The Aotea Great Barrier Island hunting area is located on Aotea Great Barrier Island, 80 km east of Auckland city. Hunting is permitted in three blocks, in the north, centre and south of the island. The terrain in both hunting blocks is generally hilly and is predominantly covered in broadleaf coastal and regenerating kauri forest.
Aotea Great Barrier Island can be accessed by air, ferry or private boat.
Climate
The Auckland region has a warm temperate climate, with warm humid summers and mild, wet winters. In the winter, the average daily maximum is around 14.5 C, rising to around 23 C in summer. Rainfall occurs year round, with an average of 1,240 mm per year.
Stop kauri disease and protect kauri
- Scrub all soil off shoes and gear.
- Use cleaning stations.
- Always stay on the track.