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The Pleiades constellation, known as Matariki in Te Reo, ushers in the Māori New Year. Photo / Martin Heigan / CC

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Matariki Celebrations Set to Shine on Aotea on Friday

The Pleiades constellation, known as Matariki in Te Reo, ushers in the Māori New Year. Photo / Martin Heigan /…

Guilt-Free Goodness: Enjoy your flat whites and lattes in new earth-friendly cups at Mulberry Grove. Photo / Mulberry Grove Store

Environment

End of Disposable Coffee Cup Ban

New compostable cups at Mulberry Grove offer alternative to controversial ban.

25 Years of Windy Hill. Photo / AoteaGBI.news

Windy Hill’s 25-Year Journey: From Humble Beginnings to Island Haven

Each month, Judy Gilbert, founding Trustee and voluntary manager of the Windy Hill Wildlife Sanctuary, shares a summary of the…

No consent, no problem? 60sqm cabins could be built without red tape, easing the Barrier's housing crunch. Photo / Eric Petschek

Barrier Building Bonanza? Granny Flat Reforms Could Slash Costs Amidst Housing Crisis

No consent, no problem? 60sqm cabins could be built without red tape, easing the Barrier’s housing crunch. Photo / Eric…

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The Pleiades constellation, known as Matariki in Te Reo, ushers in the Māori New Year. Photo / Martin Heigan / CC

Community News

Matariki Celebrations Set to Shine on Aotea on Friday

The Pleiades constellation, known as Matariki in Te Reo, ushers in the Māori New Year. Photo / Martin Heigan / CC On Friday, Aotea will come alive with the spirit…

Guilt-Free Goodness: Enjoy your flat whites and lattes in new earth-friendly cups at Mulberry Grove. Photo / Mulberry Grove Store

Environment

End of Disposable Coffee Cup Ban

New compostable cups at Mulberry Grove offer alternative to controversial ban.

25 Years of Windy Hill. Photo / AoteaGBI.news

Windy Hill’s 25-Year Journey: From Humble Beginnings to Island Haven

Each month, Judy Gilbert, founding Trustee and voluntary manager of the Windy Hill Wildlife Sanctuary, shares a summary of the latest happenings and conservation efforts at the Sanctuary. Stay updated…

No consent, no problem? 60sqm cabins could be built without red tape, easing the Barrier's housing crunch. Photo / Eric Petschek

Barrier Building Bonanza? Granny Flat Reforms Could Slash Costs Amidst Housing Crisis

No consent, no problem? 60sqm cabins could be built without red tape, easing the Barrier’s housing crunch. Photo / Eric Petschek / CC Great Barrier Island could soon see a…

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The Pleiades constellation, known as Matariki in Te Reo, ushers in the Māori New Year. Photo / Martin Heigan / CC

Community News

Matariki Celebrations Set to Shine on Aotea on Friday

The Pleiades constellation, known as Matariki in Te Reo, ushers in the Māori New Year. Photo / Martin Heigan / CC On Friday, Aotea will come alive with the spirit of Matariki, offering a full day of cultural events, kai,…

Guilt-Free Goodness: Enjoy your flat whites and lattes in new earth-friendly cups at Mulberry Grove. Photo / Mulberry Grove Store

Environment

End of Disposable Coffee Cup Ban

New compostable cups at Mulberry Grove offer alternative to controversial ban.

