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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.
Heavy rain warning for northern parts of Tairāwhiti this week
A Heavy Rain Watch covers northern parts of Tairāwhiti on Thursday and Friday.
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.
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.
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.'
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.
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
'Step in the right direction': Council to investigate land return to hapū
The decision comes after a petition signed by more than 2500 people.
Thar she blows ... wooden whale brings new life to Okitu play area
Sculpture 'a fair bit of wood' encouraging imagination and connection with te taiao
Here come our hotsteppers: Gisborne's 98 Cents to compete at worlds
Victory at nationals means place in Team NZ for Hip Hope Unite World Champs.
Police seize vehicles and cash during Gisborne meth search warrants
Police seize cash, cars and motorcycles in a Gisborne methamphetamine operation
Waikohu winners in midweek netball ... but only just
Girls' High Senior A outgun Whāngārā Old Girls 49-40
'Feel abandoned': Long wait for surgery leaves patient in pain
A Gisborne pensioner waited over a year for sinus surgery amid doctor shortages.
'We’re still struggling': Pensioner's fight to rebuild after devastating floods
Many homes in Wairoa remain empty, with 83 still yellow-stickered.
Over 20,000 injury claims cost more than $64m in Gisborne for 2024
The highest number of injuries since 2021 and the highest cost for injuries in five years.
500% rise in mobility parking violation fine not deterring Gisborne drivers so far
The increase to a $750 fine has been followed by more drivers being penalised in Gisborne.
Whangara, Turihaua, Kenhardt join sell-out sales list
Turihaua sells all 72 of its line-up, a $92,000 top sale boosting the average to $19,583.
Kaiaponi wetland area planted in natives
Kaiaponi Farms Manutuke orchard sees native tree planting initiative in wetlands.
Community feedback sought on $13.2m Te Karaka flood protection plan
A community hui is on June 29 at Māhaki Tiaki Tangata, 69 Kanakanaia Rd.
'Watching over us': Pou whenua unveiling start of Rangatira Marae's path forward for rebuild
The pou is dedicated to Wi Haronga and serves as a guardian for the project.
Gisborne not heavily impacted by winter illness so far, health data shows
Only 1% of Gisborne participants reported fever or cough by June 8.
Top two to do battle at the Y
Close tussles expected throughout the court as Waikohu and YMP face off.
Kaharau clearance continues Bull Week momentum
'It was a stunning display of super cattle that drew hot bidding ...'
Police investigation finds employee ignored supervisor, did not provide proper care for sick prisoner
They refused to call a doctor for a person in custody who said they had passed blood.
Deadline to change between General and Māori rolls for October elections is July 10
Māori voters have until July 10 to change electoral rolls for October elections.