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Music, kai and lots of sustainability

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The Waiheke Collective are gearing up to celebrate the many local community groups and organisations working to regenerate Waiheke’s biodiversity. Formerly known as Pestival,...

Rebecca Cunningham-Rose, you are an Ironwoman

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Every year about 1.1 million people complete a marathon. That is roughly 0.01 percent of the world’s population who finish the 42.2km distance.  Last Saturday,...

Airborne catamaran brings down powerlines

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Extreme winds caused chaos on Monday evening, flinging boats into the air and bringing down powerlines. The wild winds reportedly tossed a dinghy into...

Gulf boards double down on helipad ban, as Waiheke joins the push

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The Waiheke Local Board has voted unanimously to join Councillor Mike Lee and both the Aotea Great Barrier and Waitematā Local Boards in pushing...

Regular ferry service launches for Man O’ War Bay

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Man O’ War has confirmed that construction on an extension to their farm jetty has started. The plan includes a 23.8m gangway and a...

Ecofest celebrates all things sustainable

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It’s that time of year again, when eco activities across Tāmaki Makaurau roll into one to celebrate the environment and sustainable living. Ecofest 2024...

Team effort sees emergency housing get the go-ahead

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Permission has been granted for emergency and transitional housing at Living Waters Church in Surfdale – providing accommodation for 15 people and two staff...

Scientists discover undersea marvels beneath the Gulf

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Marine scientists have been exploring never-before-seen reefs in the Hauraki Gulf, using remote operated vehicles to reach depths of 90 metres. It’s part of a...