25 Years of Windy Hill. Photo / AoteaGBI.news

Windy Hill’s 25-Year Journey: From Humble Beginnings to Island Haven

Each month, Judy Gilbert, founding Trustee and voluntary manager of the Windy Hill Wildlife Sanctuary, shares a summary of the latest happenings and conservation efforts at the Sanctuary. Stay updated on the sanctuary’s progress and exciting wildlife discoveries with ‘What’s…

No consent, no problem? 60sqm cabins could be built without red tape, easing the Barrier's housing crunch. Photo / Eric Petschek

Barrier Building Bonanza? Granny Flat Reforms Could Slash Costs Amidst Housing Crisis

No consent, no problem? 60sqm cabins could be built without red tape, easing the Barrier’s housing crunch. Photo / Eric Petschek / CC Great Barrier Island could soon see a housing boom, with new reforms set to make building cheaper…

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The Pleiades constellation, known as Matariki in Te Reo, ushers in the Māori New Year. Photo / Martin Heigan / CC

Community News

Matariki Celebrations Set to Shine on Aotea on Friday

The Pleiades constellation, known as Matariki in Te Reo, ushers in the Māori New Year. Photo / Martin Heigan / CC On Friday, Aotea will come alive with the spirit of Matariki, offering a full day of cultural events, kai,…

Guilt-Free Goodness: Enjoy your flat whites and lattes in new earth-friendly cups at Mulberry Grove. Photo / Mulberry Grove Store

Environment

End of Disposable Coffee Cup Ban

New compostable cups at Mulberry Grove offer alternative to controversial ban.

25 Years of Windy Hill. Photo / AoteaGBI.news

Windy Hill’s 25-Year Journey: From Humble Beginnings to Island Haven

Each month, Judy Gilbert, founding Trustee and voluntary manager of the Windy Hill Wildlife Sanctuary, shares a summary of the latest happenings and conservation efforts at the Sanctuary. Stay updated on the sanctuary’s progress and exciting wildlife discoveries with ‘What’s…

No consent, no problem? 60sqm cabins could be built without red tape, easing the Barrier's housing crunch. Photo / Eric Petschek

Barrier Building Bonanza? Granny Flat Reforms Could Slash Costs Amidst Housing Crisis

No consent, no problem? 60sqm cabins could be built without red tape, easing the Barrier’s housing crunch. Photo / Eric Petschek / CC Great Barrier Island could soon see a housing boom, with new reforms set to make building cheaper…

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The Pleiades constellation, known as Matariki in Te Reo, ushers in the Māori New Year. Photo / Martin Heigan / CC

Community News

Matariki Celebrations Set to Shine on Aotea on Friday

The Pleiades constellation, known as Matariki in Te Reo, ushers in the Māori New Year. Photo / Martin Heigan / CC On Friday, Aotea will come alive with…

Guilt-Free Goodness: Enjoy your flat whites and lattes in new earth-friendly cups at Mulberry Grove. Photo / Mulberry Grove Store

Environment

End of Disposable Coffee Cup Ban

New compostable cups at Mulberry Grove offer alternative to controversial ban.

25 Years of Windy Hill. Photo / AoteaGBI.news

Windy Hill’s 25-Year Journey: From Humble Beginnings to Island Haven

Each month, Judy Gilbert, founding Trustee and voluntary manager of the Windy Hill Wildlife Sanctuary, shares a summary of the…

No consent, no problem? 60sqm cabins could be built without red tape, easing the Barrier's housing crunch. Photo / Eric Petschek

Barrier Building Bonanza? Granny Flat Reforms Could Slash Costs Amidst Housing Crisis

No consent, no problem? 60sqm cabins could be built without red tape, easing the Barrier’s housing crunch. Photo / Eric…

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Community News

Matariki Celebrations Set to Shine on Aotea on Friday

The Pleiades constellation, known as Matariki in Te Reo, ushers in the Māori New Year. Photo / Martin Heigan / CC On Friday, Aotea…

Guilt-Free Goodness: Enjoy your flat whites and lattes in new earth-friendly cups at Mulberry Grove. Photo / Mulberry Grove Store

Environment

End of Disposable Coffee Cup Ban

New compostable cups at Mulberry Grove offer alternative to controversial ban.

