David Speir thinks so. “Unfortunately there has been a long term process of infill for Whangapoua Estuary which resulted in a tipping point in 2019 that dramatically changed the form of the wave on the bar, eventually getting rid of … Read More
As advised in our last newsletter, the two exotic caulerpa Controlled Areas (at Aotea/Ahuahu and Te Rāwhiti Inlet) are being extended from their current expiry date of 30 June 2024 to 30 September 2024. This will provide time for planning … Read More
Look up and explore Aotea’s stunning, starry dark winter sky with some tips from the Good Heavens team. Stargazing Scorpius: The Scorpion or Maui’s fish hook Scorpius, the Scorpion, is a prominent constellation in our evening sky in winter. It … Read More
AOTEA CAULERPA RESPONSE TEAM SETTING UP FOR LONG TERM CONTROL OPERATIONS 19 June 2024 Exotic caulerpa seaweed arrived in Aotea waters at least three years ago, probably on the anchor of a boat, and its effects have been felt in … Read More
Warmer Kiwi Homes is a government-run scheme that provides grants to purchase and install insulation and efficient heaters (in the case of Aotea, wood burners). The grants cover 80- 90% of the cost of insulation and up to 80% of … Read More
Wednesday sailings to divert to Whangaparapara for July 2024 as Tryphena Wharf upgrades begin Tryphena Wharf on Great Barrier Island has been undergoing major renewals since April 2024, to ensure that the wharf remains fit-for-purpose and extends the life of … Read More
Grow Food Aotea has hosted one of their very popular bread baking workshops and we’d like to share a recipe for you to try! The first of two bread baking workshops held at Orama on May 25 with a second … Read More
Two senior students at the Aotea Learning Hub have successfully completed their Maritime Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Certificate (MRROC). Tamus Watts and William Jenner completed the course in May and are now legally able to use a VHF radio when onboard … Read More
One square metre patch of what is believed to be caulerpa has been found in Omaha, Leigh. As reported by One News, a one square metre area of caulerpa has been found in Omaha Bay, Leigh, only a short distance … Read More
Aotea’s population has increased by over 30% in the last five years. As reported in the Census 2023, Aotea’s population has increased from 936 to 1251 permanent residents between 2018 and 2023 – a 34% increase over five years. However, … Read More