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Mike Lee is advocating for pragmatic progress with a commitment to preserve the region's environment and community rights. Photo / NZME

Politics

Lee Supports Deregulation with a Twist: Advocates for Enhanced Eco Protections

Mike Lee is advocating for pragmatic progress with a commitment to preserve the region’s environment and community rights. Photo / NZME In the heated debate surrounding Auckland Council’s stance on the government’s controversial RMA Fast-Track Approvals Bill, Councillor for Waitematā…

Nature's Bounty: A Lush Edible Garden Flourishes Under a Canopy of Citrus Trees. Photo / Milkwood

Grow Wild: Unleashing Aotea’s Potential with Edible Forests

Photo / Milkwood On Aotea we’re constantly exploring ways to live more sustainably and harmoniously with our surroundings. One method, which promises to enhance our self-sufficiency and support local ecosystems, is the establishment of edible forest gardens. Why an Edible…

Environment & Ecology

Climate Change Uncorks New Wine Flavours

The far-reaching consequences of climate change inevitably include the production of foods and beverages, including wine.

Economic Waves: The Triple Tax Surge Set to Hit Great Barrier Island's Shores. Photo / Tātaki Auckland Unlimited

Community News

Steering Group Kicks Off Amid Tensions Over Tourism Tapering Plan

Photo / Mark Russell The new steering committee for Aotea, Great Barrier Island’s Destination Management Plan (DMP) convened Wednesday, initiating a dialogue on the future of tourism on the island. The group, comprising airline representatives, tour operators, small businesses, and…

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With their vigorous growth and ability to tolerate sandy soil, passionfruits grow great on Aotea. Photo / Paul Munhoven / CC

Community News

Island Eats: What Grows Best on The Barrier

As residents of our unique community, we are fortunate to have the opportunity to grow our own fruits, vegetables, and even explore…

In a touching tribute, Aotea's surfers gathered at Medland's for a paddle out at 2 pm, as Mike's journey from the island took flight for the last time. Photo / Facebook

Community News

Community Mourns the Loss of Beloved Local Legend, Mike Brown

In a touching tribute, Aotea’s surfers gathered at Medland’s for a paddle out at 2 pm, as Mike’s journey from the island…

Venus and Starlink Satellites. Photo / Mike Lewinski / Creative Commons

Technology

The Best Internet on Great Barrier Island (Aotea)

From Pigeon Post to Stellar Satellite Internet.

'Terrifying!' paddle boarder's close encounter with playful orca, near Great Barrier Island, NZ. Photo / Abigail Florence

Community News

Paddle boarder’s ‘terrifying’ Orca encounter at Shoal Bay

In an extraordinary display of wildlife ft. human interaction at Shoal Bay, Great Barrier Island, a paddle boarder had a once-in-a-lifetime encounter…