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Record-Breaking Grommie Surf Comp Hits Awana Shores!

The annual ABC Grommie Surf Competition made waves this year, literally and figuratively, with a landmark event held for the…

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

Community News

Sky TV Fails Aotea as Landline Services Begin to Disappear

Residents of Aotea/Great Barrier Island have been left without Sky Television service for months, with repeated technician no-shows compounding the…

Property

Great Barrier Island Sees Surge in Luxury Property Demand

Great Barrier Island is increasingly being recognized as a prime destination for affluent buyers looking for secluded luxury, according to…

A crayfish lurks between rocks. Debate is intensifying over proposed quota increases and their impact on local marine life in the Hauraki Gulf. Photo / Jasus Edwards / CC

Environment

Controversy Swirls Around Crayfish Quota Increase

Conservation group LegaSea is raising concerns over a proposal by Fisheries New Zealand to increase commercial crayfish catch limits in…

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Community News

Record-Breaking Grommie Surf Comp Hits Awana Shores!

The annual ABC Grommie Surf Competition made waves this year, literally and figuratively, with a landmark event held for the first time at Awana Beach. Traditionally hosted at Medlands, the…

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

Community News

Sky TV Fails Aotea as Landline Services Begin to Disappear

Residents of Aotea/Great Barrier Island have been left without Sky Television service for months, with repeated technician no-shows compounding the frustration. The issue comes as telco infrastructure provider Chorus prepares…

Property

Great Barrier Island Sees Surge in Luxury Property Demand

Great Barrier Island is increasingly being recognized as a prime destination for affluent buyers looking for secluded luxury, according to a recent article by Australia’s leading property website, AllHomes.com.au. The…

A crayfish lurks between rocks. Debate is intensifying over proposed quota increases and their impact on local marine life in the Hauraki Gulf. Photo / Jasus Edwards / CC

Environment

Controversy Swirls Around Crayfish Quota Increase

Conservation group LegaSea is raising concerns over a proposal by Fisheries New Zealand to increase commercial crayfish catch limits in the CRA 2 region (including Aotea). This proposal covers the…

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Community News

Record-Breaking Grommie Surf Comp Hits Awana Shores!

The annual ABC Grommie Surf Competition made waves this year, literally and figuratively, with a landmark event held for the first time at Awana Beach. Traditionally hosted at Medlands, the change of scenery proved a resounding success, adding to an…

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

Community News

Sky TV Fails Aotea as Landline Services Begin to Disappear

Residents of Aotea/Great Barrier Island have been left without Sky Television service for months, with repeated technician no-shows compounding the frustration. The issue comes as telco infrastructure provider Chorus prepares to withdraw landline phone services across the island over the…

Property

Great Barrier Island Sees Surge in Luxury Property Demand

Great Barrier Island is increasingly being recognized as a prime destination for affluent buyers looking for secluded luxury, according to a recent article by Australia’s leading property website, AllHomes.com.au. The article highlights a growing trend among the rich and famous…

A crayfish lurks between rocks. Debate is intensifying over proposed quota increases and their impact on local marine life in the Hauraki Gulf. Photo / Jasus Edwards / CC

Environment

Controversy Swirls Around Crayfish Quota Increase

Conservation group LegaSea is raising concerns over a proposal by Fisheries New Zealand to increase commercial crayfish catch limits in the CRA 2 region (including Aotea). This proposal covers the northeast coast of New Zealand from Te Arai Point to…

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Community News

Record-Breaking Grommie Surf Comp Hits Awana Shores!

The annual ABC Grommie Surf Competition made waves this year, literally and figuratively, with a landmark event held for the first time at Awana Beach. Traditionally hosted at Medlands, the change of scenery proved a resounding success, adding to an…

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

Community News

Sky TV Fails Aotea as Landline Services Begin to Disappear

Residents of Aotea/Great Barrier Island have been left without Sky Television service for months, with repeated technician no-shows compounding the frustration. The issue comes as telco infrastructure provider Chorus prepares to withdraw landline phone services across the island over the…

Property

Great Barrier Island Sees Surge in Luxury Property Demand

Great Barrier Island is increasingly being recognized as a prime destination for affluent buyers looking for secluded luxury, according to a recent article by Australia’s leading property website, AllHomes.com.au. The article highlights a growing trend among the rich and famous…

A crayfish lurks between rocks. Debate is intensifying over proposed quota increases and their impact on local marine life in the Hauraki Gulf. Photo / Jasus Edwards / CC

Environment

Controversy Swirls Around Crayfish Quota Increase

Conservation group LegaSea is raising concerns over a proposal by Fisheries New Zealand to increase commercial crayfish catch limits in the CRA 2 region (including Aotea). This proposal covers the northeast coast of New Zealand from Te Arai Point to…

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Community News

Record-Breaking Grommie Surf Comp Hits Awana Shores!

