For many years, Aotea has lacked a dedicated drug and alcohol counselling service. This has now changed, with Community Alcohol and Drug Services (CADS) sending someone over each month, with contact also available with that person throughout the month (by … Read More
A new youth program has launched, supporting and creating new learning, connection and fun activities through the winter months Kawa Marae Taiohi Tū Māia Program will run fortnightly on Sundays from 10am – 3pm. This may however change, due to … Read More
Lurline (Lou) Reed’s passion for both children and Māori culture has enabled Te Reo me ōna tikanga to become an essential part of Ōkiwi school and the community for the past 34 years. Last week, Lou retired. We share her … Read More
Kowhitiwhiti Moana, Snapping Shrimp, Alpheus novaezealandiae, Pistol Shrimp – whatever you call them, they are loud! Lying on board a boat at night can sometimes sound like you’re floating in a bowl of rice bubbles at breakfast time. Some people … Read More
Steering group established to tackle actions set out in the Destination Management Plan. A new steering committee has convened, following the initial tourism hui that discussed the Destination Management Plan back in February, attendees from that meeting who showed interest … Read More
On the 26 April the Aotea Early Learning Centre turns one! Years in the making, this pivotal organisation has transformed lives across the island since it opened its doors nearly 365 days ago. Offering three days of licensed pre-school education … Read More
Update Monday 29 April – Total sitting at an amazing $19,370 – excess funds will go towards funding future paramedic roles. Two weeks to raise $14,000 for qualified Paramedic cover for Aotea’s Ambulance Update as of 29 April at 10am … Read More
Kahili Ginger (Hedychium gardnerianum), is a major threat to Aotea, an invasive pest plant with a liking for choking out native flora. Its shade tolerant nature allows it to take hold in even the most pristine native bush and it … Read More
Adam Johnston is Aotea’s full time, volunteer paramedic. Changes in our 24/7 services may be afoot and he tells us why Fifteen-years-ago, Adam Johnston was called to Aotea Great Barrier. When holidaying one calm winter day at his beach house … Read More
A Sparkle of Stargazing In this stargazing snippet let’s gaze at Orion and his dogs before they set in the west. Start by popping on some warm clothes and turning all the lights off. Go outside and take at least … Read More