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Great Barrier Island Named a Top 10 Destination by Stuff.co.nz

Great Barrier Island has been recognized as one of the top 10 destinations to visit in New Zealand in 2025…

Community Strength in Action: Volunteers unite for a clean-up day at Anamata, restoring hope and order after the unexpected fire.

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Community Efforts Restore Anamata Post-Fire

This week, the resilience of the Great Barrier Island community shone through as a large number of locals and visitors…

Te Aranui Carston. Photo / GiveALittle

Community News

Crowdfunding Campaign Launched to Support Family After Tragic Death on Great Barrier Island

A crowdfunding campaign has been launched to support the family of a woman who passed away unexpectedly on Great Barrier…

Aotea Army in action: Volunteers from the community work together during a working bee day at Kate Langford's home, demonstrating the power of collective effort in transforming and beautifying local spaces.

Community News

Christmas Community News Wrap

Aotea Army Brings Cheer to Kate Langford In another display of the generous spirit that defines our community, the Aotea…

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Environment

Great Barrier Island Named a Top 10 Destination by Stuff.co.nz

Great Barrier Island has been recognized as one of the top 10 destinations to visit in New Zealand in 2025 by Stuff.co.nz. The accolade, which draws on insights from US-based…

Community Strength in Action: Volunteers unite for a clean-up day at Anamata, restoring hope and order after the unexpected fire.

Community News

Community Efforts Restore Anamata Post-Fire

This week, the resilience of the Great Barrier Island community shone through as a large number of locals and visitors joined forces to support Anamata Recycling following a devastating fire.…

Te Aranui Carston. Photo / GiveALittle

Community News

Crowdfunding Campaign Launched to Support Family After Tragic Death on Great Barrier Island

A crowdfunding campaign has been launched to support the family of a woman who passed away unexpectedly on Great Barrier Island, just days after Christmas. The campaign, hosted on Givealittle,…

Aotea Army in action: Volunteers from the community work together during a working bee day at Kate Langford's home, demonstrating the power of collective effort in transforming and beautifying local spaces.

Community News

Christmas Community News Wrap

Aotea Army Brings Cheer to Kate Langford In another display of the generous spirit that defines our community, the Aotea Army, led by Leon Foster, organized a successful working bee…

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Environment

Great Barrier Island Named a Top 10 Destination by Stuff.co.nz

Great Barrier Island has been recognized as one of the top 10 destinations to visit in New Zealand in 2025 by Stuff.co.nz. The accolade, which draws on insights from US-based travel media brand Afar, highlights our island’s unique appeal and…

Community Strength in Action: Volunteers unite for a clean-up day at Anamata, restoring hope and order after the unexpected fire.

Community News

Community Efforts Restore Anamata Post-Fire

This week, the resilience of the Great Barrier Island community shone through as a large number of locals and visitors joined forces to support Anamata Recycling following a devastating fire. The fire, which broke out on Tuesday, December 17th, while…

Te Aranui Carston. Photo / GiveALittle

Community News

Crowdfunding Campaign Launched to Support Family After Tragic Death on Great Barrier Island

A crowdfunding campaign has been launched to support the family of a woman who passed away unexpectedly on Great Barrier Island, just days after Christmas. The campaign, hosted on Givealittle, aims to raise funds to cover funeral expenses, travel costs,…

Aotea Army in action: Volunteers from the community work together during a working bee day at Kate Langford's home, demonstrating the power of collective effort in transforming and beautifying local spaces.

Community News

Christmas Community News Wrap

Aotea Army Brings Cheer to Kate Langford In another display of the generous spirit that defines our community, the Aotea Army, led by Leon Foster, organized a successful working bee at Kate Langford’s home last Sunday. Kate expressed her heartfelt…

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Environment

Great Barrier Island Named a Top 10 Destination by Stuff.co.nz

Great Barrier Island has been recognized as one of the top 10 destinations to visit in New Zealand in 2025 by Stuff.co.nz. The accolade, which draws on insights from US-based travel media brand Afar, highlights our island’s unique appeal and…

Community Strength in Action: Volunteers unite for a clean-up day at Anamata, restoring hope and order after the unexpected fire.