The annual ABC Grommie Surf Competition made waves this year, literally and figuratively, with a landmark event held for the first time at Awana Beach. Traditionally hosted at…

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

Community News

Sky TV Fails Aotea as Landline Services Begin to Disappear

Residents of Aotea/Great Barrier Island have been left without Sky Television service for months, with repeated technician no-shows compounding the…

Property

Great Barrier Island Sees Surge in Luxury Property Demand

Great Barrier Island is increasingly being recognized as a prime destination for affluent buyers looking for secluded luxury, according to…

A crayfish lurks between rocks. Debate is intensifying over proposed quota increases and their impact on local marine life in the Hauraki Gulf. Photo / Jasus Edwards / CC

Environment

Controversy Swirls Around Crayfish Quota Increase

Conservation group LegaSea is raising concerns over a proposal by Fisheries New Zealand to increase commercial crayfish catch limits in…

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Community News

Record-Breaking Grommie Surf Comp Hits Awana Shores!

The annual ABC Grommie Surf Competition made waves this year, literally and figuratively, with a landmark event held for the first time at Awana…

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

Community News

Sky TV Fails Aotea as Landline Services Begin to Disappear

Residents of Aotea/Great Barrier Island have been left without Sky Television service for months, with repeated technician no-shows compounding the…

Property

Great Barrier Island Sees Surge in Luxury Property Demand

Great Barrier Island is increasingly being recognized as a prime destination for affluent buyers looking for secluded luxury, according to…

A crayfish lurks between rocks. Debate is intensifying over proposed quota increases and their impact on local marine life in the Hauraki Gulf. Photo / Jasus Edwards / CC

Environment

Controversy Swirls Around Crayfish Quota Increase

Conservation group LegaSea is raising concerns over a proposal by Fisheries New Zealand to increase commercial crayfish catch limits in…

List - Alternative - Full Width - Page 53

Community News

Record-Breaking Grommie Surf Comp Hits Awana Shores!

The annual ABC Grommie Surf Competition made waves this year, literally and figuratively, with a landmark event held for the first time at Awana Beach. Traditionally hosted at Medlands, the change of scenery proved a resounding success, adding to an…

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

Community News

Sky TV Fails Aotea as Landline Services Begin to Disappear

Residents of Aotea/Great Barrier Island have been left without Sky Television service for months, with repeated technician no-shows compounding the frustration. The issue comes as telco infrastructure provider Chorus prepares…

Property

Great Barrier Island Sees Surge in Luxury Property Demand

Great Barrier Island is increasingly being recognized as a prime destination for affluent buyers looking for secluded luxury, according to a recent article by Australia’s leading property website, AllHomes.com.au. The…

A crayfish lurks between rocks. Debate is intensifying over proposed quota increases and their impact on local marine life in the Hauraki Gulf. Photo / Jasus Edwards / CC

Environment

Controversy Swirls Around Crayfish Quota Increase

Conservation group LegaSea is raising concerns over a proposal by Fisheries New Zealand to increase commercial crayfish catch limits in the CRA 2 region (including Aotea). This proposal covers the…

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Community News

Record-Breaking Grommie Surf Comp Hits Awana Shores!

