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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260328
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UID:28617-1774656000-1774742399@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Aotea Ecology Festival - Te Taiao Connect
DESCRIPTION:Te Taiao Connect – Connecting the People\, Land\, Sea & Sky of Aotea.\nWith displays and demonstrations from local conservation groups and a selection of inspiring visiting and local guest speakers.  More details to come. \nWhen: Saturday 28th March 2026 \nWhere: Great Barrier Island Sports Club\, Claris \nOn behalf of Aotea Ecology Vision
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/aotea-ecology-festival-te-taiao-connect/
LOCATION:Claris Conference Centre
CATEGORIES:Annual,Conservation,Cultural,Exhibition,Expert Speakers,Featured Events,Guest Speakers,Hui,Nature,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240805T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240805T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240717T004657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T081330Z
UID:13651-1722884400-1722889800@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Winter Wellness - Addiction Course\, Week 3
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/winter-wellness-addiction-course-week-3/
LOCATION:Learning Hub
CATEGORIES:Community,Evening activity,Expert Speakers,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240729T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240729T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240717T004530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T004530Z
UID:13649-1722279600-1722285000@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Winter Wellness - Addiction Course\, Week 2
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/winter-wellness-addiction-course-week-2/
LOCATION:Learning Hub
CATEGORIES:Community,Evening activity,Expert Speakers,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240722T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240722T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240717T004337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T004337Z
UID:13647-1721674800-1721680200@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Winter Wellness - Addiction Course\, Week 1
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/winter-wellness-addiction-course-week-1/
LOCATION:Learning Hub
CATEGORIES:Evening activity,Expert Speakers,Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Winter-Presentations-by-Wellness-Aotea.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240708T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240708T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240618T024724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T024814Z
UID:12836-1720465200-1720470600@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Wellness Aotea - Winter Presentations\, TRAUMA - Releasing the Victimhood
DESCRIPTION:Discover how feeling in control\, rather than a victim of circumstances\, is vital for healing\n(N.B. No personal input required – can just attend and listen OR alternatively it can be delivered in a 1:1 session) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by Greg Liggins\nVenue: Aotea Learning Hub\, next to Kaitoke School \nBookings essential. \nEmail: greg.liggins@emotionalmedicine.co.nz \nOr call 027 6047155 \nIf you can’t afford the fee\, please contact Greg – koha accepted
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/wellness-aotea-winter-presentations-trauma-releasing-the-victimhood/
LOCATION:Learning Hub
CATEGORIES:Evening activity,Expert Speakers,Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Winter-Presentations-by-Wellness-Aotea.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240703T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240703T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240624T032222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T032222Z
UID:13111-1720026000-1720033200@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Caulerpa Response Hui
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/caulerpa-response-hui/
LOCATION:Claris Conference Centre
CATEGORIES:Evening activity,Expert Speakers,Hui
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ACRT-Hui-3-July-1.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240624T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240624T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240618T024418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240618T024418Z
UID:12830-1719255600-1719261000@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Wellness Aotea Winter Presentations - Contentment\, Making Sense of Life
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to release negative emotions such as anger\, fear\, resentment\, grief or infatuation that hold us back. \n\n\n\n\nPresented by Greg Liggins\nVenue: Aotea Learning Hub\, next to Kaitoke School \nBookings essential. \nEmail: greg.liggins@emotionalmedicine.co.nz \nOr call 027 6047155 \nIf you can’t afford the fee\, please contact Greg – koha accepted
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/wellness-aotea-winter-presentations-contentment-making-sense-of-life/
LOCATION:Learning Hub
CATEGORIES:Evening activity,Expert Speakers,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240614T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240604T020355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T020355Z
UID:12495-1718359200-1718370000@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Lawyers Workshop
DESCRIPTION:10am | St Johns Church Medlands Presentation on writing wills. Followed by 15 minute one to one sessions
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/lawyers-workshop/
LOCATION:St Johns Church Annex\, Medlands\, Aotea Great Barrier Island\, 0991\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Expert Speakers,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240530T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240530T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240508T000342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T024556Z
UID:11748-1717088400-1717106400@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Time Out Tour with Matt Chisholm
