'Out on the water, it was spectacular racing in the misty, foggy rain.'

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'Vaccination rates are too low,' says Turanga Health CEO.

Forestry Minister Todd McClay said a range of tools would be available with the changes.

'There were bits of chicken down Nelson Rd.'

In six months, Lana Reed has secured nearly $160,000 to help people live healthy lives.

One business says it's been the ’worst winter in 17 years'.

Lives at risk: Speedsters clocked driving 106km/h past rural school.

Race one in the New Zealand waka ama long distance champs hits the water on Friday.

He's a bit nervous about playing some of his new music and putting himself back out there.

'I needed to hear music that would say, ‘There, there Jonny – it’s going to be ok’.'

What’s on in Tairāwhitii: Waka ama, Gisborne City Vintage Rail and Eastwoodhill Arboretum

'We need your support to help reduce water demand.'

'We acknowledge the extra delay will be frustrating.'

Community health organisations took part in the event.

The biggest recipient received more than $11,000.

Police seized a cutdown firearm.

Platform provides tailored recommendations that align with the values of land stewards.

Groundbreaking studies on brain health set to be unveiled.

Young horticulturist Pip Terekia set to line up in the national Young Grower final.

Close to 1000 paddlers and twice as many supporters are expected in town.

‘When we got out it would have been only 30 seconds later when windows started blowing.'

'In this show, I honour him as an ancestor – as a tupuna of the world of entertainment.'

'We put a strong focus on matching each dog to the right person.'

Poverty Bay had a punishing defeat at the hands of Thames Valley.

A new cell tower for Mahia Peninsula would cost about $1.5 million.

'It’s been a tough year in many ways so winning this prize is huge for me.'

Andrew Robertson still works as a caretaker at a Gisborne school.