Latest from Gisborne District

Teary-eyed Kate hails city river pathway as 'magic'
'The outcome is fantastic and an asset for the community.'

'Good progress' on works at Devil's Elbow, Waikoau Hill
Resurfacing, blasting, drainage and guardrail work being done along State Highway 2.

Fears of serious injury or death as dirt bike riders run amok
'This has to stop before someone gets hurt or killed.': Police

New bill proposed to limit regional councils' role in greenhouse gas regulation
Federated Farmers backs bill to limit local emission regulations.

Gisborne house sales down 39.4%
Winter lull and economic conditions contribute to lower levels of activity, says REINZ.

Jags turn a corner with bounceback victory
'When we stop doing stupid things, we’re as good as anybody,' said coach Tam Cramer.

Westpac reaffirms commitment to Gisborne with bank renovation and local support
Westpac CEO visits Gisborne post-Cyclone Gabrielle, meets locals.

Tight tussles expected in Gisborne premier midweek netball
All set for exciting Whāngārā Old Girls derby at the Y.

Massive woody debris removal continues in Tairāwhiti
Jet boat joins chopper and excavators for river operation.

Beef + Lamb NZ urges farmers to check on their dogs as cold winter bites
As the cold winter temperatures bite, keep an eye on your farm dogs.

Gisborne letters on reducing fossil fuel use, pet poisonings, land use rule
Gisborne letters on reducing fossil fuel use, pet poisonings, land use rules.

Tairāwhiti initiative brings smiles and health services to local families
'Seeing their smile after coming out of the dental clinic makes it all worth it.'

Gisborne BHS last but closing Super 8 gap
'The results don’t match performance': GBHS coach

'Series of challenges' behind Tolaga Bay blueberry farm closure
'It’s time we turn our heads to more viable investment opportunities.'

Bull breeders urged to enter genetics programme that aims to boost sector's profits
The region's bull breeders have been encouraged to join the NZ beef genetics programme.

Wairoa floods: Former police commissioner Mike Bush to review regional council’s management of river bar
The region was hit by severe weather and flooding in late June.

Gisborne auto shop surprises with dual awards at national conference
'I was shocked to be fair': Benson Auto Clinic owner.

Guitar virtuoso Daniel Champagne to dazzle Gisborne at The Dome on Saturday night
Daniel Champagne is to play at 40 locations on his 10th tour of NZ.

Mahia celebrates multi-use sports facility, enhancing local recreation
'Let our young ones be the manu o taiharuru.'

Tuia exhibition: Year 11 art melds heritage with personal growth
Art students celebrate local and cultural identities in Tuia exhibition.

Rugby finals a shot in the arm for Wairoa
'Wairoa will be the winner on the day,' Mayor Craig Little says.

Forestry manager admits loss of public trust in industry
The parties are near agreement in Gisborne's Kanuka Forest case.

LPSC gaining traction in Poverty Bay hockey
Ngātapa-Paikea shaping up as women's clash of the weekend.

What's on in Gisborne? Daniel Champagne, Tuia exhibition, winter Arts and Craft Fair
What's on in Gisborne and regular events.

'Horrendous': Two family pets poisoned, die within hours of each other
'He was howling, shrieking, and running from a demon he couldn’t see.'

Boost for farmers in Trust Tairāwhiti funding round
Iwi radio stations, First Light marathon organisers, theatre group among other recipients

New board for port and airport
'Our new board will play a crucial role in advancing our strategic goals.'

Cyclone aftermath spurs legal fight over Tairāwhiti land practices
Mana Taiao Tairāwhiti seeks rule changes alongside Gisborne council after cyclone damage.