Bird Aversion Training

Okiwi DOC Office 1501 Aotea Road, Great Barrier Island

Free Bird Aversion Training for Dogs Great Barrier is home to many ground-dwelling birds, so each year the Department of Conservation host a Bird Aversion training to teach dogs to stay clear of any birds they may come across on … Read More

Free

Aotea Pestival

Claris Conference Centre 19 Whangaparapara Road, Claris, Great Barrier Island, New Zealand

The Ecology Vision presents a one-day symposium with speakers from around NZ, including Stewart Island/Rakiura. Hear stories from islands undertaking large-scale pest suppression and eradication projects and learn about innovative technologies for pest suppression. Visit www.ecologyvision.co.nz or email ecologyvisiongbi@gmail.com

The Great Fitzroy Raft Race & Bomb Competition

Port Fitzroy Reclamation

Heaps of categories and prizes All ages welcome! Rafts launched at 2.30pm Racing starts at 3pm Register your vessel & team with Casey 0212397051 prior to the 26th.   All contestants must wear lifejackets All rafts and rubbish to be … Read More

Medlands Sandcastle Competition

Medlands Beach Oruawharo Bay, New Zealand

The Medlands Sandcastle Competition is on Friday January 5th 2024, start building at 9am. Get there a bit early to register and find your perfect spot. There are awesome prizes up for grabs, anyone can enter and there are adult … Read More

Coastal Clean-up with Okiwi Kura

Meet at Port Fitzroy Reclamation Please get in touch with our kura if you have a boat available to use. 09 4290 138 BBQ on Rec afterwards

Shoreline Adaptation Plan Drop-In Session – Growers & Makers Market

Claris Conference Centre 19 Whangaparapara Road, Claris, Great Barrier Island, New Zealand

Whether you live near the coast, volunteer on the harbour or you are a regular visitor to your local beach, you can contribute to developing a plan for the future of your local coastal areas. Working together with Auckland Council, … Read More

Guided Stargazing Experience with Good Heavens

Medlands Beach Oruawharo Bay, New Zealand

Aotea Great Barrier Island is a Dark Sky Sanctuary. This means that our island is protected from the harmful effects of light pollution, forever. Aotea's skies are exceptionally clear and dark. Without the impact of artificial light, the island is … Read More

$65 – $130

Guided Stargazing Experience with Good Heavens

Medlands Beach Oruawharo Bay, New Zealand

Aotea Great Barrier Island is a Dark Sky Sanctuary. This means that our island is protected from the harmful effects of light pollution, forever. Aotea's skies are exceptionally clear and dark. Without the impact of artificial light, the island is … Read More

$65 – $130

Guided Stargazing Experience with Good Heavens

Medlands Beach Oruawharo Bay, New Zealand

Aotea Great Barrier Island is a Dark Sky Sanctuary. This means that our island is protected from the harmful effects of light pollution, forever. Aotea's skies are exceptionally clear and dark. Without the impact of artificial light, the island is … Read More

$65 – $130