Readers have their say on issues important to them.

'I see people from all walks of life embracing Matariki and it makes me proud.'

Driver escapes injury, highway closed for two hours.

'Japan’s space industry is one of the fastest growing globally': Beck.

Goals in each quarter for Boys' High; Ngātapa edge Girls' High 3-2.

Dame Cindy Kiro will get a first-hand look at flood-stricken communities.

Local trio win all the major trophies at Fieldays.

Waikohu looking to bounce back after first loss of season.

DoC calls on the public to watch out for juvenile seals as their 'silly season' arrives.

Residents welcome the reopening of Tiniroto Rd at the Hangaroa Bluffs.

Kya Hurihanganui Thornicroft was only 13 when she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer.

'I believe there are better ways to get the job done than by using Trec.'

The Govt's announcement of an inquiry into rural banking is welcomed by Federated Farmers.

'She's blue and gold through and through, and we are very lucky to have her.'

Gisborne's Bradley Anderson wins cadet fencing competition at Fieldays.

'When we get a fully fit first-choice 16, we'll be even more competitive than we are now'.

Pauline Tangiora: Let's all be writing letters again and keep posties in their jobs.

Awards celebrate Māori excellence in digital fields.

Each singer in Gisborne show A Night with The Stars represents a Matariki star.

Dancing opportunities aplenty in Gisborne this weekend, and a piano recital.

The Gisborne council is debating the high cost of road safety vs fines.

This will be his first time performing in Gisborne.

Tātau Tātau o Te Wairoa announces its first five horticulture cadet graduates.

Tairāwhiti aims for sustainable land use amid erosion issues.

A sweet shot has Reuben Mottart buzzing after a hole-in-one at Patutahi.

Waituhi-GBHS is shaping up the as game of the weekend.

Simpson strike proves the difference in goal-for-goal clash.

Council debates forestry levy and a higher rate to cover prosecution costs.