DESCRIPTION:The Rural Support Trust\, in proud partnership with ANZ\, Bayleys\, BDO\, Datamars Livestock\, Fonterra\, and Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI)\, are excited to bring the Time Out Tour to Aotea / Great Barrier Island\nThis event is fully booked as of Tuesday\, May 21 – Sorry folks!  \nDoors open from 5:00 pm \nBuffet Dinner will be served from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm \nProgramme begins at 7:00 pm \n$10 per person. Tickets are very limited and essential. This event is strictly R15. \nhttps://events.humanitix.com/rural-support-trust-s-time-out-tour-great-barrier-island \nFor any enquiries\, please ring Anna Davis on 027 279 4428 anna.davis@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz \n  \nhttps://www.rural-support.org.nz/Time-Out-Tour
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/time-out-tour-with-matt-chisholm/
LOCATION:Claris Sports Club\, 19 Whangaparapara Road\, Claris\, Great Barrier Island\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Community,Evening activity,Expert Speakers,Food
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240525T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240525T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240507T234434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T234458Z
UID:11740-1716631200-1716647400@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Grow Food Aotea Bread Baking Skill Share
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/grow-food-aotea-bread-baking-skill-share/
LOCATION:Orama
CATEGORIES:Community,Expert Speakers,Food,Workshops
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240528
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240507T234808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T222810Z
UID:11746-1716508800-1716854399@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Bushman Walks with 'Sam the Trap Man'
DESCRIPTION:Aotea Ecology Vision is bringing Tairāwhiti Gisborne’s hunter and conservationist Hamiora Gibson to Aotea from 23 to 26 of May (this month!). \nKnown on social media as ‘Sam the Trap Man’\, Sam is a skilled bushman and educator whose works bring people together to help save the taonga of our environment. A hunter\, gather\, and conservationist\, Sam returned to his home in Tairāwhiti and established a hunter led conservation project that is bringing Whio back from the brink of local extinction. Join Sam on one of a series of walks on Aotea when he will share his bush knowledge\, including edible plants and foraging tips\, as well as the role many plants and animals play in our natural environment.
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/bushman-walks-with-sam-the-trap-man/
CATEGORIES:Community,Expert Speakers,Walks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Bushman-Walks-with-Sam-the-Trap-Man-All-Walks.png
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240510T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240510T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240408T215755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T215755Z
UID:10710-1715335200-1715353200@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Painting Workshop - Tryphena Summer
DESCRIPTION:All Classes from 10am – 3pm at Claris Art Gallery\n$70 per person or 3 or more for $55 each Bookings and payments essential to hold your space Contact Helen at 027 740 5549 or email artyhelenknaggs@gmail.com for full programme details Special thanks to Aotea Local Board & Aotea Arts & History Village
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/painting-workshop-tryphena-summer/
LOCATION:Aotea Arts & History Village\, 80 Hector Sanderson Road\, Claris\, 0991
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Expert Speakers,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240501T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240501T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240326T022946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T023017Z
UID:10088-1714555800-1714566600@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Creating Dark Earth Sanctuaries (Part 2) | Making Hot Compost- Grow Food Aotea Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Time to get dirty at this hands-on workshop!\n• We will make a large compost heap at Oruawharo Community Garden\n• Compost contributions welcome\nWood/bamboo chip\, grass clippings\, fresh food scraps (not cooked or rotten please)\, seaweed\, wood ash\, egg shells\, cow/horse/chicken manure\nPlease bring along spades and forks\, gloves and gumboots and a smile!!\nMorning tea and refreshments provided\nTHIS IS A FREE WORKSHOP\nCONTACT CAITY EDT WITH ENOUIRIES\nEMAIL: INFO@OKIWIPASSION.CO.NZ\nCALL OR TEXT: 021 212 7153\nBrought to you by AoteaOraTrust & Funded by Local Board
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/creating-dark-earth-sanctuaries-part-2-making-hot-compost-grow-food-aotea-workshop/
LOCATION:Community Garden
CATEGORIES:Community,Expert Speakers,Food,Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Dark-Earth-Sanctuary-Part-2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240427T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240427T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240326T022711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T022800Z
UID:10084-1714210200-1714228200@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Creating Dark Earth Sanctuaries (Part 1) | Feeding the Living Soil - Grow Food Aotea Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A Day of Action in Service of the Earth!\n• Building Worm Farms and Worm Tubes\n• Using Compost\n• Double Digging\nMulch and Sheet Mulching\nGrowing Green Manure\n• Making Liquid Fertiliser\n• Using Mineral Fertilisers\n• Biological Inoculants\n• Using BioChar\nMorning tea and refreshments provided\nPlease bring a small contribution to a shared lunch\nCOST $20 PAYABLE ON THE DAY\nBOOKINGS ESSENTIAL – LIMIT 12\nCONTACT CAITY ENDT TO SECURE YOUR SPOT\nEMAIL: INFO@OKIWIPASSION.CO.NZ\nCALL OR TEXT: 021 212 7153\nBrought to you by AoteaOraTrust & Funded by Local Board
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/creating-dark-earth-sanctuaries-part-1-feeding-the-living-soil-grow-food-aotea-workshop/
LOCATION:Community Garden
CATEGORIES:Community,Expert Speakers,Food,Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Dark-Earth-Sanctuary-Part-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240427T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240427T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240423T021135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T021135Z
