Latest fromGisborne District
Why Easter trading may be at risk in 2025 for local retailers
Council considers new policy allowing 2025 Easter trade.
Dumped car set alight in dunes
Firefighters put out a burning dumped car along Centennial Marine Dr on Tuesday night.
‘Mud monsters’ on the loose at Eastland karting meeting
Drivers resemble 'mud monsters' as heavy rain disrupts kart meeting
'It felt good all the way': Bousfield on marathon victory
Gisborne marathon: Simon Bousfield triumphs again at First Light event.
‘It’s about time’: $6.9m multisport hub project kicks off in Tairāwhiti
Phase one includes resurfacing nine netball courts and adding multi-use surfaces.
Crashes, medical events and trauma: Seven missions in seven days for Eastland Rescue Helicopter
The region's rescue chopper flew seven times in seven days.
'Retool, upskill': Initiative turns beach debris into job opportunities
Slash for Cash is transforming slash into valuable products.
Letters: Why economic growth shouldn’t mean selling out Kiwis
OPINION: Gisborne Herald readers share their views.
No serious injuries after log mover tips at Eastland Port
And other news briefs from around Tairāwhiti.
No marlin but plenty of yellowfin at Gisborne’s Bay Bonanza fishing competition
The winners were announced at the Tatapouri-Gisborne Fishing Club on Sunday.
‘It’s a blessing’: Mum shares journey of first 2025 baby in Tairāwhiti
Mum and dad feel like new parents again: 'It's been awesome.'
YMP Waka Ama club shines with 6 golds at nationals
YMP Waka Ama Club dominated the junior races at the sprint nationals. Here's why.
Matawhero Saleyards sheep sale postponed due to insufficient stock
A PGG Wrightson stock agent said farmers were “holding off” from putting stock up for sale
Technician investigating Woolworths CO2 alarm incident
Staff at Woolworths supermarket were evacuated Friday morning after a Co2 alarm went off.
Four injured, State Highway 2 closed after serious crash
Four injured in serious Ormond crash that has closed State Highway 2.
Risky tree removed in Palmerston Road
Contractors yesterday removed a hazardous tree from Palmerston Rd near the EIT.
‘Pleased with current levels’: Gisborne eases water restrictions
Gisborne lifted Level 2 water restrictions last week.
Social media backlash for ‘disgraceful’ gym etiquette poster
Gisborne YMCA was accused of 'body shaming' after sharing a Gym Etiquette poster.
‘Absolutely absurd’: Gisborne residents react to beach snub
Gisborne beaches received zero nominations in all categories this year.
Why Tairāwhiti marks Auckland Anniversary Day with a holiday
The Enterprise Motor Group Bay Bonanza fishing contest is a highlight.
13 cases of whooping cough hit Tairāwhiti, baby hospitalised
Nationwide, 1232 cases were notified from October 19 to January 10.
'High public interest': Coroner prioritises hearings on 18 flood, cyclone deaths
The inquiry is likely to examine warnings, weather forecasts, landslide and flood risks.
‘Same work, same pay’: Lab workers strike for wage parity
Lab workers earn 28% to 32% less than their Te Whatu Ora counterparts.
Gizzy surf athletes set to fire at the Mount
Midway, Waikanae and Wainui will have athletes ready to fire at the Mount.
'Fantastic week' for Poverty Bay Year 8 cricketers
Captain Roberts leads PB to four wins from five games.
Sunrise Foundation raises $2m in less than a year to reach $10m milestone
Sunrise Foundation announced the milestone this week after setting the goal in 2024.
'Amazing' response: Nashville-based band returns for NZ tour
From Andes to NZ: The journey of indie-folk trio South for Winter.