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‘Champion for the Coast’: Bill Burdett remembered by friends, colleagues and whānau
The former councillor and East Coast Rugby Union life member died on Thursday.
'Disheartening': Gisborne beaches need a clean ... again
Contractors shifting bigger debris on the city beaches after the storm
Gisborne multisport facility scores $6.9m investment from trust
First phase of Victoria Sports and Recreation Hub is set to be completed by May next year.
'Heartbreaking' report: Council land acquisition from mana whenua detailed
Gisborne adopts a new strategy after revealing historical land disputes.
Lydia Edwards sentenced to community work for aiding migrant visa breaches
Lydia Noi Edwards was sentenced to 90 hours' community work and her company fined $15,600.
Arson charge laid over boarding house fire
A man has been arrested and faces an arson charge after a Gisborne boarding house fire.
John Pennington's new photo exhibition opens at Gizzy Local
Gisborne exhibition showcases Pennington's unique photography
Man dies after suspected medical event leads to crash in Gisborne
A car left Roebuck Rd and crashed into the driveway entrance of a Gisborne home.
Premier quinella for Gisborne pair at Mount
Barry Memorial Croquet Club duo Hogan and Hayes fire in singles competition
Hunter and Kenzie Ross riding high in Australia
Siblings Hunter and Kenzie Ross are creating a stir in Western Australian rodeo circles
On in Tairāwhiti this weekend; Latin party, monthly market and photo exhibition
On in Tairāwhiti this weekend; Latin party, monthly market and photo exhibition
Spirit of giving: Sallies and SuperGrans ramp up Christmas support for families
Salvation Army's Christmas effort for families a 'hand-up, not hand-out'.
One arrested, one moderately injured after SH2 crash
The crash on Wednesday afternoon spilled fuel close to the Waipaoa River Bridge.
Almost 80% of cyclone repair projects on Tairāwhiti highways completed
TREC praises iwi, communities for support during highway repairs.
Golf Roundup: Full field for Patutahi Christmas tournament
Sub-80 drought-breaker oh so close for Poverty Bay's Harbottle
Inside Rhythm and Vines' preparations for biggest festival crowd in years
Gisborne District Council granted consent for camp capacity to expand from 15000 to 20000.
Paid surf lifeguards are on the job
The paid surf lifeguards have begun work protecting three city beaches Monday to Friday.
'An honourable achievement': Teen racer to represent NZ in Australia
Koby Gooch, 15, to race in NZ youth ministock team; family proud of his achievements.
'Pride in celebration': Strong turnout for Diwali event
How a vibrant Diwali festival is bringing the community together
'It's very sad': Gisborne cafe hit by $8k theft before Christmas
Offenders caught on CCTV breaking into Peel St business.
Stand Tū Māia secures four-month funding extension to search for long-term solutions
Stand Tū Māia is fighting for its future, securing operations until April.
'Arson inquiry': Fire damages room at Gisborne City Lodge
A bedroom was substantially damaged, but residents evacuated safely.
Eastland Port names five water scholarship recipients
Eastland Port has awarded five $1000 scholarships to top water athletes.
Rising stars: Young footballers impress at national futsal event
Gisborne players excel in Palmerston North, with strong performances across all grades.
Have paddle, will travel: Waka ama coach takes it to the world
Gisborne's Vesna Radonich practising what she preaches in waka ama.
'Nothing more for ratepayer': Councillor slams water infrastructure plan
Gisborne debates water options: Lower short-term costs vs long-term savings.
Gisborne success at horse shows around the North Island
Resurgence of local riders in the working hunter and hunter jumping classes