Lena Keenan's week on Mobile Surgery Unit fuels her passion for health careers
The Tairāwhiti rangatahi will take home the skills she learnt at the MSU.
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Time running out for East Coast Farm Environment Awards entries
Chance to celebrate farmer and grower achievement, showcase good practices.
700 pests eradicated in cull competition at Whāngārā
The ultimate goal is to have weka, kaka and kiwi return to the region.
Not so plain sailing: Iwi opposes yacht club land lease
Ngāti Oneone seeks return of Onepoto land, citing displacement and loss of mana whenua.
'Dreams do come true': Kiwi country singer making it in Nashville awarded
'I’ve never forgotten where I’ve come from.'
Seal season not yet over for Gisborne
The smaller seal reminded Char Tawera of a famous visitor to Gisborne over 20 years ago.
Seal spotted swimming in Waimata River
A seal lazily floating down Waimata River reminded Char Tawera of the (much larger) elephant seal Homer who famously visited Gisborne more than two decades ago. Video / Char Tawera
A&P Show countdown: Dog triallists in early action; forecast promising for main days
Preparations for the Spring Show at the end of the week have started to gather momentum.
Medals for Gisborne groms at NZ Scholastics
Matthews, McDiarmid, Fairlie made finals; fourth placings for each
Waioeka crash: Employer fundraising after staff member's partner killed
Currie Construction is raising money for Josh Kiriona-Whanau.
Over 330 trained in emergency welfare response since Cyclone Gabrielle
'Our welfare response is now tailored to prioritise families needing assistance.'
From last to first for Eastland's 'quiet assassin'
New track's tight hairpin bend tests drivers in season's first points meeting.
Hauora Tairāwhiti unveils $2.8 million MRI for enhanced patient care and diagnostics
Hauora Tairāwhiti opened a new $2.8 million Siemens MRI at Gisborne Hospital this week.
Gisborne's water usage doubles; council gives tips for conservation
'The demand experienced was unusual so early in spring,' drinking water manager says.
Hectic week for Eastland rescue chopper crew: 11 missions
Crew flew 11 missions in the seven days up to Sunday night.
Gisborne businesses' positive response to potential skilled worker residency changes
Immigration minister told work residency changes are on the right track.
'Fantastic start': Three have already conquered Gisborne's Everest
'It has started this well before ...that illustrates the ongoing popularity of the climb.'
On track: Tokomaru Bay landfill remediation could be fast-tracked
'Time is of the essence' for Tokomaru Bay landfill clean-up.
Letters: Positive publicity should be promoted for Gisborne; thanks for found dog
Herald readers share their views.
Why Tairāwhiti needs a specialist emergency response team
Initiative will make region 'one of the most well-resourced' in NZ.
SUV gutted by second arson in three days
An arsonist had a second go at an SUV parked in a Kaiti driveway Thursday night.
'The name's Burke. Fergus Burke'
Burke fills Owen Farrell's role, stating he must “be my own player”.
Ten local contractors selected for major road repair programme in Gisborne
“We are incredibly grateful to receive this funding."
Put out fishing fires properly
Firefighters ask people fishing at the mouth of Waipaoa to out their fires out properly.
No NZTA funding to replace three cyclone-destroyed bridges
'Some bridges did not meet the criteria, which is disappointing news for affected whānau.'
Gisborne library faces abuse incidents as councillors discuss safety concerns
Behaviours range from theft and fighting to using the outside of the building as a toilet.
Apply for Gisborne camping permits before summer fun begins
Some camping sites remain closed due to cyclone damage; apply for permits online.
Younger Grower NZ title to Hawke's Bay's Fulford; Gisborne's Terekia wins speech contest
Young Grower national final celebrates success of rising horticulturists.
'Brothers' say Gisborne Albarino the 'it' wine for summer
'Passion' project using 100% Gisborne-grown Albarino grapes.
Farriers hone age-old craft at Central Districts contest
Organisers are hoping to make it an annual event.
Letters to the Editor: State of Gisborne CBD, kia ora for Herald waka ama coverage
Herald readers share their views.
Gisborne to Nashville: Homegrown country singing star returning to her roots with family
Gisborne’s Camille French shines at Grand Ole Opry before Rotorua concert.
Regional creatives unite to explore film opportunities and funding access
Tee Wells envisions vibrant screen sector including annual film festivals for Tairāwhiti.
High to Low: NZ teams title at last for 60-year-old vet
'There are aches and pains, but they disappear when I’m on the court.'