'Culturally unacceptable': Wairoa fights to ban blood, mortuary waste in waterways
Mayor says new system will be costly but blood, mortuary waste should not go in the river.
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'Exhausting and scary': Mum shares journey through daughter's health battle
Charity helped a record 4452 families in 2023; CEO warns of rising demand this Christmas.
'A little bit humble': NZ Rugby awards to All Black great, Black Fern
'We’d just go out there and try to do something for the game we got so much out of.'
Te Ruanui ram sale at Matawhero yards baa-rilliant
'Craig and Yvonne have done a lovely job with them'
Home sweet home: Affordable housing development in Wairoa set for opening
Te Rauā features 30 larger whānau homes and 13-bedroom supported living complex
Gisborne District Council news: 2933 logging trucks of woody debris cleared from beaches
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From grudge matches to glory: What to expect at Gisborne golf event
The fun, family-friendly event is being held at the Awapuni Links on January 24.
'Standing with them': Gisborne council's stance against Treaty Bill
Gisborne Council opposes Treaty Principles Bill, citing threats to local partnerships.
Community stalwart can't retire completely after 35 years of volunteer service
Dot McCulloch continues her work with Makaraka Cemetery Trust.
'Steady sales': Gisborne retailers hopeful for Christmas boost
Large retail spending growth for Gisborne may not carry forward into Christmas.
Coastguard Gisborne securing future through Sunrise Foundation
Coastguard's endowment fund 'a call to action' for the community.
'Best of the best': Superstock stars set for Gisborne showdown
Rees family trio to lead the charge in Superstock Thunder series at Gisborne Speedway.
A decade in the making: Stage 2 of port twin berth gets Enviro Court tick
Extensive collaboration with community made outcome possible: Port general manager
Fiesta Latina to heat up Gisborne with salsa and samba at Midway Surf Hub
Experience Latin party vibes at Gisborne’s Fiesta Latina before Christmas.
Encore: Local musicians, Gisborne choir to stage another Christmas concert
'It's going to be a thrilling experience with such strong vocal and instrumental backing.'
What's on in Tairāwhiti this weekend: Diwali Festival, Rising Stars theatre and Christmas concert
What's on in Tairāwhiti this weekend: Diwali Festival, Rising Stars theatre and Christmas
Coast bridge lifted again
The Rotokautuku Bridge on SH35 near Ruatōria was lifted again yesterday.
$31.1m mental health facility opens at Gisborne Hospital
New Gisborne unit prioritises early intervention with two short-stay beds for better care.
Ram sales season set for final flourish at Matawhero Saleyards
Te Ruanui Poll Dorsets to put up 120 of their rams for sale in last big sale for 2024
Basketball tournament big fundraising and community success
'A wonderful day': Basketball event honouring Midge Te Kani brings community together.
Taruheru River's story in photos and video
Heritage Tairāwhiti working with museums 'to tell our vast stories of people and place'.
Local couple triumphs at annual spud competition, winning top prizes
Spud in a Bucket contest raises $2800 for Alzheimer’s support in Gisborne community.
Lap record falls again at Eastland Kart Club
Hall slashes 1.251secs off previous best as Barwick wins feature race
Police give monthly safety training to Gisborne council staff abused by public
Concerning incidents at Gisborne Library include a photocopier being thrown.
Sprinkler use limited as Gisborne battles water scarcity
Gisborne District Council limits sprinklers to 6-8am to curb high evening water demand.
Bragging rights to Tamarau in Battle of the Burbs
'[It's about] getting more fun and a sense of community back into competition surfing.'
Murals reflect student resilience after Cyclone Gabrielle in Te Karaka
Murals at Te Karaka School help students express feelings from Cyclone Gabrielle's impact.
Success at Whangamatā Classic for Gisborne surf lifesavers
Midway’s Ella Sutton and Yahni Brown were standouts.
Decent rain needed by Christmas to dodge the drought word
The east coast needs decent rain soon to stave off the threat of drought.
Bigger and better next year after successful It's a Gizzy Christmas
A practical way 'to keep our whānau safe on the water this summer' is being launched.
Reducing waste: Not-for-profits join forces for home demolitions
Demolition of unsafe homes begins; salvage efforts reduce waste and support community.
'Shattered into a million pieces': Whānau devastated after hunting tragedy
Their comments come as a man is jailed for three years.
Gisborne unveils water filter unit especially designed for the isolated region
The portable water unit can supply fresh water in mass during severe weather events.
Man jailed after boy fatally shoots hunter
John Atkins, a 44-year-old father-of-three, died after he was shot in the head in August.