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Council Proposes Dog Bans and New Off-Leash Areas
Auckland Council is on the brink of implementing new regulations that will impact dog owners and their four-legged friends on Great Barrier Island. A proposal currently under consideration will see dogs banned from certain areas of Pah Beach, while simultaneously…
DOC seeks sightings of entangled dolphin near Auckland
DOC is calling for public assistance in locating an entangled bottlenose dolphin reported in waters around western Auckland. The juvenile/subadult dolphin, which…
Exclusive: Exotic Caulerpa Mysteriously Dying Off Across New Zealand Waters
A rare piece of good news has emerged in New Zealand’s fight against the invasive exotic Caulerpa: the pest seaweed, which has…
We’re Eco Terrorists – Might We at Least Not Be Hypocrites?
A local whānau was berated last week in Oruawharo Bay for riding jet skis, accused of disturbing dotterels. Are we eco-warriors or…
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 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…
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…
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…
Great Barrier Island Landlines to Be Phased Out
Great Barrier Island is set to lose its traditional landline telephone network, with Chorus announcing a phased removal beginning in March 2025…
December Delights: Aotea’s Events, Art, and Festive Highlights
Drax Project set to light up the stage this summer on Great Barrier Island with their signature blend of pop, R&B, and…
New Moorings to Revitalize Tourism Amid Caulerpa Crisis
Great Barrier Island is set to receive new screw pile moorings in a bid to revitalize tourism affected by severe restrictions to…
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