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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

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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…

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

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…

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The magic of Aotea's night sky, a Travelers' Choice award-winning experience. Photo / Mark Russell

Environment

Aotea Shines with Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award

Great Barrier can celebrate another win for local tourism with Good Heavens, the island’s renowned dark sky experience, receiving the prestigious 2024…