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Home Buying Becomes a Steeper Climb on Hauraki Gulf Islands

Home buyers eyeing property on the picturesque Hauraki Gulf Islands are set to face tough new financial barriers. As of 1 July, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand is setting…

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

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Freshly Harvested Carrots: A Vibrant Addition to Your Autumn Garden

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Aotea Autumn Planting: A Comprehensive Guide

As June unfolds, it’s time to prepare our gardens for winter. Great Barrier Island’s unique coastal environment presents specific challenges, from sandy…

Change in the Air: Barrier Air Revises Ticket Policy Amid Soaring Costs. Photo / 100% Pure NZ

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Barrier Air Slashes Prices to $79 for Matariki Weekend Getaway

Locals have an opportunity to get off the rock and enjoy a weekend in the big smoke, thanks to Matariki long weekend…

Stunning view of Queenstown from Bob's Peak, showcasing the breathtaking beauty of New Zealand's premier tourist destination. Photo / Lawrence Murray / CC

Environment & Ecology

Welcome to NZ – now pay up: the risks and rewards of raising the foreign tourist tax

As our local board contemplates a tourism tax, central government is also considering hiking taxes for visitors. In this climate, what are…

Pack your bags and get ready to explore Aotea with this essential travel checklist.

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Packing for Paradise: Your Off-Grid Great Barrier Island Checklist

Headed to Aotea, Great Barrier Island for a break? We’re thrilled to have you! A visit to Great Barrier Island, or Aotea…

SeaLink ferry nearing Tryphena, Great Barrier Island (Aotea). Photo / GreatBarrier.co.nz

Community News

SeaLink Sailing Diversions due to Tryphena Wharf Upgrades

Residents and visitors should prepare for a change in their travel plans this July. The Wednesday SeaLink sailings to Tryphena Wharf will…

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

Environment & Ecology

Caulerpa Found in Leigh, Raises Concerns Over Spread from Great Barrier Island

Has Caulerpa's arrival in Leigh confirmed the fears of marine biologists, previously dismissed by MPI in their report on the controversial Aotea…

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

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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,…

Environment & Ecology

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…

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…

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Problems with kina are arising in Northland and Coromandel, but also the South Island, Shane Jones says. Photo / Paul Caiger

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