The annual ABC Grommie Surf Competition made waves this year, literally and figuratively, with a landmark event held for the first time…

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

Community News

Sky TV Fails Aotea as Landline Services Begin to Disappear

Residents of Aotea/Great Barrier Island have been left without Sky Television service for months, with repeated technician no-shows compounding the frustration. The…

Property

Great Barrier Island Sees Surge in Luxury Property Demand

Great Barrier Island is increasingly being recognized as a prime destination for affluent buyers looking for secluded luxury, according to a recent…

A crayfish lurks between rocks. Debate is intensifying over proposed quota increases and their impact on local marine life in the Hauraki Gulf. Photo / Jasus Edwards / CC

Environment

Controversy Swirls Around Crayfish Quota Increase

Conservation group LegaSea is raising concerns over a proposal by Fisheries New Zealand to increase commercial crayfish catch limits in the CRA…

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New Park & Ride: The Puhinui Road facility eases congestion for Auckland Airport travellers from the south. Photo / Supplied

Community News

New Park & Ride Opens on Auckland Airport’s Southern Access Road, Easing Congestion Woes

Great news for Barrier Air passengers from South Auckland and beyond! If you’ve been caught in the traffic nightmare around Auckland Airport,…

Photo / Angus Dreaver / RNZ

Government to Resume Oil and Gas Exploration

Photo / Angus Dreaver / RNZ The Government will reverse its ban on oil and gas exploration, Minister for Resources Shane Jones…

Photo / AoteaGBI.news

Property

Interest Rate Cuts Predicted as Property Values Stabilize

By Kymberlee Gomes, Digital journalist Analysis – Investors are capitalising on low property prices, and a major bank is predicting when interest rates will…

Live Ocean founders Blair Tuke and Peter Burling are diving headfirst into World Ocean Day, encouraging Kiwis to take the plunge and make a splash for ocean conservation. Photo / Live Ocean

Environment

Winter Dip for a Brighter Ocean Future

Live Ocean founders Blair Tuke and Peter Burling are diving headfirst into World Ocean Day, encouraging Kiwis to take the plunge and…

Phil Spencer explores New Zealand's architectural treasures in his new series, 'NZ’s Best Homes with Phil Spencer.' Photo / TVNZ

Phil Spencer to Wrap NZ Series with Aotea Architectural Marvel

Phil Spencer explores New Zealand’s architectural treasures in his new series, ‘NZ’s Best Homes with Phil Spencer.’ Photo / TVNZ Phil Spencer,…

The mysterious Mark 1 Smart battery prototype, seen being fabricated in a video on the Aotea Energy website. Set to be produced by Aotea Energy in late 2024, it will be released on Aotea first. Photo / AoteaEnergy.com

Tama Toki’s Electrifying New Mission: From Rongoā to Renewable Energy

The mysterious Mark 1 Smart battery prototype, seen being fabricated in a video on the Aotea Energy website. Set to be produced…

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Community News

Kaitoke School’s Pump Track: Community’s Tribute to Levi Takes Shape

Kaitoke School is buzzing with activity as construction of the highly anticipated Levi Golaboski Memorial Bike and Pump Track gains momentum. “The workmanship, quality, and generosity of our…

Great Barrier's Medlands white sand beach with New Zealand native toi toi fauna and mountain view. Photo / Mark Russell

Barrier Flashbacks

Fishing Tales from Great Barrier Island

This fishing tale, recounted by Fred Medland, vividly captures the essence of fishing adventures and life on Great Barrier Island between the…

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 Announces Resident Discounts, Opens Christmas Bookings

SeaLink has unveiled a new resident discount program for Great Barrier Island, offering a 20% reduction on retail bookings for certain fare…

Adele Robertson: A lifetime of empowering women through home births on Great Barrier Island.

Barrier Flashbacks

Life as a nurse and midwife on remote Great Barrier Island

This story was originally published December 26, 2022 and is republished here with permission from the Kay Stowell Archive. In this piece,…

View of Claris Airport Carpark: The Focus of Auckland Transport's New $40,000 Surveillance Project

Community News

Parking Cameras Coming to Claris Airport

Auckland Transport is gearing up to drop a staggering $40,000 on installing parking infringement cameras at Claris Airport. The high-tech surveillance system…

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Community News

Kaitoke School’s Pump Track: Community’s Tribute to Levi Takes Shape

Kaitoke School is buzzing with activity as construction of the highly anticipated Levi Golaboski Memorial Bike and Pump Track gains momentum. “The workmanship, quality,…

Great Barrier's Medlands white sand beach with New Zealand native toi toi fauna and mountain view. Photo / Mark Russell

Barrier Flashbacks

Fishing Tales from Great Barrier Island

This fishing tale, recounted by Fred Medland, vividly captures the essence of fishing adventures and life on Great Barrier Island between the…

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 Announces Resident Discounts, Opens Christmas Bookings

SeaLink has unveiled a new resident discount program for Great Barrier Island, offering a 20% reduction on retail bookings for certain fare…

Adele Robertson: A lifetime of empowering women through home births on Great Barrier Island.

