Gisborne Herald news
'Deeply saddened': Air India fatal crash hits close to home
'Our hearts go out to everyone affected by this tragic event': TMC president
'A lot of fun': Planting project rewarding for farming couple
“We’d like to thank everyone who has helped us with potting up seedlings & planting out."
'My heart goes out': Cafe feeds homeless with pay it forward meals
Each week on Koha Monday the cafe offers free meals, funded by a 'pay it forward' system.
Bell set to ring for round 2 of Poverty Bay club hockey
GMC, LPSC derbies looking like one-way traffic on round 1 form
This one's for Ronnie: Whāngārā derby fitting homage for much-loved coach
'This will be a special tribute to their coach, friend and mentor.'
Power bill increase in Tairāwhiti, but better infrastructure promised
FirstLight Network has increased resilience work as power bills rise in Tairāwhiti.
Gone in 28 seconds: Tapuae's Manuel stuns OBM with quickfire try
High School Old Boys are up into third after their Carmichael Cup win over Ngātapa.
What's on in Gisborne: Gigs, exhibitions, and more this month
Holly Cookie Baker's tour stops at Smash Palace on June 15.
On The Up: Sisters celebrate their heritage in Tairāwhiti Museum exhibition
It's the first time the sisters have exhibited together as a family group.
Rising Kiwi artists announce North Island tour dates
Trio's Homegrown Road Trip starts in Gisborne on June 26.
Premium
Power bill increase in Tairāwhiti, but better infrastructure promised
FirstLight Network has increased resilience work as power bills rise in Tairāwhiti.
Residents stop contractors' work on 15-metre cell tower in Gisborne
Residents are peacefully protesting a cell tower in their neighbourhood, blocking work.
'Not fit for a dog': Gisborne tenant reveals harsh realities of rental hunt
Gisborne's median rent on Trade Me in April was $680, the highest in New Zealand.
Gisborne football clubs Thistle and United take losses away and at home
Gisborne Thistle and United no longer lead Eastern Premiership
Letters: Argentinian Pampas spread uncontrolled, Musical Theatre Gold review
Gisborne Herald readers share their views.
Jobs to go as EIT plans cuts after failed merger
It has been a gruelling few years for staff at Eastern Institute of Technology.
Our community
Lawyer praises council's low job settlement costs of $123k over six years
The average annual settlement cost was $20,540.5.
'Drinking, urinating, littering': Gisborne booze ban extension gains majority support
80% support adding Kaiti Memorial Park and areas around Kaiti School to a ban zone.
Gisborne's Hawaiki Tūranga sculpture starts to stand after asbestos cleared from site
But the exact cost to ratepayers is unknown.
'Deeply saddened': Air India fatal crash hits close to home
'Our hearts go out to everyone affected by this tragic event': TMC president
'Pretty frightening': Turbulent experience as flight passes through thunderstorm
Passengers stunned after 'massive drop in aircraft flight' over Bay of Plenty
Trust Tairāwhiti plans 'proactive approach' to tackle Gisborne's dropping cruise bookings
Cruise visits drop to 10 next season here - Trust Tairawhiti takes proactive approach.
Former All Black Bridge in talks for Super Rugby return
Western Force 'poised' to sign former All Black winger for Super Rugby Pacific.
Taking another shot at B.G. Cup glory 31 years after losing final
Tamatea, Kahukoti qualify top for Te Kanawa Cup men's pairs at the Park course.
Youth blood donations drop 25%, raising supply concerns for NZBS
The average age of donors in New Zealand has increased to 43.
Rural news
Tribunal asked to halt seabed mine fast-track
South Taranaki hapū and iwi are seeking a tribunal injunction to block the process.
'Still a long road': Volunteers tackle Northland's marine pollution
Local crews collected 106,000 litres of litter in Northland over three months.
1000 kills and counting: Golf course's predator control success
Hastings Golf Course bird life thrives as predator numbers decline.
Property news from OneRoof
Car news and advice
Ford Tourneo Courier & Transit Courier: unwrapping the box
Are these cars or vans? There's no need to decide!
Ford Ranger PHEV first drive: rough summary
Ford takes us on a mission to show that the plug-in Ranger is still super-tough.
Are new car smells toxic? What you should know before buying
Behind that plasticky, leather-adjacent aroma lies a complex cocktail.
More Gisborne Herald news
Youth blood donations drop 25%, raising supply concerns for NZBS
The average age of donors in New Zealand has increased to 43.
Rhythm and Vines organisers to support SuperGrans Tairāwhiti Trust with fundraising
Rhythm and Vines has made SuperGrans Tairawhiti their official charity partner.
Gisborne council urges participation in local elections, Māori wards vote
Nominations open on July 4 and close on August 1.
'Out of control': Fed Farmers welcomes laws to stop carbon forestry on productive farms
Fears 750,000 breeding ewes will be lost from land going into pine trees.
Residents stop contractors' work on 15-metre cell tower in Gisborne
Residents are peacefully protesting a cell tower in their neighbourhood, blocking work.
'Not fit for a dog': Gisborne tenant reveals harsh realities of rental hunt
Gisborne's median rent on Trade Me in April was $680, the highest in New Zealand.
Watch: Police probe after 'distressing' footage emerges of youths hurling baby goat to death
A group of snapback cap-wearing youths holler and squeal with delight in the video.
'Decades of underinvestment': Gisborne play space to get significant upgrade
The Elgin project will cost $190,000, the only significant renewal until 2027.
Defending champs take round one honours
YMP A and GMC Green have perfect records after the first round of matches.
Children's Commissioner calls for urgent action on poverty, mental health
Dr Claire Achmad is calling for bipartisan action to end child poverty in New Zealand.
OKK show 'outstanding competitive spirit and humility'
Top three honours for Ormond Kyokushin Karate Club at Hastings tournament.
‘One-in-a-million’ Gisborne netball coach to be farewelled after sudden death
Iconic, legendary netball coach Ronnie Martin's funeral service is on today.
Rotorua outgun Gisborne Boys' High in Super 8 games
There were wins for Tapuae, Ngātapa, YMP in Poverty Bay Premier club competition.
The stars among us: Celebrating Gisborne's community volunteers
The event features short films by local filmmakers in Gisborne.