Community News

Community Efforts Restore Anamata Post-Fire

This week, the resilience of the Great Barrier Island community shone through as a large number of locals and visitors joined forces to support Anamata Recycling following a devastating fire. The fire, which broke out on Tuesday, December 17th, while…

Te Aranui Carston. Photo / GiveALittle

Community News

Crowdfunding Campaign Launched to Support Family After Tragic Death on Great Barrier Island

A crowdfunding campaign has been launched to support the family of a woman who passed away unexpectedly on Great Barrier Island, just days after Christmas. The campaign, hosted on Givealittle, aims to raise funds to cover funeral expenses, travel costs,…

Aotea Army in action: Volunteers from the community work together during a working bee day at Kate Langford's home, demonstrating the power of collective effort in transforming and beautifying local spaces.

Community News

Christmas Community News Wrap

Aotea Army Brings Cheer to Kate Langford In another display of the generous spirit that defines our community, the Aotea Army, led by Leon Foster, organized a successful working bee at Kate Langford’s home last Sunday. Kate expressed her heartfelt…

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Environment

Great Barrier Island Named a Top 10 Destination by Stuff.co.nz

Great Barrier Island has been recognized as one of the top 10 destinations to visit in New Zealand in 2025 by Stuff.co.nz. The accolade, which draws on insights…

Community Strength in Action: Volunteers unite for a clean-up day at Anamata, restoring hope and order after the unexpected fire.

Community News

Community Efforts Restore Anamata Post-Fire

This week, the resilience of the Great Barrier Island community shone through as a large number of locals and visitors…

Te Aranui Carston. Photo / GiveALittle

Community News

Crowdfunding Campaign Launched to Support Family After Tragic Death on Great Barrier Island

A crowdfunding campaign has been launched to support the family of a woman who passed away unexpectedly on Great Barrier…

Aotea Army in action: Volunteers from the community work together during a working bee day at Kate Langford's home, demonstrating the power of collective effort in transforming and beautifying local spaces.

Community News

Christmas Community News Wrap

Aotea Army Brings Cheer to Kate Langford In another display of the generous spirit that defines our community, the Aotea…

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Environment

Great Barrier Island Named a Top 10 Destination by Stuff.co.nz

Great Barrier Island has been recognized as one of the top 10 destinations to visit in New Zealand in 2025 by Stuff.co.nz. The accolade,…

Community Strength in Action: Volunteers unite for a clean-up day at Anamata, restoring hope and order after the unexpected fire.

Community News

Community Efforts Restore Anamata Post-Fire

This week, the resilience of the Great Barrier Island community shone through as a large number of locals and visitors…

Te Aranui Carston. Photo / GiveALittle

Community News

Crowdfunding Campaign Launched to Support Family After Tragic Death on Great Barrier Island

A crowdfunding campaign has been launched to support the family of a woman who passed away unexpectedly on Great Barrier…

Aotea Army in action: Volunteers from the community work together during a working bee day at Kate Langford's home, demonstrating the power of collective effort in transforming and beautifying local spaces.

Community News

Christmas Community News Wrap

Aotea Army Brings Cheer to Kate Langford In another display of the generous spirit that defines our community, the Aotea…

List - Alternative - Full Width - Page 59

Environment

Great Barrier Island Named a Top 10 Destination by Stuff.co.nz

Great Barrier Island has been recognized as one of the top 10 destinations to visit in New Zealand in 2025 by Stuff.co.nz. The accolade, which draws on insights from US-based travel media brand Afar, highlights our island’s unique appeal and…

Community Strength in Action: Volunteers unite for a clean-up day at Anamata, restoring hope and order after the unexpected fire.

Community News

Community Efforts Restore Anamata Post-Fire

This week, the resilience of the Great Barrier Island community shone through as a large number of locals and visitors joined forces to support Anamata Recycling following a devastating fire.…

Te Aranui Carston. Photo / GiveALittle

Community News

Crowdfunding Campaign Launched to Support Family After Tragic Death on Great Barrier Island

A crowdfunding campaign has been launched to support the family of a woman who passed away unexpectedly on Great Barrier Island, just days after Christmas. The campaign, hosted on Givealittle,…

Aotea Army in action: Volunteers from the community work together during a working bee day at Kate Langford's home, demonstrating the power of collective effort in transforming and beautifying local spaces.

Community News

Christmas Community News Wrap

Aotea Army Brings Cheer to Kate Langford In another display of the generous spirit that defines our community, the Aotea Army, led by Leon Foster, organized a successful working bee…

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Environment

Great Barrier Island Named a Top 10 Destination by Stuff.co.nz

Great Barrier Island has been recognized as one of the top 10 destinations to visit in New Zealand in 2025 by Stuff.co.nz.…

Community Strength in Action: Volunteers unite for a clean-up day at Anamata, restoring hope and order after the unexpected fire.

