. “We are ecstatic to…

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…

Anamata (The Tip Shop). Photo/ Facebook

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…

Grid - Alternative - Full Width - Page 2

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…

Anamata (The Tip Shop). Photo/ Facebook

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…

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…

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…

A lone Norway Rat on Motutapu Island has been tracked, and is believed to have been successfully eliminated by conservation teams (file photo). Photo / DOC / Rod Morris - Creative Commons

Environment & Ecology

Motutapu’s Rat Problem: Finally Solved (at a Cost)

A lone rat caught on camera on the otherwise pest-free paradise of Motutapu Island has been killed after months of running amok,…

Aotea Locals Help Rescue Critically Ill Sea Turtle on Ōkupe Beach

DOC’s Sarah Dwyer cradles the critically ill hawksbill turtle found on Ōkupe Beach. Photo / DoC A hawksbill sea turtle found alive…

SeaLink ferry to Great Barrier Island: A costly voyage for islanders due to lack of subsidies and exemption from public transport regulations. Photo / Supplied

Community News

SeaLink Averts Strike, Reaches Tentative Agreement with Union

In what should come as a major relief for Great Barrier Island residents, the looming threat of a strike impacting the crucial…

SeaLink ferry nearing Tryphena, Great Barrier Island (Aotea). Photo / GreatBarrier.co.nz

Community News

SeaLink Makes Pay Offer as Strike Looms, Negotiations Ongoing

As ferry services brace for the Spring surge of visitors, SeaLink has made a pay offer to its workers while continuing last-minute negotiations to prevent strike action this week. The ferry operator, which services Great Barrier Island, Waiheke, and Auckland,…

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Photo / RNZ

Property

Interest rate change that could add $70k to borrowers’ loans

By Susan Edmunds, Money Correspondent, RNZ Interest rates might be dropping, but borrowers still need to prove they can pay back their…

Aotea Community Health Trustee Leonie Howie with donated dental equipment. Photo / RNZ / Luka Forman

Community News

Great Barrier Island Secures First Dentist in 8 Years

After an eight-year wait, the Great Barrier Island community is finally celebrating the arrival of a new dentist. “We are ecstatic to…

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…

Anamata (The Tip Shop). Photo/ Facebook

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…

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…

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…

Masonry Flow - 2 Columns - Page 2

More than 100 tonnes of caulerpa washed up in this Great Barrier Island Bay after Cyclone Gabrielle. Photo / Sid Ware / Ministry for Primary Industries

Controversial Caulerpa Controls Extended Another Year

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has officially extended the Exotic Caulerpa Controlled Area Notices (CANs) for Aotea / Great Barrier Island…

From Police to Paramedics: Meet Great Barrier’s Ultimate First Responders

Barrier Flashbacks

Four Hats, One Mission: The Superhero Duo of Great Barrier Island

A Tribute to Roger Bright and Kylie Robbins After serving the Great Barrier Island community for over 25 years, Roger Bright and…

Photo / RNZ

Property

Interest rate change that could add $70k to borrowers’ loans

By Susan Edmunds, Money Correspondent, RNZ Interest rates might be dropping, but borrowers still need to prove they can pay back their…

Aotea Community Health Trustee Leonie Howie with donated dental equipment. Photo / RNZ / Luka Forman

Community News

Great Barrier Island Secures First Dentist in 8 Years

After an eight-year wait, the Great Barrier Island community is finally celebrating the arrival of a new dentist. “We are ecstatic to…

Masonry Flow - 3 Columns - Page 2

Anamata (The Tip Shop). Photo/ Facebook

Kaitoke School Takes Step Towards Charter School Status – News Roundup

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

Volunteers Needed for Coastal Health Survey

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

Community News

Great Barrier Island Braces for Speed Limit Shake-up

A lone Norway Rat on Motutapu Island has been tracked, and is believed to have been successfully eliminated by conservation teams (file photo). Photo / DOC / Rod Morris - Creative Commons

Environment & Ecology

Motutapu’s Rat Problem: Finally Solved (at a Cost)

Aotea Locals Help Rescue Critically Ill Sea Turtle on Ōkupe Beach

SeaLink ferry to Great Barrier Island: A costly voyage for islanders due to lack of subsidies and exemption from public transport regulations. Photo / Supplied

Community News

SeaLink Averts Strike, Reaches Tentative Agreement with Union

SeaLink ferry nearing Tryphena, Great Barrier Island (Aotea). Photo / GreatBarrier.co.nz

Community News

SeaLink Makes Pay Offer as Strike Looms, Negotiations Ongoing

Mulberry Grove's shoreline, where erosion threaten both natural beauty and critical infrastructure. Photo / MGS

Last Chance to Shape Barrier Shoreline’s Future

Environment & Ecology

DoC Approves Large-Scale Poisoning in the South as Residents Sound the Alarm

Masonry - Full Width - 3 Columns - Page 2

Photo / RNZ

Property

Interest rate change that could add $70k to borrowers’ loans

By Susan Edmunds, Money Correspondent, RNZ Interest rates might be dropping, but borrowers still need to prove they can pay back their…

Aotea Community Health Trustee Leonie Howie with donated dental equipment. Photo / RNZ / Luka Forman

Community News

Great Barrier Island Secures First Dentist in 8 Years

After an eight-year wait, the Great Barrier Island community is finally celebrating the arrival of a new dentist. “We are ecstatic to…

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…

Anamata (The Tip Shop). Photo/ Facebook

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…

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…

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…

Masonry - Full Width - 4 Columns - Page 2

Environment & Ecology

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

Anamata (The Tip Shop). Photo/ Facebook

Kaitoke School Takes Step Towards Charter School Status – News Roundup

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

Volunteers Needed for Coastal Health Survey

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

Community News

Great Barrier Island Braces for Speed Limit Shake-up

A lone Norway Rat on Motutapu Island has been tracked, and is believed to have been successfully eliminated by conservation teams (file photo). Photo / DOC / Rod Morris - Creative Commons

Environment & Ecology

Motutapu’s Rat Problem: Finally Solved (at a Cost)

Aotea Locals Help Rescue Critically Ill Sea Turtle on Ōkupe Beach

SeaLink ferry to Great Barrier Island: A costly voyage for islanders due to lack of subsidies and exemption from public transport regulations. Photo / Supplied

Community News

SeaLink Averts Strike, Reaches Tentative Agreement with Union

SeaLink ferry nearing Tryphena, Great Barrier Island (Aotea). Photo / GreatBarrier.co.nz

Community News

SeaLink Makes Pay Offer as Strike Looms, Negotiations Ongoing

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