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The people of Great Barrier today retain the rugged, determined streak that their pioneers - both Maori and European - built their tough reputations on when they settled on the island.

Like many residents of Great Barrier, Awana people have fascinating stories to tell about the history of their remote settlement and its colourful characters.

ACT has continued to remove feral predators and monitor wildlife in
the Awana area on
Great Barrier Island.
Click below to find out more Awana News

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The Awana Catchment Trust relies on the goodwill and generosity of public and private donors. If you would
like to make a donation please contact us
(info@awana.co.nz).

These days you're only likely to spot the Brown Teal in parts of Auckland and Northland. And
Great Barrier Island is
the only place where
their numbers are
not declining!

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