Environmentalists and farmers question Govt proposals on forestry rules
Forestry Minister cites 'unworkable regulatory burden' as a reason for proposed changes.
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Tairāwhiti councillors divided on freshwater planning
Gisborne councillors ponder whether to wait for national guidance on freshwater planning.
LeaderBrand chief executive Richard Burke leaving role at end of year
New leadership at horticultural business next year as McPhail brothers take over.
Joint project improves awa health
Jess Terekia inspires future kaitiaki at a public talk during Conservation Week.
Perfection comes in threes for Vonnie
Club championship title, tournament win and a hole-in-one.
Club football supremacy on the line this weekend
Two local knockout cup finals to be decided in Gisborne.
Report reveals final tragic moments of boy killed by log at Gisborne beach
Oliver Shone, 11, was on holiday when he tragically was killed by a log at Waikanae Beach.
Proposed changes could reverse lower speed limits across Tairāwhiti network
Concerns have been raised over inconsistent speed limits in Gisborne.
Māori artists showcase clay creations in Hineukurangi exhibition
Baye Riddell and Amanda Kemp display pieces highlighting Māori connections to uku (clay).
Young Jags players' fitness to be put to the test
'Half the team will be fresh and half will be exhausted', says the coach.
Tairāwhiti's aerospace vision: Unlocking economic and cultural opportunities
A 5% market share could boost Tairāwhiti's economy by $500 million and create 4000 jobs.
One dead in SH2 crash north of Gisborne
Emergency services were called to a single-vehicle crash on Matawai Rd.
Coastal change maps can aid Māori communities in climate adaptation planning
Hope that coastal data will be useful in decision-making, planning.
Gisborne's DrainWise programme hailed a success by mayor
Gisborne's DrainWise scheme hailed for boosting sewage system capacity during wet weather.
German newcomer sees potential in Gisborne apples
A German-owned company is investing in Gisborne's apple industry with an orchard purchase.
Otoko crash: Three seriously injured, State Highway 2 closed
Three people have been taken to Gisborne Hospital with serious to critical injuries.
Fever's hidden strength: Gisborne woman's research reveals T-cells' 'supercharged' response
'Fever might be our body's way of launching an attack against infection.': researcher
Gisborne flights disrupted by volcanic ash from Whakaari/White Island
Six flights between Auckland and Gisborne were cancelled on Tuesday.
Gisborne school denies breaching resource consent for five years
Gisborne school seems to have breached consent by operating classes on ground floor.
All hands on deck as Wrights vineyard named tourism wine award finalist
'Our three finalists all demonstrated excellence across our judging criteria': Judge.
$255m investment to strengthen Gisborne's vulnerable roading network
Mayor Stoltz thanks Govt for investment, highlighting cyclone damage.
Tairāwhiti iwi gather at Tūrangawaewae Marae to honour Māori King
Iwi of Tairāwhiti have arrived at the tangi for Kīngi Tūheitia.
Super-sub: Shanks scores late equaliser for Thistle
There's plenty riding on Thistle's last league game.
Restoring rivers with community support
Tairāwhiti Wai Connections offers tailored support for catchment issues.
Silicosis threat greater than asbestos: push for NZ to act on deadly dust
Call to ban engineered stone benchtops in NZ due to silicosis risk.
Irving, Smith do the double at lifesaving worlds
Gizzy hard as New Zealand pipped by Aussies for overall honours
Social media fuelling division: District councillor
Online abuse rising in NZ but interactions mainly positive for Gisborne councillors.
Gizzy Hard: Young Midway clubbies mixing it with world's best
Brown, Petro make several ocean, beach event finals on Gold Coast.
Fifth arrest over Smash Palace alleged serious assault incident
'We are still looking for three others': police
Tairāwhiti's Ben Green joins elite team of national emergency controllers
"To be selected from a national pool ... is perhaps an aspirational pinnacle."
Horticultural society celebrates centenary with high tea and flower show
Editor of NZ Gardener to speak at the society's 100-year celebrations.
Big Norm's visits to Gisborne: tea, talks, and lasting friendships
Today marks 50 years since PM Norm Kirk's sudden death, leaving the nation in shock
New homes, new beginning for those in need
Gisborne couple move into a new home after two years in a motel room.
'The loss of another great Māori leader': Ngāti Porou
Ta Selwyn Parata praises Kīngi Tūheitia's leadership and unity efforts for te ao Māori.