Barrier Flashbacks

Life as a nurse and midwife on remote Great Barrier Island

This story was originally published December 26, 2022 and is republished here with permission from the Kay Stowell Archive. In this piece,…

View of Claris Airport Carpark: The Focus of Auckland Transport's New $40,000 Surveillance Project

Community News

Parking Cameras Coming to Claris Airport

Auckland Transport is gearing up to drop a staggering $40,000 on installing parking infringement cameras at Claris Airport. The high-tech surveillance system…

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Red Helicopter against a blue sky. Isaac benhesed / Unsplashed

Community News

Bid to Ban Chopper Pads Across Much of Gulf Islands

Helipads in Auckland Councillor's Crosshairs: A Move to Ban Them in Residential Areas

Photo by Sebastian Pena Lambarri

8 ways that stopping overfishing will promote biodiversity and help address climate change

By Rashid Sumaila, University of British Columbia Amid the escalating threats of a warming world, and with the latest annual United Nations…

David Gapes (right) near the pirate radio ship Tiri aground on Great Barrier Island. Photo / Herald Historic Archive

Radio Hauraki Pioneer David Gapes Dies

David Gapes (right) near the pirate radio ship Tiri aground on Great Barrier Island. Photo / NZME David Gapes, a key figure…

Scientists have discovered never-before-seen deep reefs in the Hauraki Gulf. Photo / DoC / Supplied

Mapping the Mysteries of the Hauraki Gulf

Scientists from the Department of Conservation (DoC) and Te Herenga Waka-Victoria University of Wellington have undertaken an ambitious project to map some…

Community Spirit: The Aotea Growers & Makers Market at Claris Centre, a showcase of Great Barrier Island's finest local produce, crafts, and culinary delights. Photo / Manaaki Media

IsleStyle

Aotea Pride: Growers & Makers Market Showcases Local Splendor

Community Spirit: The Aotea Growers & Makers Market at Claris Centre, a showcase of Great Barrier Island’s finest local produce, crafts, and…

Freshly exposed bedrock at the terminus of Brewster Glacier in March 2023. Andrew Lorrey, CC BY-SA

Frozen in time: old paintings and new photographs reveal some NZ glaciers may soon be extinct

By Andrew Lorrey, National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research; George Hook, Canterbury Museum; Lauren Vargo, Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University…

The bach on Aotea Road, on Great Barrier Island, attracted strong buyer interest when it hit the market last year. Photo / Supplied

From Orcas to Ownership: Iconic Awana Bay Beach House Sells After Whale Encounter

The iconic cedar beach house perched overlooking Awana Bay has been sold. Known for its expansive views across one of New Zealand’s…

Aotea Great Barrier Island is buzzing with anticipation as Kaitoke School embarks on an ambitious project to construct a state-of-the-art pump track, set to be a beacon for cycling enthusiasts and a heartfelt tribute to a cherished student, Levi Golaboski.

Community News

Levi’s Legacy: Kaitoke School Launches Commemorative Pump Track Fundraiser

Kaitoke School is buzzing with anticipation as it embarks on an ambitious project to construct a state-of-the-art pump track, set to be a beast for cycling enthusiasts and a heartfelt tribute to a cherished student, Levi Golaboski.

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New Park & Ride: The Puhinui Road facility eases congestion for Auckland Airport travellers from the south. Photo / Supplied

Community News

New Park & Ride Opens on Auckland Airport’s Southern Access Road, Easing Congestion Woes

Great news for Barrier Air passengers from South Auckland and beyond! If you’ve been caught in the traffic nightmare around Auckland Airport,…

Photo / Angus Dreaver / RNZ

Government to Resume Oil and Gas Exploration

Photo / Angus Dreaver / RNZ The Government will reverse its ban on oil and gas exploration, Minister for Resources Shane Jones…

Photo / AoteaGBI.news

Property

Interest Rate Cuts Predicted as Property Values Stabilize

By Kymberlee Gomes, Digital journalist Analysis – Investors are capitalising on low property prices, and a major bank is predicting when interest rates will…

