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.
Joint project improves awa health
Jess Terekia inspires future kaitiaki at a public talk during Conservation Week.
Gisborne letters on Cook landing anniversary silence lately, space rubbish and ferry deal
Gisborne letters on imminent 255th anniversary, space rubbish, ferry deal.
How every team can win the Ranfurly Shield (except Southland)
All roads will go through Hawke’s Bay starting this weekend against the Tasman Mako.
At last: Waka walkway bridge to be installed next week
Night-time road closures to the port will be in place
Māori artists showcase clay creations in Hineukurangi exhibition
Baye Riddell and Amanda Kemp display pieces highlighting Māori connections to uku (clay).
Proposed changes could reverse lower speed limits across Tairāwhiti network
Concerns have been raised over inconsistent speed limits in Gisborne.
Empower You women’s experience, theatre, rugby and Conservation Week events in Tairāwhiti
Here's what's happening this weekend and coming up in Tairāwhiti.
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.
Gisborne's choral society and civic orchestra teaming up again for Bach concert
Choral society and civic orchestra teaming up again for Bach and Fantasia concert.
'Beacon of hope': Town Clock to light up for World Suicide Prevention Day
Mates Mana workshop set up to help with stress management and self-care
Gisborne letters on seeking doctor support from Cuba, and road works
Gisborne letters on seeking doctor support from Cuba, ferry friction with South Korea.
One dead in SH2 crash north of Gisborne
Emergency services were called to a single-vehicle crash on Matawai Rd.
Gisborne's DrainWise programme hailed a success by mayor
Gisborne's DrainWise scheme hailed for boosting sewage system capacity during wet weather.
Coastal change maps can aid Māori communities in climate adaptation planning
Hope that coastal data will be useful in decision-making, planning.
Free sweet treat at Kiwa Pools to celebrate first anniversary
'Our opening weekend started with a hiss and a roar.'
Land use change to pine plantations could be permanent if we let it - Ewan McGregor
Opinion: Land use change to pine plantations could become permanent.
German newcomer sees potential in Gisborne apples
A German-owned company is investing in Gisborne's apple industry with an orchard purchase.
All hands on deck as Wrights vineyard named tourism wine award finalist
'Our three finalists all demonstrated excellence across our judging criteria': Judge.
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.
Gisborne letters on funeral rights, pot hole repairs, streetlights out
OPINION: Gisborne Herald readers write in on issues including a Road User Charges rip-off.
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
$255m investment to strengthen Gisborne's vulnerable roading network
Mayor Stoltz thanks Govt for investment, highlighting cyclone damage.
NZ tourist dies after balcony fall in Thailand
A Givealittle page has been set up to help bring his body home.
Tairāwhiti iwi gather at Tūrangawaewae Marae to honour Māori King
Iwi of Tairāwhiti have arrived at the tangi for Kīngi Tūheitia.
Four medical events and three trauma injuries kept Eastland Rescue Helicopter team busy last week
Eastland rescue chopper called to four medical events and three trauma injuries last week.
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.
Gisborne letters on a weird Government, dog walking, Grey St, no after-hours GP service
Gisborne letters on weird Govt actions, dogs and leashes, Grey St, no after-hours GPs.
Social media fuelling division: District councillor
Online abuse rising in NZ but interactions mainly positive for Gisborne councillors.
Human connection to the fore in first play by award-winning screenwriter Nick Ward
Review: There is quirky humour and emotional punch in screenwriter Nick Ward's first play.