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Gabriola orchard now part of Gulf Island cider movement

New Gabriola health and wellness website connects you with the services you need

Electric nylon weed eaters approved by Fire Department

Electric weed eaters, with nylon line, used in early shift (before 1pm and watching the site for an hour following) likely pose less of a risk of a fire than the long grass itself.

Nominate a Neighbour in the RDN’s Water Saver Contest

Until September 4, 2015, the Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) and the City of Parksville will be taking nominations from residents who think their neighbour is doing a great job reducing water consumption. A weekly draw will determine prize winners.

GERTIE’s Summer Fun (so far)

GERTIE’s Friday and Saturday evening pub and restaurant runs, from the Surf Lodge to Silva Bay and in between, are a success so far, and we’ve adjusted the evening schedule so that the times between runs are more even, allowing for dinner and drinks at all locations.

Fishing Report for July 28, 2015

It was an odd week chartering. We caught fish everywhere we went, but no place was really hot.

GIRO build progressing

As some islanders may already be aware, the Gabriola Island Recycling Organization (GIRO) is now undergoing a major renovation.

Busy Season for GabEnergy

The hot, sunny weather that has blanketed the Gulf Islands this spring and early summer has challenged even the most experienced gardeners but it’s also provided the perfect conditions under which to harvest solar energy.

Fishing Report for July 21, 2015

Chinook fishing yo-yoed back to its sketchy pattern last week. There were occasional good catches off Grande to Whalebone, and Entrance Reef, but the consistency of the fishery declined.

Fairyn Bye Receives $2000 Scholarship

The directors of the Gabriola Ambulance Society are pleased to congratulate Fairyn Bye, recipient of the $2,000 annual scholarship awarded by the Society to a Gabriola student who is pursuing a career in the medical field.