Gisborne Herald news
Gisborne resident fights council over property red-stickered bach
High fences and danger signs line many properties on Makorori Beach Rd.
Semifinal showdowns: TVC v Ūawa, Tokararangi v Waiapu
Ūawa dark horses as TVC look to complete a perfect season with title glory.
On The Up: Miniature backyard pubs a hit for Christchurch family business
Fancy the perfect pint just steps from your back door? Here's how you can get it.
Meet the St John call handler who has delivered 19 babies over the phone
Gemma Cale says seeing photos of baby Leonard brought tears to her eyes.
On The Up: The paddling club of breast cancer survivors set to represent NZ on world stage
'It’s not just about competing ... It’s about strength, courage, rehabilitation.'
YMP, HSOG end round 1 on winning highs
HSOG made to work, YMP dominant in midweek Premier netball games
Homes for those in need blessed in Gisborne
Three homes blessed this week were the first of over 40 Kāinga Ora homes to be blessed.
'We might have lost him': Gisborne boy suffers another setback in cancer battle
Charlie-James, 5, is battling a relapse of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia.
Poverty Bay golfer Jenkins like a fine wine at 70
Down to four in the quest for Te Kanawa Cup men's pairs glory at Gisborne Park
Youth MPs join Parliament, gaining insights from seasoned politicians
Three Youth MPs from the East Coast joined MPs at Parliament in Wellington this week.
Applications open for $100k in environmental project funding around Tairāwhiti
The funding is available for projects enhancing native biodiversity in the area.
Gisborne rates to increase by 9.95% on average, $400 or less for most residents
Rate revenue will rise by 9.95%, with the first instalments to be sent this month.
Premium
Letters: Multicultural Council condemns Destiny Church march; East Coast tourism potential
Gisborne Herald readers share their views.
Appeal withdrawn over unlawful removal of Te Urewera huts
Te Uru Taumatua has withdrawn its appeal against the High Court ruling.
Court holds forestry directors accountable for environmental compliance
The 940-hectare forest poses environmental risks due to erosion-prone terrain.
Letters: isite relocation, $190,000 playground renewal
Gisborne Herald readers share their views.
Power bill increase in Tairāwhiti, but better infrastructure promised
FirstLight Network has increased resilience work as power bills rise in Tairāwhiti.
Residents stop contractors' work on 15-metre cell tower in Gisborne
Residents are peacefully protesting a cell tower in their neighbourhood, blocking work.
Our community
Noisy nights, potholes and damaged tyres: Rural community shares concerns over trucks on road
A petition from residents highlights noise from 1.30am, speeding trucks and road damage.
Letters: Multicultural Council condemns Destiny Church march; East Coast tourism potential
Gisborne Herald readers share their views.
Kaiti resident optimistic about additional jobs with new KFC opening
The store will open next Thursday, July 10.
Gisborne resident fights council over property red-stickered bach
High fences and danger signs line many properties on Makorori Beach Rd.
Semifinal showdowns: TVC v Ūawa, Tokararangi v Waiapu
Ūawa dark horses as TVC look to complete a perfect season with title glory.
Upston says MSD can help Tairāwhiti employers find staff
MSD offers wage subsidies and training to help businesses hire staff.
On Trec: Overcoming 'real problems' at cyclone-hammered Otoko Hill
Recovery work on State Highways 2 and 35 is expected to be finished by mid-2026.
Gisborne builder achieves personal best at Wellington Half Marathon
Mike Robinson placed third with a personal best of 1:08:20 in Wellington.
YMP roll on, first team point for Gisborne Girls' High
No separating teams on scoreboard in women's club clashes.
Rural news
Vege tips: Why you should keep a gardening diary
OPINION: Computers are all good but there's something more tactile about a physical diary.
Worm woes: Tackling sheep parasites in the 1890s
"I was surprised to see such a number of unhealthy sheep on such excellent grass".
Opinion: Are we there yet? The evolution of the great Kiwi Road Trip
Opinion: In holiday road trips of old, getting lost wasn’t a mistake-it was an adventure.
Property news from OneRoof
Car news and advice
BMW M5 review: excess express
BMW's M5 combines technology and pure brute force, but with a truly luxurious overlay.
Leapmotor announces smaller B10 for New Zealand
The Leapmotor B10 will be joining its larger C10 sibling here before the end of the year.
NZ new-vehicle sales June: Government Investment Boost sparks sales bounceback (including a BEV boom)
Numbers are up, and EVs had their best month since the Clean Car Discount.
More Gisborne Herald news
YMP roll on, first team point for Gisborne Girls' High
No separating teams on scoreboard in women's club clashes.
Laying out path to more resilient, reliable transport network
'A roadmap for hard but necessary choices': Council lifelines director
Jahminique Grace Whitehead awarded for health and tech work
'Kids from Tairāwhiti can make it this far too.'
Jenkins proves double trouble for United
United drop to fifth on the Eastern Premiership table, Thistle are third after a default.
HSOG blitz sets up Premier win over Whāngārā
A third-quarter 22-5 surge proves the difference in an otherwise even affair.
Gisborne highway speed limits kept low after strong community support
More than 1200 submissions were received during the six-week consultation.
WorkSafe trial over waste shredder death adjourned
The judge will reserve his decision after an August 8 hearing.
Voyage of recovery: On a mission to help troubled men heal
Julian Hoogland was a rising star who fell. Now he wants to use old boats to help others
'As loyal as they come': 100 Premier games for Te Peehi Fairlie
'He never takes a step back and he always has your back,' says coach Kahu Tamatea
From Makauri to Scotland: Fergus Burke in Scotland squad for tour
Several Gisborne connections in Māori ABs and Scotland team
Hilton Collier appointed Whenua Trust chief executive
He will be the first chief executive of Tairawhiti Whenua Charitable Trust.
Phenomenal bull sales result in $8.67m total across all breeds
NZ record-breakers, significant rise in average prices are highlights of Angus Bull Week
Another winning week of bridge for Joy Marden
Joy Marden, Bette Parker racked up 66.93 in Matariki Charity Pairs.