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Island Roots to AgTech Innovator

Raised amidst natural beauty and sustainable living of Great Barrier Island, Nikolai Macnee is now taking those values global.

Matt Chisholm is raising awareness of mental health in rural areas. Photo: Rural Support Trust

Community News

TV Host Turned Farmer Shares Mental Health Tips on Aotea Tour

TV presenter turned sheep and beef farmer Matt Chisholm is set to visit Great Barrier Island on May 30th to share his personal journey through mental health struggles and resilience. Known for hosting Treasure Island and reporting for TVNZ’s Sunday,…

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

Environment

MPI Announces Review of Commercial Fishing Permits in Caulerpa-Controlled Areas Amid Outcry

The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has announced a review of its decision to permit commercial fishing within Controlled Area Notice (CANs) regions, where locals and recreational fishermen have been banned for years. The measures were put in place across…

Crayfish pots aboard the Crusader. Photo / Toitū Fishing NZ

Environment

Commercial Fishing Uncovered in Caulerpa Zones, Unnotified Permits Issued by MPI

Controlled Area Notices (CANs) have been in place for years, preventing locals and recreational fishermen from anchoring and fishing across parts of Great Barrier Is. and Northland to halt the spread of the invasive Caulerpa. Now, AoteaGBI.news reveals that MPI…

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Oruawharo Medlands Ecovision (OME) has unveiled a new eco-hub in Medlands.

Community News

OME Launches Eco-Hub in Medlands

In a display of community initiative and environmental stewardship, Oruawharo Medlands Ecovision (OME) has unveiled a new eco-hub in Medlands. The new build was made possible through $14,000…

Auckland mayor Wayne Brown speaks about his proposals for the city's budget. Photo / RNZ / Marika Khabazi

Politics

‘Dissolve Themselves in Acid’ – Brown Slams Govt Over Axed Fuel Tax

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown has delivered a scathing critique of the government’s decision to abolish the regional fuel tax, suggesting those responsible…