Bushman Walks with 'Sam the Trap Man' - Hunter Gatherers
2024-05-25 14:00 - 16:30 (Pacific/Auckland) | Windy Hill Sanctuary
Aotea Ecology Vision is bringing Tairāwhiti Gisborne’s hunter and conservationist Hamiora Gibson to Aotea. Join Sam on one of a series of walks on Aotea when he will share his bush knowledge, including on edible plants and foraging tips, as well as the role many plants and animals play in our natural environment.
Description: Sam is a keen hunter gatherer. After his first visit to Aotea last year for the EcoFest, he shared a desire to catch up with locals who have similar interests and what he has learnt to look out for when out hunting over the years that just might make a difference on the next hunt. This walk will not just be for hunters though, rather anyone who loves to explore the bush, forage, hike or just wants to learn a whole heap about Aotea’s unique bush landscape is welcome. Hunting will be a focus topic for discussion as will mahinga kai.
Followed by a beverage with Sam.
Pick up & drop off available along the main trunk from Okiwi South
RSVP REQUIRED
thomas@envirokiwi.co.nz | 022 303 4562

Kawa Marae Youth Program
2024-05-26 10:00 - 15:00
Dates for the following 3 months

May 12th – May 26th
June 9th – June 23rd
July 7th – July 21st

Youth Club Details
Kawa Mara Taiohi Tū Māia Program will run fortnightly on Sundays from 10am – 3pm. This may however change, due to weather in the winter months. A Panui will be put up on Barrier Chit Chat fortnightly (a week prior) to advise of activities, any date changes, location, and any other information we need to provide.
The ages for this program are 10yrs to 18yrs old. Children under 10 are most welcome to attend provided they are accompanied by a parent or guardian.
As we have limited transportation, we ask, if possible, to please drop off and pick up, your Taiohi/Tamariki at the location of their chosen activity.
Kai will be provided, (unless your child has severe food allergies). Your Taiohi/Tamariki must bring their own snacks and drink bottles. Hats and sunscreen are also essential.
Booking contact details are- 0275258802, email- nancy.kawamarae@gmail.com or through messenger. Registration is required prior to attendance.
We hope to see you there.

Bushman Walks with 'Sam the Trap Man' - Community Groups & Volunteers
2024-05-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Glenfern Sanctuary, Glenfern Road, Port Fitzroy, Auckland, 0963, New Zealand
Aotea Ecology Vision is bringing Tairāwhiti Gisborne’s hunter and conservationist Hamiora Gibson to Aotea. Join Sam on one of a series of walks on Aotea when he will share his bush knowledge, including on edible plants and foraging tips, as well as the role many plants and animals play in our natural environment.
Description: The final walk of Sam’s stay will be for all our eco warriors out there that are involved in or have a passion for the restoration and rehabilitation of Aotea’s environment. Sam will share his wide range of bush knowledge, mahinga kai, and also discuss his experiences with pest control efforts and some of the success he has seen over the years from these. Included will be the opportunity to hear about the Eastern Whio Link Project which is hunter and fisherman-led conservation project in the upper reaches of the Waioeka Gorge (between Opotiki and Gisborne) with a goal to protect the whio (blue duck).
RSVP REQUIRED
thomas@envirokiwi.co.nz | 022 303 4562

Local Board Ordinary Business Meeting
2024-05-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Claris Conference Centre
Local Board Office – Claris Conference Centre

Yoga For Presence - Every Tuesday
2024-05-28 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-06-04 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-06-11 17:30 - 19:00, 2024-06-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Aotea Arts & History Village, 80 Hector Sanderson Road, Claris, 0991
60min slow paced practice.
30min guided meditation.