UID:11277-1714208400-1714221000@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Dog's Day Out! Bird Aversion & Training
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/dogs-day-out-bird-aversion-training/
CATEGORIES:Community,Expert Speakers,Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Bird-Aversion-april-24.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240420T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240420T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240326T022429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T022509Z
UID:10079-1713605400-1713623400@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:The Living Soil (And Why it Really\, Really Matters) - Grow Food Aotea Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Yes it’s true\n– the answer does lie in the soil! Take time to look down!\n• So\, what is healthy soil?\n• Introduction to the Stars of the Unseen World\n• Why growing healthy soil is SO relevant to climate change\n• How healthy is your soil?\n• How to assess and monitor your soil’s health yourself\nCreating a Dark Earth Sanctuary: Introduction to Feeding the Soil\nMorning tea and refreshments provided\nPlease bring a small contribution to a shared lunch\nCOST $20 PAYABLE ON THE DAY\nBOOKINGS ESSENTIAL\n– LIMIT 12\nCONTACT CAITY ENDT TO SECURE YOUR SPOT\nEMAIL: INFO@OKIWIPASSION.CO.NZ\nCALL OR TEXT: 021 212 7153\nBrought to you by AoteaOraTrust & Funded by Local Board
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/the-living-soil-and-why-it-really-really-matters-grow-food-aotea-workshop/
LOCATION:Community Garden
CATEGORIES:Community,Expert Speakers,Food,Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/The-Living-Soil.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240414T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240414T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240408T214353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T214353Z
UID:10699-1713115800-1713124800@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Community Kiirtan Session
DESCRIPTION:Community Kiirtan Session with Madhu\, a kiirtan professional from Nelson \nShared dinner – please bring a plate \nKoha appreciated towards community harmonium \n 
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/community-kiirtan-session/
LOCATION:Old Aeroclub
CATEGORIES:Community,Evening activity,Expert Speakers,Guest Speakers,Music,Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240414T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240414T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240311T214708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T214708Z
UID:9586-1713088800-1713096000@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Peter Thorburn Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Is meth an issue for you? \nIs methamphetamine having a negative impact on your life\, either through personal use or use by family/ friends? \nDo you want to better understand why people use and how to keep yourself safe? \nIn mid-March\, the local board is funding two free workshops with the man once known as “Gas Man”\, after he nearly blew himself up while cooking meth. Peter Thorburn triumphed over a 23-year battle with addiction\, including eight years of meth dependency\, time as one of NZ’s most notorious meth cooks\, and a lag in prison. \nFollowing his release from prison in 2005 on drug-related charges\, Peter experienced a profound transformation that set him on a path of recovery and personal growth. He’s spent the last 18 years working as an addiction and mental health specialist and advocate. \nPete will be running two hui\, one in Claris and one at Kawa\, sharing his & cold hard meth facts and solutions”. \nIf meth is an issue in your life\, or if you just want to learn more about its impact on people and communities\, then this workshop is for you. Everyone welcome. \nWhere & When \nSat 13 April\, Kawa Marae from 10-12pm \nSun 14 April\, Claris Conference Centre from 10-12pm \nFor more information contact: Kathy.cumming@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/peter-thorburn-workshops-2/
LOCATION:Claris Conference Centre
CATEGORIES:Expert Speakers,Guest Speakers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/PeterThorburn.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240413T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240413T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240311T214600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T214600Z
UID:9582-1713002400-1713009600@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Peter Thorburn Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Is meth an issue for you? \nIs methamphetamine having a negative impact on your life\, either through personal use or use by family/ friends? \nDo you want to better understand why people use and how to keep yourself safe? \nIn mid-March\, the local board is funding two free workshops with the man once known as “Gas Man”\, after he nearly blew himself up while cooking meth. Peter Thorburn triumphed over a 23-year battle with addiction\, including eight years of meth dependency\, time as one of NZ’s most notorious meth cooks\, and a lag in prison. \nFollowing his release from prison in 2005 on drug-related charges\, Peter experienced a profound transformation that set him on a path of recovery and personal growth. He’s spent the last 18 years working as an addiction and mental health specialist and advocate. \nPete will be running two hui\, one in Claris and one at Kawa\, sharing his & cold hard meth facts and solutions”. \nIf meth is an issue in your life\, or if you just want to learn more about its impact on people and communities\, then this workshop is for you. Everyone welcome. \nWhere & When \nSat 13 April\, Kawa Marae from 10-12pm \nSun 14 April\, Claris Conference Centre from 10-12pm \nFor more information contact: Kathy.cumming@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/peter-thorburn-workshops/
LOCATION:Kawa Marae
CATEGORIES:Expert Speakers,Guest Speakers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/PeterThorburn.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240413T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240413T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240326T022154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T022154Z