Live Ocean founders Blair Tuke and Peter Burling are diving headfirst into World Ocean Day, encouraging Kiwis to take the plunge and make a splash for ocean conservation. Photo / Live Ocean

Environment

Winter Dip for a Brighter Ocean Future

Live Ocean founders Blair Tuke and Peter Burling are diving headfirst into World Ocean Day, encouraging Kiwis to take the plunge and…

Phil Spencer explores New Zealand's architectural treasures in his new series, 'NZ’s Best Homes with Phil Spencer.' Photo / TVNZ

Phil Spencer to Wrap NZ Series with Aotea Architectural Marvel

Phil Spencer explores New Zealand’s architectural treasures in his new series, ‘NZ’s Best Homes with Phil Spencer.’ Photo / TVNZ Phil Spencer,…

The mysterious Mark 1 Smart battery prototype, seen being fabricated in a video on the Aotea Energy website. Set to be produced by Aotea Energy in late 2024, it will be released on Aotea first. Photo / AoteaEnergy.com

Tama Toki’s Electrifying New Mission: From Rongoā to Renewable Energy

The mysterious Mark 1 Smart battery prototype, seen being fabricated in a video on the Aotea Energy website. Set to be produced…

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Community News

Record-Breaking Grommie Surf Comp Hits Awana Shores!

The annual ABC Grommie Surf Competition made waves this year, literally and figuratively, with a landmark event held for the first time…

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

Community News

Sky TV Fails Aotea as Landline Services Begin to Disappear

Residents of Aotea/Great Barrier Island have been left without Sky Television service for months, with repeated technician no-shows compounding the frustration. The…

Property

Great Barrier Island Sees Surge in Luxury Property Demand

Great Barrier Island is increasingly being recognized as a prime destination for affluent buyers looking for secluded luxury, according to a recent…

A crayfish lurks between rocks. Debate is intensifying over proposed quota increases and their impact on local marine life in the Hauraki Gulf. Photo / Jasus Edwards / CC

Environment

Controversy Swirls Around Crayfish Quota Increase

Conservation group LegaSea is raising concerns over a proposal by Fisheries New Zealand to increase commercial crayfish catch limits in the CRA…

Masonry - Full Width - 3 Columns - Page 53

New Park & Ride: The Puhinui Road facility eases congestion for Auckland Airport travellers from the south. Photo / Supplied

Community News

New Park & Ride Opens on Auckland Airport’s Southern Access Road, Easing Congestion Woes

Great news for Barrier Air passengers from South Auckland and beyond! If you’ve been caught in the traffic nightmare around Auckland Airport,…

Photo / Angus Dreaver / RNZ

Government to Resume Oil and Gas Exploration

Photo / Angus Dreaver / RNZ The Government will reverse its ban on oil and gas exploration, Minister for Resources Shane Jones…

Photo / AoteaGBI.news

Property

Interest Rate Cuts Predicted as Property Values Stabilize

By Kymberlee Gomes, Digital journalist Analysis – Investors are capitalising on low property prices, and a major bank is predicting when interest rates will…

Live Ocean founders Blair Tuke and Peter Burling are diving headfirst into World Ocean Day, encouraging Kiwis to take the plunge and make a splash for ocean conservation. Photo / Live Ocean

Environment

Winter Dip for a Brighter Ocean Future

Live Ocean founders Blair Tuke and Peter Burling are diving headfirst into World Ocean Day, encouraging Kiwis to take the plunge and…

Phil Spencer explores New Zealand's architectural treasures in his new series, 'NZ’s Best Homes with Phil Spencer.' Photo / TVNZ

Phil Spencer to Wrap NZ Series with Aotea Architectural Marvel

Phil Spencer explores New Zealand’s architectural treasures in his new series, ‘NZ’s Best Homes with Phil Spencer.’ Photo / TVNZ Phil Spencer,…

The mysterious Mark 1 Smart battery prototype, seen being fabricated in a video on the Aotea Energy website. Set to be produced by Aotea Energy in late 2024, it will be released on Aotea first. Photo / AoteaEnergy.com

Tama Toki’s Electrifying New Mission: From Rongoā to Renewable Energy

The mysterious Mark 1 Smart battery prototype, seen being fabricated in a video on the Aotea Energy website. Set to be produced…

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