Pick of the bunch: yields down, quality “fantastic”
With the harvest almost complete, Waiheke wine growers agree that challenging growing conditions have slashed yields across the motu.
On the upside, the harvest has...
Power outage causes big losses for businesses
The power outage in Oneroa on Thursday forced businesses to shut losing revenue estimated to be well over $100,000.
Popular eateries including Fenice, Oyster Inn,...
Community to the rescue
When a prolonged power outage in Oneroa last week looked like it might mean thousands of dollars’ worth of frozen food would be wasted,...
Walkathon gives fundraising a giddy up
Keen local walkers were joined by Waiheke Island Pony Club members and supporters last Sunday to raise rebuilding funds for facilities gutted by fire...
Jazz festival shines on
2024’s sell-out Waiheke Jazz Festival has once again been hailed a roaring success, with an Easter weekend of sunshine and high notes across the...
Tantalus withdrawn from sale
One of Waiheke’s largest employers, Tantalus Estate, has been withdrawn from sale, with its owners re-committing to long-term ownership.
The 8.3-hectare winery, which currently employs...
Waiheke United kicks off season with vibrant win
Waiheke kicked off the new season with a confident 2-0 home win over pre-season favourites Bucklands Beach on Saturday.
After suffering consecutive relegations in the...
The ‘financialisation’ of Waiheke’s baches
The Waiheke bach used to be seen warmly as an idyllic family retreat, but as property prices and the costs of living creep ever...
