Gisborne Herald news


Gang conflict warrant invoked 28 times amid Hawke’s Bay tensions
Shots were fired at gang-related houses in Wairoa last Tuesday.

'It was truly magical': Mayhem and fun at Colour Run
A great way to celebrate diversity and inclusion in Tairāwhiti.

Down to the wire: Pinn, Brown-Lewis win junior thrillers
Tiebreakers needed in Gisborne East Coast champ of champs junior competitions.
Premium

Letters: No more excuses for poor meeting attendance by councillors
OPINION: Gisborne Council challenged on meeting attendance and state of Waimata Valley Rd.

Revealed: The three regions where some Sky viewers need extra help, possible new dishes for satellite switch
Sky TV outlines what customers need to do ahead of satellite switchover in mid-April.

Gisborne wineries predict exceptional 2025 vintage after ideal weather
Settled weather boosts Gisborne's 2025 wine vintage

Wairoa’s McNabbs gear up for Pork Pie Run, raise $38k for KidsCan
'Real celebration': Mini fans' charity drive raises thousands for KidsCan

‘Another iconic station has gone into trees’: Last Waipaoa Station block to convert to pine forest
What remains of iconic Waipaoa Station is to go into pinus radiata trees.

‘An absolute success’: Bigger and better Relay for Life raises $125k
Closing lap fills 'whole 400 metres' of track as fundraiser exceeds expectations
Our community

On The Up: How to stay positive
Some outstanding Kiwis tell us how they maintain a positive mindset.

Are Tairāwhiti residents ready for the next natural hazard? 50% say 'no'
'It is troubling that New Zealanders feel worried about going to bed when it’s raining.'

'The Government's just not listening': Nurses protest over staffing woes
Health workers to march in Gisborne's CBD at 11.30am Thursday; public meeting to follow.

'Better, fairer representation': Call to reform Gisborne wastewater committee
Samuel Lewis seeks "better, fairer representation" on Gisborne's wastewater group.

'Trend down': Fewer rescues thanks to lifeguards' preventive work
Waikanae had the most patrol hours, totaling 2080, both voluntary and paid.

Country rules: Patutahi dominate on trip to the city
Solomann wins Play The Course Backwards tourney, heads off son by one stroke

'Terrified for our lives': Cyclists, locals, surfers oppose speed rise on scenic highway
The speed limit on SH35 will increase from 80 to 100km/h by July 1.

'Spirit alive and well': Anzac Day draws record crowd in Gisborne
The dawn service in Gisborne drew more than 3000 people, the biggest in decades.

‘Ready to bring it back home’: Tolaga Bay's moving Anzac tribute
The Tolaga Battalion flag was retired to Tolaga Bay Area School after the service.

Double trouble: Twins and dad win Te Karaka bowls tourney
Teen Pinn twins mix it with seniors in optional triples.
Rural news

Bay of Islands Pony Club - the country's oldest - turning 75
BOI Pony Club marking 75 years of education in riding and horse care.

Amelia Linzey: Driving growth and prosperity in a nation that loves to win
Opinion: These are four sectors that hold potential to propel Aotearoa to turn on growth.

'No apologies': Luxon bullish on fast-tracking seabed mining application
The Prime Minister praised Whanganui's council during a visit to the district.
Property news from OneRoof

Car news and advice


Nissan Ariya Engage review: green effect
It's taken a while, but the Nissan Ariya is finally here. Was it worth the wait?

Isuzu D-Max EV charges up for 2026 launch with diesel-beating power
Isuzu's electric ute will have a 1000kg payload and a full 3500kg towing capacity.

If Geely built a Rolls-Royce Cullinan SUV, it would look like this
Geely has aimed high for the new flagship SUV from its Zeekr brand.
More Gisborne Herald news

Perfect starts by Horsfield, Ratima in TAK darts
Kennel's Chris Stevens has highest finish and most tons - 23

180s galore and several 100 and over finishes in club darts
Radar on as multiple players achieve perfection.

'I was in awe': Te Waiū shine with silver in kī-o-rahi tourney
Erenora Hohepa took the MVP award while Manutūkē kura took bronze.

Obituary: Family, football and journalism Iain Gillies' passions
Subtle, he was not; cunning, he most certainly was. And pragmatic.

Battle on in Anzac Day club rugby clash
The Bruce Harvey Memorial Cup is on the line between HSOB and Ngātapa.

'I felt no fear at all': WWII veteran recalls thrilling naval battles
Ken Gordon was a 17-year-old Seaman Boy on HMNZS Gambia during WWII.

All roads lead to Waikohu for men's interclub pennants
Patutahi (2) could be the dark horses of round 3 and 4.

Organic experience: Colour Run all about fun while celebrating diversity
Hundreds expected for popular Tairāwhiti Multicultural Council event

Historic bridge foundations unearthed during Ruatōria drilling
A drilling rig halted on the Makarika No 2 Bridge, revealing old bridge foundations.

Tough opening home assignment for Gisborne Boys' High
Promising signs so far include narrow loss to powerhouse Kelston.

'It's worse than ever': Third strike by Medlab Central lab staff
Gisborne Hospital lab loses another scientist: Union

Renowned pianist returns to Gisborne for special concert event
Quang Hong Luu will perform at St Andrew’s Church on May 4 at 2pm.