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Experimental UV light unit deployed on the seafloor at Rakino Island, designed to target invasive Caulerpa species with intense ultraviolet light. Photo / University of Auckland

UV Light Offers Promise for Some Caulerpa, Uncertain Impact for Aotea

Ultraviolet light is used to make drinking water safe, zap bugs, and reveal blood spatter at crime scenes. Now, a team from the University of Auckland is exploring whether it could also help preserve New Zealand’s kaimoana and boatie way…

The well-camouflaged eggs of the NZ dotterel, nestled safely in the sands of Oruawharo Medlands.

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Oruawharo Medlands Ecovision – Protecting NZ Dotterels During Nesting Season Oruawharo Medlands Ecovision remind us that it’s nesting time for the NZ dotterels, a bird rarer than some kiwi species. These birds lay their eggs in well-camouflaged nests on the…

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

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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…

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A school of parore fish swim alongside mussels growing at a farm in New Zealand Photo / Lucy Underwood / University of Auckland

Mussel and Seaweed Farming in Hauraki Gulf Boosts Fish Populations, Study Shows

Mussel and seaweed farming in the Hauraki Gulf can increase wild fish populations and boost diversity, according to new research. A project…

The cutting-edge VS-9 is currently undergoing testing in the Hauraki Gulf and will be fitted with a cabin top once trials are complete. Photo / Supplied

Cutting-Edge Electric Hydrofoiling Ferry Hits the Hauraki Gulf

Fullers' latest ferry technology could reduce the journey to Great Barrier Island to under two hours.

Te Kura O Okiwi. Photo via Auckland Council

Community News

Barrier Schools Face Learning Support Crisis – NZEI

Rural school principals across New Zealand, including those on Great Barrier Island, are facing a dire shortage of learning support specialists, warns…

Golden Rose, Adrift, Ashore. Photo / Supplied

Community News

Ferry Adrift, Trees Down: Storm Unleashes Fury on Aotea

Aotea/Great Barrier Island residents are rallying together and picking up the pieces today after a ferocious storm ripped through the motu over…

Crayfish pots aboard the Crusader. Photo / Toitū Fishing NZ

Environment

MPI Justifies Controversial Crayfishing Permits, Accepts Consultation Failures

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has defended its controversial decision to permit commercial fishing within Controlled Area Notice (CAN) regions on…