Community News

Community Efforts Restore Anamata Post-Fire

This week, the resilience of the Great Barrier Island community shone through as a large number of locals and visitors joined forces…

Te Aranui Carston. Photo / GiveALittle

Community News

Crowdfunding Campaign Launched to Support Family After Tragic Death on Great Barrier Island

A crowdfunding campaign has been launched to support the family of a woman who passed away unexpectedly on Great Barrier Island, just…

Aotea Army in action: Volunteers from the community work together during a working bee day at Kate Langford's home, demonstrating the power of collective effort in transforming and beautifying local spaces.

Community News

Christmas Community News Wrap

Aotea Army Brings Cheer to Kate Langford In another display of the generous spirit that defines our community, the Aotea Army, led…

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Previous seminars highlighted storytelling from authors, artists, and environmentalists with deep connections to the island. Photo / SIBI

Community News

Global Reach for Small Island Big Ideas in 2024

Previous seminars highlighted storytelling from authors, artists, and environmentalists with deep connections to the island. Photo / SIBI Small Island Big Ideas…

Local Heroine Aimee Jane-Brown Has Taken Home Queen of the Point Title at Raglan. Photo / @photocpl @surfingnz via Instagram

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Aimee-Jane Brown: Great Barrier Island’s Surfing Queen Reigns Supreme

Local Heroine Aimee Jane-Brown Has Taken Home the Queen of the Point Title at Raglan. Photo / @photocpl @surfingnz via Instagram Aimee…

Nanumea island, Tuvalu Photo / TCAP/UNDP / CC

Sea Law Ruling: NZ, Others Must Cut Emissions to Protect Small Island Nations

Nanumea island, Tuvalu. Photo / TCAP/UNDP / CC By Karen Scott, University of Canterbury In a significant development for small island nations…

Over ten cats have vanished on Aotea, Great Barrier Island, since the beginning of the year, sparking concern and scrutiny of local conservation efforts.

Missing Moggies: Conservation Efforts Not to Blame, Say Officials

The sudden disappearance of more than ten pet cats on Aotea, Great Barrier Island, since the beginning of the year has sparked…

Credit: Boston Public Library/ Unsplash

Extinct Duck’s DNA Reveals Epic Flight to New Zealand

Photo / Boston Public Library / Unsplash By Nic Rawlence, University of Otago and Alexander Verry, University of Otago Ask a bird…

Boaties caught red-handed: Police seized 21 Packhorse Crayfish, some undersized, from an 8.8m vessel off Great Barrier Island. Photo / NZ Police

Environment

Boaties Busted for Undersized Crays After Fleeing Police

A group of boaties felt the pinch over the weekend after Police caught up with them off the coast of Aotea. Sergeant…

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Andi Ross, Orla Cumisky, and Felicitas Weisbach: Aotea's Entrepreneurs. Photo / NZOA / Shepherdess

Aotea’s Commerce Queens: Thriving Off the Grid

Originally published on 22 January 2023, "Ngā Hononga - Common Threads" explores the lives of Orla Cumisky, Felicitas Weisbach, and Andi Ross, who have turned Aotea Great Barrier…

Surf's Up Again? Famous Whangapoua Surf Bar Could Make a Comeback. Photo / Auckland Council

Local Surfer Spearheads Effort to Restore Iconic Whangapoua Surf Bar

The once-thriving surf bar at Whangapoua, famous for its powerful waves and uncrowded breaks, has vanished, leaving local surfers longing for the…

Great Barrier Islander Ross McLachlan lost two teeth after being punched by an Auckland City official. Photo / Metro

Barrier Flashbacks

From Punches to Power Plays: Great Barrier Island’s Rocky Relations with Auckland Council

Before the influx of activists from distant shores, Barrier stood as a bastion of rugged independence. In those days, local farmers scraped…

Waii in her element — against the wild, open backdrop of Great Barrier Island, where Bumble Bee feels right at home. Photo / Waii Music

Bush Tracks: Waii ft. Wendell Park – Bumble Bee

There’s something hypnotic about Bumble Bee. It doesn’t hustle for attention, and it never raises its voice — but by the end,…

Serene sanctuary: A tranquil garden on Great Barrier Island, showcasing lush greenery and vibrant blooms. Photo / Great Barrier Island Garden Tours

Bloom with a View: Garden Tours Return for 2024

Aotea Great Barrier Island is set to flourish once again with the return of our much-loved Garden Tours. Scheduled for Saturday, November…