25 Years of Windy Hill. Photo / AoteaGBI.news

Windy Hill’s 25-Year Journey: From Humble Beginnings to Island Haven

Each month, Judy Gilbert, founding Trustee and voluntary manager of the Windy Hill Wildlife Sanctuary, shares a summary of the…

No consent, no problem? 60sqm cabins could be built without red tape, easing the Barrier's housing crunch. Photo / Eric Petschek

Barrier Building Bonanza? Granny Flat Reforms Could Slash Costs Amidst Housing Crisis

No consent, no problem? 60sqm cabins could be built without red tape, easing the Barrier’s housing crunch. Photo / Eric…

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The Pleiades constellation, known as Matariki in Te Reo, ushers in the Māori New Year. Photo / Martin Heigan / CC

Community News

Matariki Celebrations Set to Shine on Aotea on Friday

The Pleiades constellation, known as Matariki in Te Reo, ushers in the Māori New Year. Photo / Martin Heigan / CC On Friday, Aotea will come alive with the spirit of Matariki, offering a full day of cultural events, kai,…

Guilt-Free Goodness: Enjoy your flat whites and lattes in new earth-friendly cups at Mulberry Grove. Photo / Mulberry Grove Store

Environment

End of Disposable Coffee Cup Ban

New compostable cups at Mulberry Grove offer alternative to controversial ban.

25 Years of Windy Hill. Photo / AoteaGBI.news

Windy Hill’s 25-Year Journey: From Humble Beginnings to Island Haven

Each month, Judy Gilbert, founding Trustee and voluntary manager of the Windy Hill Wildlife Sanctuary, shares a summary of the latest happenings and conservation efforts at the Sanctuary. Stay updated…

No consent, no problem? 60sqm cabins could be built without red tape, easing the Barrier's housing crunch. Photo / Eric Petschek

Barrier Building Bonanza? Granny Flat Reforms Could Slash Costs Amidst Housing Crisis

No consent, no problem? 60sqm cabins could be built without red tape, easing the Barrier’s housing crunch. Photo / Eric Petschek / CC Great Barrier Island could soon see a…

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The Pleiades constellation, known as Matariki in Te Reo, ushers in the Māori New Year. Photo / Martin Heigan / CC

Community News

Matariki Celebrations Set to Shine on Aotea on Friday

The Pleiades constellation, known as Matariki in Te Reo, ushers in the Māori New Year. Photo / Martin Heigan / CC On…

Guilt-Free Goodness: Enjoy your flat whites and lattes in new earth-friendly cups at Mulberry Grove. Photo / Mulberry Grove Store

Environment

End of Disposable Coffee Cup Ban

New compostable cups at Mulberry Grove offer alternative to controversial ban.

25 Years of Windy Hill. Photo / AoteaGBI.news

Windy Hill’s 25-Year Journey: From Humble Beginnings to Island Haven

Each month, Judy Gilbert, founding Trustee and voluntary manager of the Windy Hill Wildlife Sanctuary, shares a summary of the latest happenings…

No consent, no problem? 60sqm cabins could be built without red tape, easing the Barrier's housing crunch. Photo / Eric Petschek

Barrier Building Bonanza? Granny Flat Reforms Could Slash Costs Amidst Housing Crisis

No consent, no problem? 60sqm cabins could be built without red tape, easing the Barrier’s housing crunch. Photo / Eric Petschek /…

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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…

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

Starlink Halves Broadband Fees with New Plan

Starlink has introduced a new service plan slashing its monthly fee by half, and directly challenging Spark’s slower, now more expensive offerings.

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Pro to No: RIP Creativity? Apple pulls controversial iPad Pro ad after social media outcry.