UID:10076-1713000600-1713009600@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Growing Plants for Free - Grow Food Aotea Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Simple ways to grow many useful plants\nincluding herbs\, fruit trees\, and flowers\n• Cuttings\n• Division\n• Layering\nA lifelong skill you will use and never lose!\nMorning tea and refreshments provided
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/growing-plants-for-free-grow-food-aotea-workshop/
LOCATION:Okiwi Passion\, 10 Mabey Road\, Okiwi\, 0991\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Community,Expert Speakers,Food,Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240312T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240312T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20240227T002323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T002438Z
UID:8611-1710237600-1710244800@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Parrot Expert Visits Okiwi
DESCRIPTION:Dr Luis Ortiz-Catedral\, of the World Parrot Trust\, will be walking us through Okiwi Reserve which is home to a population of kākāriki. Please join us for this exciting free event from 10am-12pm\, where he will be sharing his knowledge on breeding patterns\, social behaviours\, habitat and more.
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/parrot-expert-visits-okiwi/
LOCATION:Okiwi Park Reserve\, Aotea Great Barrier Island\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Expert Speakers,Guest Speakers,Nature,Walks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_20220516_150202_937.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220904T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220904T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20220803T170020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220811T095447Z
UID:3590-1662310800-1662319800@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Truth and Conspiracies\, with the Prime Ministers Science Advisor Dame Juliet Gerrard. The Winter of Our Discontent Sunday talk series
DESCRIPTION:Truth and Conspiracies\, with the Prime Ministers Science Advisor Dame Juliet Gerrard \nDame Juliet is a part-time island resident who’s been the Prime Minister’s Science Advisor through the COVID pandemic and on topics including fisheries\, fluoridation and cannabis reform. \nShe’ll consider questions of truth and conspiracy in these contested uncertain times. \nJoin Juliet at the Currach Irish Pub at 5pm on the 4th September 2022 for this talk.  \nTickets cost $10 and you can register here now \n \nSmall Island Big Ideas is Aotea’s festival for the heart and mind. \nOur intention is to arouse curiosity and conversation that takes our world and communities forward. \nThis year’s theme is The Winter of our Discontent. \nIn a world gone viral and at the brink of war\, we’ll distill a unique island perspective on what these global disruptions might mean for the future of individuals and communities. \nWe will explore current realities of living with uncertainty through the topics of money\, psychology\, writing and science.  \nBring an open mind and be prepared to go home refreshed. \n‘The Winter of our Discontent’ Sunday fireside talks will be held at the Currach May to September\, hosting a variety of guest speakers.  \nCheck out the full programme here
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/truth-and-conspiracies-with-the-prime-ministers-science-advisor-dame-juliet-gerrard-a-winter-of-our-discontent/
LOCATION:The Currach Irish Pub\, 78 Blackwell Drive\, Great Barrier Island\, 0991\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Annual,Arts,Expert Speakers,Guest Speakers,Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Small Island Big Ideas":MAILTO:tim@smallislandbigideas.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220702T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220702T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20220620T074024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220620T074104Z
UID:3713-1656754200-1656763200@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Breathing Workshop w/ Kat & Bodhi
DESCRIPTION:Top 10 Things We’ve Learnt About The Breath \nAfter running a successful breathing business (Breathe School)\, touring & teaching right around Australia & NZ\, for the 6 years prior to arriving here on Aotea (2 years ago now). \nWe are so excited for this. We live & breathe this stuff (excuse the pun).\nWe have a wealth of expertise in bringing it to the mainstream\, teaching in a way that is accessible to all. \nRegardless of age\, state of health or religion\, we all have a breath and it’s about time we learn how to use it! \nThis is open to all. It is not attached to any religion or spirituality and you certainly don’t need a yoga mat or tights.\nWe’d love to see people from all walks of life here. \nWhether you’re anxious\, struggling to breathe\, finding it hard to sleep\, in pain or simply curious about the power of breath. Welcome. \nYou do need to book and your place will be confirmed upon payment. \nTo book:\n1) Make payment into bank account below.\n2) Message or email us with your name and email address or phone number.\n3) We will then confirm your place and email or text the pre-event details to you.\nAccount #: 12-3192-0651097-37\nName: Bodhi Whitaker\nRef: (YOUR full name)\nAmount: $20-35 (you choose)\nWe can issue a tax invoice\, upon request\, if required for your business/employee.\nThank you – Kat & Bodhi\nIf you’ve got any questions\, we’re happy to help answer them:\nKat – 02040148807\nBodhi – 02102662542
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/breathing-workshop-w-kat-bodhi/
LOCATION:Claris Conference Centre
CATEGORIES:Community,Cultural,Expert Speakers,Guest Speakers,Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Kat Tucker":MAILTO:katherine.tucker0@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220619T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220619T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20220317T003054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T062746Z
UID:3579-1655658000-1655667000@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Finding Calm in an Uncertain World\, with Psychologist Sarb Johal. The Winter of our Discontent Sunday talk series.
