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‘Couldn’t Be Prouder’: Island Gin Takes Top Honours at World Drinks Awards
Island Gin is riding an extraordinary wave of success, with its flagship Island Gin Original adding another prestigious title to its growing list of accolades: NZ’s Best London Dry Gin at the renowned World Drinks Awards. The latest triumph comes…
Hoops, Skates, and More: Medlands Park Revamp a Slam Dunk with Locals
It’s time to tip-off at Medlands Beach Playground Reserve, with a revamped basketball halfcourt now open – and it’s not just for…
Flights and Ferries Cancelled as Cyclone Tam Cuts Off Barrier
Flights and ferries to Great Barrier Island have been cancelled or disrupted due to the severe weather brought on by ex-tropical Cyclone…
Local Board Welcomes Stricter Rules for New Helipads — Community Opinion Split
Auckland Council has proposed new rules to make it harder for helipads to be approved on Great Barrier and Waiheke Islands. The…
Island Buzzing with Easter and ANZAC Spirit – April Update
Easter Market & Mulberry Grove Art AuctionEaster Saturday, 19 April, brings the Easter Market to Claris Club from 10am—expect local stalls, kids’…
Fisheries NZ Responds to Crayfish Poaching Frenzy
Fisheries New Zealand has issued infringement notices to two individuals amid ongoing investigations into illegal crayfish poaching on Great Barrier Island. The…
Great Barrier named ‘The Next Frontier’ by BOSS Magazine
Great Barrier Island has been highlighted as one of the world’s emerging travel destinations by BOSS Magazine, a publication focusing on entrepreneurship,…
Inner Hauraki Gulf Crayfish Ban Sparks Fears for Great Barrier
A three-year ban on commercial and recreational crayfish (spiny rock lobster) fishing in the inner Hauraki Gulf will come into effect on April 1st, 2025, the Minister for Oceans and Fisheries has confirmed. The move is aimed at rebuilding the…
Waiheke Island to Become Auckland’s First Urban Kiwi Habitat
In mid-May, Waiheke Island will become the first urban area in Auckland where kiwi have been released. 10 kiwi will be transferred…
New Native Nursery in Medlands to Support Local Planting Projects
A new community-focused native plant nursery is preparing to open its gates in Medlands this April, offering eco-sourced, locally grown plants for…
Viral Video: Octopus Riding Shark in Hauraki Gulf Becomes International Sensation
International media and scientific organisations are lapping up footage of a real life ‘Sharktopus’ filmed in the Hauraki Gulf. Marine biologist Professor…
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