The locals have established a 'rahui' (ban) to allow the overfished reef to recover--a great idea to
revive this tradition to ensure sustainable use of resources... Fishing is forbidden in zones along the reef and cruisers should of course also respect that ban. A chart with the zones (they will change every three years) is available at the Mairie (townhall) in Rairua.
There is a ring road around the island, hikes are possible to Mt Hiro, there are bikes for rent at some of the local pensions.
Ask around and you will find locals doing amazing carvings, drums, canoes and weaving hats, bags and fans the traditional way.
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