DESCRIPTION:Finding Calm in an Uncertain world with The Useful Psychologist Sara Johal  \nHow do we find calm in an uncertain world? \nSarb calls himself the Useful Psychologist\, with a new book Finding Calm on managing fear and anxiety. He’s a clinical psychologist\, consultant\, speaker\, and media commentator with an insatiable curiosity about this human experience. \nJoin Sarb at the Currach Irish Pub at 5pm on the 19th June 2022 for this talk.  \nTickets cost $10 and you can register now \n \nSmall Island Big Ideas is Aotea’s festival for the heart and mind. \nOur intention is to arouse curiosity and conversation that takes our world and communities forward. \nThis year’s theme is The Winter of our Discontent. \nIn a world gone viral and at the brink of war\, we’ll distill a unique island perspective on what these global disruptions might mean for the future of individuals and communities. \nWe will explore current realities of living with uncertainty through the topics of money\, psychology\, writing and science.  \nBring an open mind and be prepared to go home refreshed. \n‘The Winter of our Discontent’ Sunday fireside talks will be held at the Currach May to September\, hosting a variety of guest speakers.  \nCheck out the full programme here
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/finding-calm-in-an-uncertain-worth-with-psychologist-sarb-johal-a-winter-of-our-discontent-talk-series/
LOCATION:The Currach Irish Pub\, 78 Blackwell Drive\, Great Barrier Island\, 0991\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Annual,Arts,Expert Speakers,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220522T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220522T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T102640
CREATED:20220317T003004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T062817Z
UID:3573-1653238800-1653247800@www.greatbarrier.co.nz
SUMMARY:Money & Happiness\, with Financial Agony Aunt Mary Holm. The Winter of our Discontent Sunday Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Money & Happiness\, with Financial Agony Aunt – Mary Holm \nHow much money do we really need? Will more make you happy? \nNZ’s best known financial Agony Aunt will share the most unusual\, inspiring\, sad\, angry and funny letters she has responded to in her regular columns for the Weekend Herald and Radio NZ. \nJoin Mary at the Currach Irish Pub at 5pm on the 22nd May 2022 for this talk.  \nTickets cost $10 and you can register now \nSmall Island Big Ideas is Aotea’s festival for the heart and mind. \nOur intention is to arouse curiosity and conversation that takes our world and communities forward. \nThis year’s theme is The Winter of our Discontent. \nIn a world gone viral and at the brink of war\, we’ll distill a unique island perspective on what these global disruptions might mean for the future of individuals and communities. \nWe will explore current realities of living with uncertainty through the topics of money\, psychology\, writing and science.  \nBring an open mind and be prepared to go home refreshed. \n‘The Winter of our Discontent’ Sunday fireside talks will be held at the Currach May to September\, hosting a variety of guest speakers.  \nCheck out the full programme here
URL:https://www.greatbarrier.co.nz/event/money-happiness-with-financial-agony-aunt-mary-holm-a-winter-of-our-discontent-sunday-talk-series/
LOCATION:The Currach Irish Pub\, 78 Blackwell Drive\, Great Barrier Island\, 0991\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Annual,Arts,Expert Speakers,Guest Speakers,Workshops
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