Technology

Apple Pulls Controversial iPad Pro Ad

Apple’s latest ad campaign for the iPad Pro has backfired in spectacular fashion, leaving the tech giant with egg (or perhaps paint) on its face. The controversial ad,…

Locals Needed for Kathmandu’s Great Barrier Island Adventure Campaign. Photo / Kathmandu

Locals Invited to Shine in Kathmandu Campaign

Locals Sought for Kathmandu’s Great Barrier Island Adventure Campaign. Photo / Kathmandu Aotea Great Barrier Island residents have a unique opportunity to…

Chatham Islands. Photo / Flickr / Ville Miettinen

Chatham Islands

DOC proposes halving Chatham Islands staff in restructure

The Department of Conservation (DOC) has proposed to reduce and restructure its Chatham Islands team. The proposal would see the Chatham Islands…

Lisa Blair. Photo / Instagram

Environment

Catch Lisa Blair’s Historic Record Attempt Around Aotea

Locals on Great Barrier Island can witness history in the making as record-breaking solo sailor Lisa Blair passes the island’s coast today…

Jamey Stutz, CC BY-SA

A clock in the rocks: what cosmic rays tell us about Earth’s changing surface and climate

Photo / Jamey Stutz, CC BY-SA By Shaun Eaves, Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University of Wellington; Jamey Stutz, The Ohio State…

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Technology

Apple Pulls Controversial iPad Pro Ad

Apple’s latest ad campaign for the iPad Pro has backfired in spectacular fashion, leaving the tech giant with egg (or perhaps paint) on its…

Locals Needed for Kathmandu’s Great Barrier Island Adventure Campaign. Photo / Kathmandu

Locals Invited to Shine in Kathmandu Campaign

Locals Sought for Kathmandu’s Great Barrier Island Adventure Campaign. Photo / Kathmandu Aotea Great Barrier Island residents have a unique opportunity to…

Chatham Islands. Photo / Flickr / Ville Miettinen

Chatham Islands

DOC proposes halving Chatham Islands staff in restructure

The Department of Conservation (DOC) has proposed to reduce and restructure its Chatham Islands team. The proposal would see the Chatham Islands…

Lisa Blair. Photo / Instagram

Environment

Catch Lisa Blair’s Historic Record Attempt Around Aotea

Locals on Great Barrier Island can witness history in the making as record-breaking solo sailor Lisa Blair passes the island’s coast today…

Jamey Stutz, CC BY-SA

A clock in the rocks: what cosmic rays tell us about Earth’s changing surface and climate

Photo / Jamey Stutz, CC BY-SA By Shaun Eaves, Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University of Wellington; Jamey Stutz, The Ohio State…

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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…

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

Starlink Halves Broadband Fees with New Plan

Starlink has introduced a new service plan slashing its monthly fee by half, and directly challenging Spark’s slower, now more expensive offerings.

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The Pleiades constellation, known as Matariki in Te Reo, ushers in the Māori New Year. Photo / Martin Heigan / CC

Community News

Matariki Celebrations Set to Shine on Aotea on Friday

The Pleiades constellation, known as Matariki in Te Reo, ushers in the Māori New Year. Photo / Martin Heigan / CC On…

Guilt-Free Goodness: Enjoy your flat whites and lattes in new earth-friendly cups at Mulberry Grove. Photo / Mulberry Grove Store

Environment

End of Disposable Coffee Cup Ban

New compostable cups at Mulberry Grove offer alternative to controversial ban.

25 Years of Windy Hill. Photo / AoteaGBI.news

Windy Hill’s 25-Year Journey: From Humble Beginnings to Island Haven

Each month, Judy Gilbert, founding Trustee and voluntary manager of the Windy Hill Wildlife Sanctuary, shares a summary of the latest happenings…

No consent, no problem? 60sqm cabins could be built without red tape, easing the Barrier's housing crunch. Photo / Eric Petschek

Barrier Building Bonanza? Granny Flat Reforms Could Slash Costs Amidst Housing Crisis

No consent, no problem? 60sqm cabins could be built without red tape, easing the Barrier’s housing crunch. Photo / Eric Petschek /…

Masonry - Full Width - 3 Columns - Page 62

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…

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

Starlink Halves Broadband Fees with New Plan

Starlink has introduced a new service plan slashing its monthly fee by half, and directly challenging Spark’s slower, now more expensive offerings.

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