New ZealandNew fires burning on Great Barrier IslandNew fires are burning on Great Barrier Island as firefighters work to strengthen containment lines with controlled vegetation burnoffs.24 Jan 05:27 AM
New ZealandBarrier fire: 'There's still work to be done'Firefighters continue to work on the perimeter of the Great Barrier Island fire which flared up overnight but stayed within containment lines.23 Jan 10:40 PM
New ZealandGreat Barrier Island fire under controlA huge bush fire that has raged across Great Barrier Island in the Hauraki Gulf for more than a day is under control tonight.23 Jan 06:58 AM
New Zealand'Devastating' fire on islandAbout 40 rural volunteer firefighters are battling a blaze threatening homes and businesses on Great Barrier Island, off the tip of the Coromandel Peninsula.22 Jan 06:07 AM
New ZealandBig vegetation fire on Great Barrier IslandFirefighters have extinguished a large vegetation fire on Great Barrier Island overnight.20 Jan 10:34 PM
New ZealandIsland's conservation scareSniffer dogs were used to check predator-free islands off Northland's coast after a boat broke a mooring and drifted onto rocks, sparking a conservation scare.29 Oct 09:08 PM
New ZealandShot kaka will never fly againVets at the Auckland Zoo operated on a Kaka that was found shot on the Great Barrier Island. A metal pellet that was lodged in the wing was removed however the bird will not be able to fly again. Photos by Sarah Ivey10 Jul 05:43 AM
TravelGreat Barrier Island: The jewel of the GulfGreat Barrier is regenerating after its destructive past, finds Cliff Taylor.21 May 12:30 AM
TravelLiving it up on Great Barrier IslandThe island lives up to its reputation as one of the Gulf's most magical spots, finds Catherine Smith. 17 Mar 04:30 PM
TravelGreat Barrier Island: Home built from wreck's bonesPioneer brothers created a memorial to a wrecked ship, says Raewyn Court.03 Nov 04:30 PM
LifestyleMy Auckland: Waiheke IslandFraser Munroe has been a stonemason for 17 years, and his quality stonework can be seen at many of Waiheke Island's vineyards and lodges. He tells Raewyn Court what he loves about living on the island. 19 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandPsych tests for man accused of ex-girlfriend's kidnapNathan Boulter faces a raft of charges including abducting and causing grievous bodily harm to ex-girlfriend.31 May 11:42 PM
TravelGreat Barrier Island: Close to heavenKirsten Warner is captivated by the beauty and mystery of Great Barrier Island.25 Mar 04:30 PM
TravelGreat Barrier Island: Breaking the stress barrierA mini-break to Great Barrier Island can combine luxury, solitude and adventure - as well as breathtaking scenery.12 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandGreat Barrier sailor fleeing tsunami runs agroundA sailor trying to save his yacht from a potential tsunami has run aground off Great Barrier Island.11 Mar 05:48 PM
New ZealandMan to appear in court following alleged abductionA man will appear in court tomorrow in connection with an alleged assault and abduction on Great Barrier Island.22 Jan 11:43 PM
New ZealandBoy helps in rescue of abducted womanA 9-year-old boy helped rescue Nortessa Montgomerie yesterday, 36 hours after she was abducted on Great Barrier Island.22 Jan 04:30 PM
