Gallery pitches community ceramic studio
The island’s pottery spaces are bursting at the seams after long-term efforts to cultivate the craft on the island bear fruit. But finding new...
AT plans upgrades to ‘unlock’ Mātiatia keyhole
Wider footpaths, extended shelter, a raised pedestrian crossing and an improved bus stop are among the upgrades being investigated as part of the Mātiatia...
Potaka warned of possible legal action over stalled marine reserve decision
Minister of Conservation Tama Potaka’s refusal to decide on the pending Hākaimangō-Mātiatia Marine Reserve application could see legal proceedings started against him, says Friends...
Local celebrity kekeno seals superstardom
Move over, influencers. There’s a new celebrity in town, and he’s got whiskers, flippers and four million views.
James, a juvenile New Zealand fur...
Farewell to a man whose character was defined by ‘salt and hard labour’
“I’ve never been to a funeral in my life. Don’t want anyone at mine. My carcass will be dropped in the deep, off Mayor...
Waiheke home wins supreme honours at House of the Year
A holiday home in Onetangi has won multiple awards at the 2026 Auckland, Northland and Coromandel House of the Year Awards. The home won...
Member’s bill extending ACC to volunteer firefighters ‘step in right direction’ says fire chief
Volunteer firefighter chief Bruce Sciascia welcomes a parliamentary member’s bill proposing to extend ACC cover to volunteer firefighters after it was drawn from the...
‘Riot on the rock’ brings Syndrome to the motu
The island will host a full throttle heavy music lineup on Saturday 15 August, with bands Sprawl and Charlie’s Vendetta set to take the...