Time Out Tour with Matt Chisholm
2024-05-30 17:00 - 22:00 | Claris Sports Club, 19 Whangaparapara Road, Claris, Great Barrier Island, New Zealand
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
This event is fully booked as of Tuesday, May 21 – Sorry folks!
Doors open from 5:00 pm
Buffet Dinner will be served from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Programme begins at 7:00 pm
$10 per person. Tickets are very limited and essential. This event is strictly R15.
https://events.humanitix.com/rural-support-trust-s-time-out-tour-great-barrier-island
For any enquiries, please ring Anna Davis on 027 279 4428 anna.davis@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

https://www.rural-support.org.nz/Time-Out-Tour

Yoga for Tradies
2024-05-30 17:15 - 18:00, 2024-06-06 17:15 - 18:00, 2024-06-13 17:15 - 18:00, 2024-06-20 17:15 - 18:00 | Aotea Arts & History Village, 80 Hector Sanderson Road, Claris, 0991
with Lucia

Hatha Yoga
2024-05-31 10:00 - 11:30 | Glenfern Sanctuary, Glenfern Road, Port Fitzroy, Auckland, 0963, New Zealand
With Sacha Eddington – Please bring a mat if you have one and cash.

Painting Workshop - Forest Flow
2024-05-31 10:00 - 15:00 | Aotea Arts & History Village, 80 Hector Sanderson Road, Claris, 0991
All Classes from 10am – 3pm at Claris Art Gallery
$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

Kings Birthday Market
2024-06-01 10:00 - 14:00 | Claris Conference Centre

Bingo Night
2024-06-02 17:00 - 20:00
Mulberry Grove School Fundraiser
Games, raffles, auction items, prizes.
Bring cash!

Hatha Yoga
2024-06-07 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-06-14 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-06-21 10:00 - 11:30 | Glenfern Sanctuary, Glenfern Road, Port Fitzroy, Auckland, 0963, New Zealand
with Sacha Eddington
Please bring cash and a mat if you have

Pounamu Taonga Workshop
2024-06-08 09:00 - 16:00 | Aotea Arts & History Village, 80 Hector Sanderson Road, Claris, 0991

Kawa Marare Youth Programme
2024-06-09 10:00 - 15:00 | Kawa Marae
Activities for 9th include waka ama, basketball, table tennis,
arts n crafts and fishing
Bookings essential

Island Screens: Movie Night
2024-06-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Barrier Social Club
Movie: Language Lessons
A Spanish teacher and her student develop an unusual friendship. A moving exploration of friendship
and connection. “Graced with heart and genuine heart, it pulls you in” Hollywood Reporter review.
Rating M Genre: Comedy Drama
Movies start 7.15pm at Barrier Social Club
Entry on the door is cash $10 / $15
ALL WELCOME
Yummy food from 5.30pm.

Local Board Extraordinary Business Meeting
2024-06-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Local Board Office

Free Community Drug & Alcohol Services Day
2024-06-12 | Aotea Health Centre
Every second Wednesday of the month
You can contact the CADS Great Barrier Island clinician directly to arrange an appointment, ie- you don’t need to book through the health centre. The number you can use to reach them is 0800 845 1818. That number will take you through to CADS central and you can ask for the Great Barrier Island clinician.
New Regular Drug and Alcohol Counselling

Lawyers Workshop
2024-06-14 10:00 - 13:00 | St Johns Church Annex, Medlands, Aotea Great Barrier Island, 0991, New Zealand
10am | St Johns Church Medlands Presentation on writing wills. Followed by 15 minute one to one sessions

Island Screens: Movie Night
2024-06-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Barrier Social Club
Movie: Allelujah
The story of a Yorkshire hospital faced with closure. A star-studded adaption of Alan Bennett’s play.
Free entry for Aotea health and AFSG caregivers “pays tribute to the deep humanity of the medical staff
battling limited resources & growing demand”
Rating: M (offensive language and sexual refs) Genre: UK Drama, Comedy
Movies start 7.15pm at Barrier Social Club
Entry on the door is cash $10 / $15
ALL WELCOME
Yummy food from 5.30pm.

Community Kirtan on Winter Solstice
2024-06-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Old Aeroclub
5-7pm | Aeroclub in Claris | All Welcome
Tea and cake after to share. Entry is koha towards community harmonium

Tight Lines Kids Fishing Comp
2024-06-22 08:00 - 15:00
All Details in Poster
Tickets need purchasing in advance

Kawa Marae Youth Programme
2024-06-23 10:00 - 15:00 | Kawa Marae
Bookings Essentials
Activities and location for the day TBD
