Aimee-Jane Brown, our very own Great Barrier Island legend, has taken the crown in the Open Women’s Division at the King and Queen of the Point surfing competition held in Raglan. The event concluded last Sunday after an intense three … Read More
Two to three times a year key individuals from community groups, schools and organisations across the island meet to share their successes and challenges. Several things rang true from the recent community group hui: community spirit and service is still … Read More
This month we have the blue-mouthed, live birth giving, sticky-footed, barking Elegant Gecko! You will recognise it for its vivid green colour with either white, yellow or pale green markings on its back. If you’re lucky, you may even spot … Read More
Minutes from the meeting are below: Present in person: Jason Ross, Fiona Green, Chris Ollivier and Anna Davis (notes)Apologies: Barrier Bulletin, Ben & Teresa from SealinkOnline: Jason Elliott (Chair) , Karen from Tataki Auckland Unlimited, Christine from Glenfern, Sacha Eddington … Read More
Ministry of Primary industry publishes review on Crayfish pot permits issued in the Controlled Area in Schooner Bay. Following the discovery of commercial cray pots from an operator in Leigh in the Controlled Area Notice (CAN) around Schooner Bay, Ministry … Read More
Love your septic tank, love your environment, love your island Aotea’s off-grid and remote status makes it a special place, but it does mean that all homes and businesses must manage their own wastewater. Leaky and poorly maintained septic systems leach … Read More
You have until 17 June 2024 to submit your feedback to the Auckland Regional Land Transport Plan Most of the community care about the quality, efficiency and cost of transport to and from the island. If you are someone that … Read More
Did you know we have a dedicated team on island to support you with your health and wellbeing? Aotea Health have a team of Health coaches made up of Eunate Puy- Azurmendi (Mon – Wed), Tina Price (Thurs) at Claris … Read More
A fantastic time was had by all with Hamiora Gibson aka Sam the Trap Man Sam hosted three walks over three days with a mix of the community getting involved. Starting with the School walk, followed by the Hunter Gatherers … Read More
SIX60 serenaded by the island schools, explored what Aotea has to offer and put on an epic show. Last weekend Aotea hosted the last stop of the Six60 Grass Roots Tour at the Barrier Social Club. The band arrived on … Read More