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Aotea’s Commerce Queens: Thriving Off the Grid

Originally published on 22 January 2023, "Ngā Hononga - Common Threads" explores the lives of Orla Cumisky, Felicitas Weisbach, and Andi Ross, who have…

Surf's Up Again? Famous Whangapoua Surf Bar Could Make a Comeback. Photo / Auckland Council

Local Surfer Spearheads Effort to Restore Iconic Whangapoua Surf Bar

The once-thriving surf bar at Whangapoua, famous for its powerful waves and uncrowded breaks, has vanished, leaving local surfers longing for the…

Great Barrier Islander Ross McLachlan lost two teeth after being punched by an Auckland City official. Photo / Metro

Barrier Flashbacks

From Punches to Power Plays: Great Barrier Island’s Rocky Relations with Auckland Council

Before the influx of activists from distant shores, Barrier stood as a bastion of rugged independence. In those days, local farmers scraped…

Waii in her element — against the wild, open backdrop of Great Barrier Island, where Bumble Bee feels right at home. Photo / Waii Music

Bush Tracks: Waii ft. Wendell Park – Bumble Bee

There’s something hypnotic about Bumble Bee. It doesn’t hustle for attention, and it never raises its voice — but by the end,…

Serene sanctuary: A tranquil garden on Great Barrier Island, showcasing lush greenery and vibrant blooms. Photo / Great Barrier Island Garden Tours

Bloom with a View: Garden Tours Return for 2024

Aotea Great Barrier Island is set to flourish once again with the return of our much-loved Garden Tours. Scheduled for Saturday, November…

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Wildfire researchers at Scion say fire conditions are worsening and there are more extreme fire days each year. Photo / Scion via RNZ

Environment

Summer Returns, So Too the Fire Risk

Wildfire researchers at Scion say fire conditions are worsening and there are more extreme fire days each year. Photo / Scion By Katie Kenny, RNZ Last summer seemed to be dominated by flooding but this year, fires are making headlines. A state…

NZ Slides in Global Corruption Index

By Matevz (Matt) Raskovic, Auckland University of Technology In 2010, then US secretary of state Hillary Clinton famously described New Zealand as…

An early-1900s electric automobile with a mercury arc rectifier, once used to charge EVs. Photo / Museum of Innovation and Science

You are watching the death of the electric car (again)

It's like déjà vu in the world of wheels. The electric vehicle market, is hitting the skids.

The Great Barrier Island local board will be hosting a free workshop titled 'Addiction 101' on Friday, March 1st, from 9am to 4:30pm at the Claris Conference Centre, 19 Whangaparapara Road.

IsleStyle

Free ‘Addiction 101’ Workshop Coming to Great Barrier/ Aotea

In a bid to foster a deeper understanding of addiction and recovery, the Great Barrier Island local board will be hosting a…

This bright-green invasive caulerpa seaweed is smothering the delicate marine ecosystem on Great Barrier Island. Photo / Glenn Edney

Suction Dredging Trial to Target Caulerpa

Suction dredging is about to begin in a battle against the highly invasive caulerpa seaweed taking hold at Aotea, Great Barrier Island.

Photo / Sunergise, Aotea Great Barrier Island Local Board.

Can you charge an EV with solar panels?

In the wake of petrol prices on the Barrier soaring to a record $4.15 per litre, the highest in the country, the…

Hauraki Gulf from Rangitoto Island. Photo / Mike Locke / CC

DOC Ramps Up Patrols to Enforce Dog Bans on Pest-Free Hauraki Gulf Islands

Department of Conservation (DOC) officials are stepping up patrols in response to an increase in reports of dogs on the pest-free islands…

IsleStyle

Tropical Fruit Growing Workshops Look Set For Island

Islanders eager to diversify their gardening skills have a unique opportunity coming up this March. Hugh Rose, the Chair of New Zealand Tropical Fruit Growers, is planning to host workshops focused on growing tropical fruits such as bananas and pineapples…

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Previous seminars highlighted storytelling from authors, artists, and environmentalists with deep connections to the island. Photo / SIBI

Community News

Global Reach for Small Island Big Ideas in 2024

Previous seminars highlighted storytelling from authors, artists, and environmentalists with deep connections to the island. Photo / SIBI Small Island Big Ideas…

Local Heroine Aimee Jane-Brown Has Taken Home Queen of the Point Title at Raglan. Photo / @photocpl @surfingnz via Instagram

Community News

Aimee-Jane Brown: Great Barrier Island’s Surfing Queen Reigns Supreme

Local Heroine Aimee Jane-Brown Has Taken Home the Queen of the Point Title at Raglan. Photo / @photocpl @surfingnz via Instagram Aimee…

Nanumea island, Tuvalu Photo / TCAP/UNDP / CC

Sea Law Ruling: NZ, Others Must Cut Emissions to Protect Small Island Nations

Nanumea island, Tuvalu. Photo / TCAP/UNDP / CC By Karen Scott, University of Canterbury In a significant development for small island nations…

Over ten cats have vanished on Aotea, Great Barrier Island, since the beginning of the year, sparking concern and scrutiny of local conservation efforts.

