Gisborne Herald news
'A great thing': Parish embraces new Pope Leo's mission
Tairāwhiti priest praises Leo's experience with the poor in Peru.
On The Up: 'A powerhouse' - Looking back at 40 years of Bayfair
It has grown from 27 stores to more than 140 stores and restaurants.
Preschoolers thrive with free meals in Gate Pā
A positive example of free meals helping kids and community.
What's on in Gisborne; Live rock music, Cooks Cove Harriers Club run and steam train excursion
What's on in Gisborne; Live rock music, Cooks Cove Harriers run and steam train excursion
'Wonderland': Gisborne photographer's creative journey earns top honour
'Impossibly possible': A Gisborne artist's journey to NZ's top photography accolade.
'Incredible experience': Gisborne school leads walking bus challenge
Gisborne Central School has earned $500 for its dedication to walking school buses.
Trio out to be top dogs at North Island champs
Edgington, Nehoff and Irwin are on the leaderboards at Taihape.
Farmers gather for insights on land use and emissions trading
About 140 people attended the field day at Tutumatai Station near Ruatōria.
Eastland Port moves 223,869 tonnes of cargo in April
Eastland port exported nearly 224,000 tonnes of cargo last month.
Rising star: Local lock forward shines in Super Rugby debutSR
Ofa Tauatevalu debuted for Moana Pasifika against the Highlanders.
Premium
Letters: No more excuses for poor meeting attendance by councillors
OPINION: Gisborne Council challenged on meeting attendance and state of Waimata Valley Rd.
Revealed: The three regions where some Sky viewers need extra help, possible new dishes for satellite switch
Sky TV outlines what customers need to do ahead of satellite switchover in mid-April.
Gisborne wineries predict exceptional 2025 vintage after ideal weather
Settled weather boosts Gisborne's 2025 wine vintage
Wairoa’s McNabbs gear up for Pork Pie Run, raise $38k for KidsCan
'Real celebration': Mini fans' charity drive raises thousands for KidsCan
‘Another iconic station has gone into trees’: Last Waipaoa Station block to convert to pine forest
What remains of iconic Waipaoa Station is to go into pinus radiata trees.
‘An absolute success’: Bigger and better Relay for Life raises $125k
Closing lap fills 'whole 400 metres' of track as fundraiser exceeds expectations
Our community
Youth and experience: Gray, Donnelly in Poverty Bay team for Oligoi Jug
Big points needed by Tolaga Bay; Waikohu to boost top-four hopes.
Tigers' Chris Kiri starts with 180 in TAK darts
Team wins to Panthers, Tigers, The Kennel, Whanukz and Ruahine
Home is where the goals are for United, GBHS, Thistle
From riches to rags for students heading into tough derby match.
'A great thing': Parish embraces new Pope Leo's mission
Tairāwhiti priest praises Leo's experience with the poor in Peru.
World Cup winner at helm of Hamoterangi NPEC
'This year is about planting seeds, getting buy-in...': Coast coach
Persistency pays off on opening weekend of duck shooting season
Three shotguns seized for gun magazine and lead shot offences.
Government farm forestry ban good news but questions remain
Farm to forestry conversion loopholes must be closed, Federated Farmers says.
Whangara Angus to host bull-buying workshop
Better Beef Breeding workshop to be staged by B+LNZ on May 22.
Family ties: Father and twins feature in bowling victory
Kahutia Bowling Club won the Burnside Trophy, beating Tolaga Bay.
Rural news
'Prime focus': Avocado industry targets global markets
NZ Avocado plans to diversify export markets, focusing on North America and Asia.
Watch: Deer's ill-fated dash to airport - 'I've hit the darn thing'
It ran across suburban streets and the runway – then authorities intervened.
Winston Peters' rugby days on The Country
Winston Peters, Kendall Langston, Chris Brandolino, Duncan Humm, and Jason Walls.
Property news from OneRoof
Car news and advice
Speeder dreams: jet-powered ‘Airbike’ takes flight with 200km/h hover thrills
Stabilisation setup promises hands-off hover and intuitive control.
No pressure, but do you know how to check and adjust your tyres?
It might seem a but technical (it's not really), but it's a must if you drive a car.
Volvo revives XC70 as long-range plug-in hybrid SUV
China gets first dibs, with the SUV set to go on sale there later this year.
More Gisborne Herald news
Family ties: Father and twins feature in bowling victory
Kahutia Bowling Club won the Burnside Trophy, beating Tolaga Bay.
Three wins, 26 ends: Composite team clinches Bellerby tournament title
Five teams had three wins at the Bellerby Graded Optional Fours Tournament.
'Patience, patience, patience': Farrier's secret to mastering the trade
John Hawthorne has been a farrier for nearly three decades in Gisborne.
'Fatality waiting to happen': Outcry over SH35 speed change
Since reducing to 80km/h, crashes had significantly decreased.
Sports dynasty: Black Ferns 7s achieve world championship treble
Kelsey Teneti helped the Black Ferns 7s win the world title in Los Angeles.
More teams sought for GIZminton social and competitive grades
BIZminton 2025 starts this week for social and competitive badminton players.
'Wonderful job': Chopper Month kicks off with rescue fundraiser
Westpac Gisborne aims to beat last year's $15,000 local fundraising total.
'Fully ablaze': Driver escapes as fire engulfs logging truck
Crews took two hours, 8000 litres of water in putting out blaze.
Outsiders rule: Top young surfers turn it on at Junior Pro
Gisborne's Pardoe and Smith make age group finals as next-gen showcase their potential.
Kohn shows grit in challenging surf at world longboard champs
The Gisborne surfer bows out in the repechage stages at El Salvador's El Sunzal break.
Reigning Champs hit pitch running in club hockey
Wins to YMP, GMC, LOB Traktion and Ngatapa to start the season
'Keep that fire burning': Hapū's ongoing battle for land return
The group have occupied a site on Hirini Street, lighting a fire to signify their protest.
Six in the city: Thistle's Somerton goes on another goal rampage
United put six past Marist; congestion at the top of the table.