Aotea’s new local board was officially sworn in at the Claris Conference Centre on Thursday, marking the start of the 2025–2028 term. Izzy Fordham was re-elected chair and Christopher Ollivier deputy chair at the meeting, which followed a formal pōwhiri…

Auckland Council has cut the number of positions tied to Great Barrier Island by more than a third since 2021, while wages have risen and the type of work carried out has shifted away from traditional council services towards advisory…

NOTICES Aotea Inorganic Collection Bookings OpenBook your on-property inorganic collection now to help reduce landfill waste.South: book by Tue 21 Oct, collection 29–31 Oct.Central: book by Tue 28 Oct, collection 5–6 Nov.North: book by Thu 30 Oct, collection 7 Nov.Visit…

Great Barrier Islanders are welcoming the reopening of Tryphena Wharf, the island’s busiest port, which came back into service last week after being closed for an 18-month rebuild. The project marks the return of a vital gateway for passengers, freight,…

Boardriders Club Scores Major FundingThe Aotea Boardriders Club has secured $64,100 from Auckland Council’s Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund. The grant will go toward completing the long-anticipated clubhouse at Medlands, giving the island’s surf community a much-needed hub. Meet…

Another Sea Snake Spotted at Medlands Beach Another venomous sea snake was spotted on Medlands Beach, midway between Twin Pines and The Lane. The Department of Conservation has advised the public to keep a safe distance and allow the tide…

One of the island’s most popular annual events is back—and if you blinked, you might’ve already missed out. Great Barrier Island’s Spectacular By Nature Garden Tours return on Saturday 29 November, and one of the four tours sold out in…

The Tip Shop (Anamata Recycling) has officially reopened its doors following months of repairs after the fire that tore through its main shed last December. Locals gathered for a blessing, barbeque, and cake to mark the occasion — a moment…