Missing Moggies: Conservation Efforts Not to Blame, Say Officials

The sudden disappearance of more than ten pet cats on Aotea, Great Barrier Island, since the beginning of the year has sparked…

Credit: Boston Public Library/ Unsplash

Extinct Duck’s DNA Reveals Epic Flight to New Zealand

Photo / Boston Public Library / Unsplash By Nic Rawlence, University of Otago and Alexander Verry, University of Otago Ask a bird…

Boaties caught red-handed: Police seized 21 Packhorse Crayfish, some undersized, from an 8.8m vessel off Great Barrier Island. Photo / NZ Police

Environment

Boaties Busted for Undersized Crays After Fleeing Police

A group of boaties felt the pinch over the weekend after Police caught up with them off the coast of Aotea. Sergeant…

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Environment

Great Barrier Island Named a Top 10 Destination by Stuff.co.nz

Great Barrier Island has been recognized as one of the top 10 destinations to visit in New Zealand in 2025 by Stuff.co.nz.…

Community Strength in Action: Volunteers unite for a clean-up day at Anamata, restoring hope and order after the unexpected fire.

Community News

Community Efforts Restore Anamata Post-Fire

This week, the resilience of the Great Barrier Island community shone through as a large number of locals and visitors joined forces…

Te Aranui Carston. Photo / GiveALittle

Community News

Crowdfunding Campaign Launched to Support Family After Tragic Death on Great Barrier Island

A crowdfunding campaign has been launched to support the family of a woman who passed away unexpectedly on Great Barrier Island, just…

Aotea Army in action: Volunteers from the community work together during a working bee day at Kate Langford's home, demonstrating the power of collective effort in transforming and beautifying local spaces.

Community News

Christmas Community News Wrap

Aotea Army Brings Cheer to Kate Langford In another display of the generous spirit that defines our community, the Aotea Army, led…

Masonry - Full Width - 3 Columns - Page 59

Previous seminars highlighted storytelling from authors, artists, and environmentalists with deep connections to the island. Photo / SIBI

Community News

Global Reach for Small Island Big Ideas in 2024

Previous seminars highlighted storytelling from authors, artists, and environmentalists with deep connections to the island. Photo / SIBI Small Island Big Ideas…

Local Heroine Aimee Jane-Brown Has Taken Home Queen of the Point Title at Raglan. Photo / @photocpl @surfingnz via Instagram

Community News

Aimee-Jane Brown: Great Barrier Island’s Surfing Queen Reigns Supreme

Local Heroine Aimee Jane-Brown Has Taken Home the Queen of the Point Title at Raglan. Photo / @photocpl @surfingnz via Instagram Aimee…

Nanumea island, Tuvalu Photo / TCAP/UNDP / CC

Sea Law Ruling: NZ, Others Must Cut Emissions to Protect Small Island Nations

Nanumea island, Tuvalu. Photo / TCAP/UNDP / CC By Karen Scott, University of Canterbury In a significant development for small island nations…

Over ten cats have vanished on Aotea, Great Barrier Island, since the beginning of the year, sparking concern and scrutiny of local conservation efforts.

Missing Moggies: Conservation Efforts Not to Blame, Say Officials

The sudden disappearance of more than ten pet cats on Aotea, Great Barrier Island, since the beginning of the year has sparked…

Credit: Boston Public Library/ Unsplash

Extinct Duck’s DNA Reveals Epic Flight to New Zealand

Photo / Boston Public Library / Unsplash By Nic Rawlence, University of Otago and Alexander Verry, University of Otago Ask a bird…

Boaties caught red-handed: Police seized 21 Packhorse Crayfish, some undersized, from an 8.8m vessel off Great Barrier Island. Photo / NZ Police

Environment

Boaties Busted for Undersized Crays After Fleeing Police

A group of boaties felt the pinch over the weekend after Police caught up with them off the coast of Aotea. Sergeant…

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