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Gisborne events in coming days and weeks, plus regulars
What's on in Gisborne over the next week and month, plus regular events.
More one-lane roads an option amid 'hard-nose' decisions
Amid funding squeeze, more one-lane roads suggested as an option.
Bitches' Box comedy tour raises $25k for Farmstrong
The Bitches' Box shows by comedians Amelia Dunbar and Emma Newborn drew 1800 people.
Cyclone Gabrielle prompts Gisborne to consider local rapid response teams
Gisborne plans new emergency teams after Cyclone Gabrielle.
John Swiatczak takes helm at Gisborne Hospital
Former nurse John Swiatczak is the new boss at Gisborne Hospital.
R2 bull sales off to a strong start in Tairāwhiti
Gold Creek and Kerrah Simmentals studs had strong sales this week.
Gisborne travellers tell of being caught in Noumea riots
World Travellers Gisborne owners saw burning tyres on the road and sensed unrest building.
More rain is on the way
The easterly weather system brings heavy rain and there's more coming.
Trade Aid Tairāwhiti shifts to online-only amid store closures
Trade Aid stores to close nationwide as it shifts to an online focus.
What Gisborne people are thinking: alcohol harm, rail link, Grey St trial
What Gisborne people are writing to the paper about today.
Call for a street to be named after pioneer radio operator
Zoom call reunites NZ and Argentina
'Epic' East Coast heat of Rockquest
Smokefreerockquest 2024: Tairāwhiti's top acts chosen for regional final.
Flat Gisborne Thistle fall to Wanderers
Jags lack clinical touch in Central Fed League defeat.
Forestry firms argue against rate hikes, citing already high payments
Residents say forestry firms should boost payments for debris clean-up and road repairs.
Gisborne council debates iwi representation in new leadership body
The LLB will address key issues and members are evenly split between iwi and council.
New pathway will make a difference at Te Puia
Patient journey eased with tweaks to Te Puia Hospital's helipad.
Gisborne Digest: Pink Shirt Day, weather warning, Foon on farm ownership
Gisborne digest covers Pink Shirt Day, weather warning, backing for lifeguards.
Closing in on solution to Māhia's Blacks Beach erosion issue
Answer to coastal erosion issue in final design stages.
'Exciting new chapter' in Gisborne paddler's journey
Sponsorship needed to get Gisborne ski and kayak national champ to Bulgaria.
Six week meditation course promises peace and focus
Gisborne health coach Becs Erickson teaches powerful meditation techniques.
Farming for Profit field day at Ngātapa this month
Beef+Lamb NZ invites farmers to a field day on Farming for Profit.
CEO warns Gisborne indoor sports centre "dead in the water" without funding
Indoor centre could host multiple sports and boost local economy.
Gisborne District Council future-proofing waste disposal submissions
“Each decision we make today affects their future - take responsibility."
'Gisborne needs no-frills budget': Residents have say on council plans
'Grey St fiasco' sparks debate on spending priorities for district.
Gisborne council seeks locals for crucial erosion control group
The Ūawa Group seeks community members, to consider Tairāwhiti's land and water future.
Schools handled threat emergency really well: Police
"I’ve got nothing but praise for them, particularly Lytton High."
Poverty Bay into pennants final after 18th-hole drama
Patutahi ease into Oligoi final and Poverty Bay win thriller.
Four events celebrating classic Gisborne chardonnays over one weekend.
Chardonnay Affair is all about savouring Gisborne’s delicious chardonnay.
Gisborne mayor calls for better Nema comms
Mayor Rehette Stoltz sees further improvements needed with Nema response.
Flora and fauna on mixed media presented in new exhibition at Gisborne gallery
An appreciation of wine and love of native birds reflected in aptly named exhibition.