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Hundreds lose power in Gisborne as police investigate multiple car break-ins
A 'bloody angry' victim is counting the cost.
'I've lost everything': Drag queen reading group cancels NZ tour after protests
Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki described the cancellation as a 'victory'.
Service academy students to march with veterans
East Coast rangatahi are honouring their tīpuna for Anzac Day.
Oranga Tamariki left with no lawyers in Gisborne or Southland
The ministry's lawyers work with vulnerable children across the country.
Gisborne brawl deaths: Complex investigation continues with focus on being 'methodical'
Kane Te Paa and Chrysler Stevens-Mark died after a 100-person brawl on March 23.
Six accused after rainbow crossing painted over in Gisborne plead not guilty
The alleged offences relate to incidents on separate dates last month.
Another Gisborne forestry company loses accreditation
Two Gisborne forestry companies have lost sustainability certifications within two months.
Cyclone Gabrielle dumps on Tai Rawhiti - now its the rubbish
Fly-tipping is skyrocketing in Gisborne, with 700 tonnes of rubbish dumped
Sky-rocketing costs of trash illegally dumped across Gisborne - including human poo, dead pigs, tyres, fridges, syringes
Mountains of trash included pig carcasses, syringes, fridges, car tyres and microwaves.
Shane Jones joins ‘shrill’ climate change voices - only for ‘practical things'
'Please have confidence we're going to continue in this direction.'
Weather woes: Fog scuppers flights in south, heavy rain and thunderstorms for north
Fog in Chch that affected or forced cancellation of more than 40 flights has now cleared.
Lots of gain with latest skincare treatment at Hawke’s Bay clinic
The new MP mode stimulates more collagen, giving better results.
I drove State Highway 35 and it's easily one of the best road trips in the world
Not just a catchy song, it's a belter of a journey too.
House sales, listings up, but should you sell now or wait?
Be cool-headed, economist advises sellers as more homes go on the market.
From hot to not: Temperature plunge for Cantabrians, more rain and wind for north
Worst weather has passed, but Kiwis still set for unsettled start to school holidays.
Meth offender claims $31k seized cash was from selling 5205 pipes - police say yeah right
Cops calculated former Mob boss would have had to have made more than 5000 pipes.
Gisborne District Council will formally support Māori wards
Local body elections in 2025 will have binding referendums on the matter.
New youth mentor initiative a boost for farmers’ mental health
Project deemed a success on both sides of the farm fence.
Knife recovered from Gisborne brawl scene, police update
Three men injured in the altercation have now been discharged from hospital.
Brian Tamaki plans to sue councils over ratepayer-funded rainbow projects
A lawyer specialising in local government says Tamaki has little ground to stand on.
Gisborne disabled strategy 10 years out of date - advocate finds
Disabled community asks District Council to renew their disability strategy.
Gisborne police declare war on ‘anti-social’ drivers
Gisborne police have launched a crack down on 'anti-social' drivers.
Charges laid over Gisborne rainbow crossing vandalism
Police say 'alleged offending is consistent with a hate crime'.
‘Got the worst deal’: Wet, windy weekend for battered regions, elsewhere fares better
A heavy rain watch has been issued for beleaguered eastern region.
Watch: Full video emerges of 'hate crime' vandalism of Auckland's rainbow crossing
Hooded and masked vandals can be seen filming themselves painting over rainbow crossing.
Gisborne brawl deaths: Gang leaders involved in peace talks ahead of tangi for fight victim
Dozens of people are at tangi for one of two men killed in 21st birthday party tragedy.
Gisborne brawl deaths: Tangi under way for victim
The incident on Saturday night left two dead and three critically injured.
Easter Weekend weather: Bring out winter woolies, as rain, snow and winds forecast
Most of the North Island will see rain at times during the long weekend.
Gisborne brawl deaths: Assault charge upgraded to cause grievous bodily harm
Incident on Saturday night left two dead and three critically injured
NI holidaymakers should prepare for heavy rain, gusty winds, harbour bridge restrictions
Most of the North Island will see rain at times during the long weekend.
Gisborne rainbow crossing restored after Destiny churchgoers paint it white
'We’re thrilled the rainbow crossing was repainted overnight' - Mayor.
'Arrest us': Protesters clash after Destiny Church members paint over rainbow crossing
Rehette Stoltz says she plans to seek reparations from the group.