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Jobs to go as EIT plans cuts after failed merger
It has been a gruelling few years for staff at Eastern Institute of Technology.

Future student leaders learn service by giving pyjamas to kids in need
Students from 36 schools gathered at Waikanae Surf Life Saving Club.

Gisborne doctors on strike donate $2236 to local foodbank
Gisborne doctors donated $2360 to SuperGrans Tairāwhiti during their strike.

From psychologist to cop: Top of the police class at 41
'I am living proof that it is never too late to achieve your dreams.'

On a roll: YMP whitewash champs Tapuae
OBM hold on as Ngātapa charge back, HSOB and Pirates turn on 15-try spectacle.

Palmie power to Super 8 win over Gisborne
'We're a better side than the scoreboard suggested,' says coach Jefferson.

Braemar dance competition returns to Gisborne this weekend
The competition is at the War Memorial Theatre.

Brothers at arms: Dylan beats Matthew in family duel
Dylan Foster skipped the winners of the Tom Duffin Fours to earn his 22nd centre title.

Labour voices opposition to East Coast election boundary proposal
Labour says moving Murupara to the Rotorua electorate risks cutting community ties.

What's on in Gisborne: Local artists' exhibition, theatre, music and more
What's on in Gisborne: Ride the steam train, hear music, and check out art.

King's Birthday lunchtime extravaganza returns
Extravaganza has become traditional event on St Andrew's music calendar

Big $142,857 Lotto win for small East Coast community
The Four Square Ruatōria store manager said it felt great for a community member to win.

'Extremely difficult': 45 jobs will be lost in Columbine Industries closure
Columbine Industries in Disraeli St will close in about two months, with 45 roles ending.

'Determination and hard work': New judge hailing from Gisborne sworn in
Sacha Nepe began her legal career in Rotorua and joined Preston Matenga in 1999.

Senior doctors say US doctors crucial to Gisborne Hospital operations
Hospital relying heavily on US doctors due to Trump-era impacts according to some doctors.

Father and son partnership clinch foursomes title
Patutahi power to Endeavour Shield men's pennants glory.

Social teams set to start two weeks of playoffs
Competitive grade of mercantile badminton league producing exciting ties.

Pennants treble: Historic day for Patutahi Golf Club
'Tahi claims Tairāwhiti men's pennants, Pounamu Trophy and Endeavour Shield titles.

On The Up: Gisborne’s DStevens recognised for school project in 70th year
The project, Te Hīnātore, won a Silver Award at the 2025 NZ Commercial Project Awards.

East Coast student bands selected for Smokefreerockquest regional final
12 local bands will perform at the regional final on June 6.

'Mind-blowing to us': Drift event exceeds expectations with top drivers
Top Kiwi drift drivers, including 13 D1NZ competitors, participated in the event.