“Devastating”: Gulf Forum says better tracing needed as plastic litters beaches
The Hauraki Gulf Forum is investigating how to better identify the sources of microplastic pollution after millions of white plastic pellets washed up on...
Running it straight ‘total madness’ say rugby greats
Waiheke resident and illustrious All Blacks coach Sir Graham Henry says the controversial and recently trending Run It Straight competition is ridiculous and more...
Men’s health: A conversation that matters
June is Men’s Health Month and the Ostend Medical Centre are putting on a Men’s Health Evening at the RSA on Wednesday 25 June,...
Call to join Waiheke’s emergency response team this weekend
Waiheke Local Board chair Cath Handley is calling for volunteers to put their hands up and get involved with Auckland Emergency Management’s upcoming Waiheke...
It’s okay to hate AI
Last week the billionaire owner of an AI firm predicted that AI technologies could erase half of all entry-level office jobs. While Dario Amodei’s...
Proposed lease increases could kill off Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre
The Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre won’t survive Auckland Council’s proposed leasing fee increases, says an executive board member for the centre, potentially ending nearly...
Dig deep for community planting days
Tree planting season has officially begun around the island, and in true Waiheke fashion several groups are organising community planting days.
Over 350 trees need...
Cuisine author has another secret to reveal
Secret recipes – we’ve all got one, or want one.
After authoring 16 books on literally hundreds of recipes with thousands of ingredients, popular cuisine...