Gisborne Herald news
Big boys coming out to play: Gisborne Thistle v Napier City Rovers; Gisborne Utd v Havelock Nth Wanderers
There's a chance to make a move as all four teams are locked at the top of the table.
Why five marae are relocating to safer ground with Govt support
Agreement to shift five at-risk marae in Tairawhiti with Government support.
How Christchurch's new stadium is redefining event hospitality
Interest submissions for the stadium's offerings closed Friday and were ‘oversubscribed’.
Centenarian celebrates 103rd birthday with family and friends
Joan has two children alive, 11 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.
Thumbs up after first look at updated welfare code
Beef + Lamb NZ to talk with farmers before finalising submission.
Hospice care undervalued, needs Govt support, says board chair
Demand for palliative care is expected to rise by 53% in 18 years.
Colour My World workshop nurtures young artists in Gisborne
Students revel in 'the biggest Aurora art programme ever'.
'I can't wait to get started': Jordan Luck is ready to hit Gisborne
The gig honours late Smash Palace owner Darryl Monteith.
'Check your records': Measles case prompts vaccination call
Health NZ aiding contact tracing in Auckland after a confirmed measles case.
'Pure luck': Driver unhurt after ute hits cattle beast on highway
Man unhurt after cattle beast hit on SH35 on Wednesday, but the animal was not so lucky.
Knockout footy: Big win to Athletic, Shockers sink Sharks
Cup fever comes with thrills, goals and close calls in Gisborne football.
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'Off the scale' drug supply fuelling gang clashes in the regions
Homes shot at, cars rammed, drug busts during two months of gang tension.
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.
Our community
Steady as she goes on domain's new playing surface
Netball centre expects players to be up and running on new courts by mid-June.
'Kindness and courage': Gisborne unites for Pink Shirt Day
Pink Shirt Day promotes kindness and inclusiveness across Aotearoa.
'Quite optimistic': Market outlook shifts in Gisborne
Gisborne one of only three regions to report increase in listings for April.
Big boys coming out to play: Gisborne Thistle v Napier City Rovers; Gisborne Utd v Havelock Nth Wanderers
There's a chance to make a move as all four teams are locked at the top of the table.
Why five marae are relocating to safer ground with Govt support
Agreement to shift five at-risk marae in Tairawhiti with Government support.
Devery firing as Springs eye pennants top four
Eddie Brown jnr and Glenn Solomann continue perfect win records in 2025 interclub contest.
What's on guide: Markets, music and more in Tairāwhiti Gisborne
What's on in Gisborne this weekend; ĀTA National Wānanga, dinner by the river and live mus
Five from five: YMP celebrate unbeaten run with club rugby title
YMP’s win owed as much to patience and composure as their physicality and flair.
Golden point thriller: Tauranga pips Gis Int A at Super 11 festival
Great experience on and off the field for intermediate kids.
First centre title for Clay and Raklander
Harrison's Gisborne team win Ella Gibson Open Fours bowls tournament.
Rural news
NZ’s timber industry braces for tough times ahead
China's construction slump hits NZ's timber exports, says expert Jeff Tombleson.
'Radical change': Possible crayfish ban for Northland's east coast
Shane Jones says crayfish can't keep declining in the popular fishing area.
'Frightened all the time': Inside a $3m kiwifruit tax evasion scam
'Money mule' was allegedly kidnapped and assaulted after threatening to blow the whistle.
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Car news and advice
Skoda reimagines iconic L&K motorcycle
Skoda is celebrating its 130-year history with a new take on a very old model.
Museum Day 2025: Free admission at Mercedes-Benz with 90s icons
This Sunday, Mercedes-Benz is scrapping the entry fee to its famed Stuttgart museum.
Volvo XC90 T8 Ultra Dark PHEV First Drive: extended family
The Volvo XC90 has been around for a while now, but is it still any good?
More Gisborne Herald news
First centre title for Clay and Raklander
Harrison's Gisborne team win Ella Gibson Open Fours bowls tournament.
Navigating the narrative: SS Ventnor legacy explored in Tairāwhiti
The SS Ventnor sank in 1902, carrying remains of 499 Chinese men back to China.
'Kids will be kids': Expert urges helmet use after skatepark injury
Park supervisor strongly encourages helmets, but it is not a legal requirement.
Mahia's Smith earns the treats at Park women's open tournament
Waikohu leads the way in the men's and women's golf interclub pennants series.
'Good to be back': Marlon Williams' triumphant return to Gisborne
OPINION: Williams performed songs in te reo and classics like My Boy.
Cenotaph lions still stained after red paint vandalism
The four marble lions at the Cenotaph still much the worse for wear after paint attack.
Gisborne's main street targeted as palm trees set ablaze
Three palm trees were set alight in Gladstone Rd on Tuesday night.
Kiwi recovery success at Whinray Reserve after 26 years of pest control
The Whinray Reserve now has more than 30 adult and juvenile kiwi.
Gisborne advances plan for Regional Response Team in emergencies
The council says the team will cost less than $10 per property per year for ratepayers.
'Absolute disgrace': Anger mounts over graffiti on war memorial
“It denigrates the ancestors of the people who did it," says RSA president.
Surf teams feature plenty of local talent
Plenty of Gisborne surf athletes named in national teams for 2025 competitions.
Gang tangi in Gisborne sees arrests, vehicles impounded by police
Up to 400 gang members and associates attended Monday’s tangi.
'Major loss for family': Gisborne home destroyed in second blaze this week
Fire extensively damaged a home in outer Kaiti on Monday night.
Comeback win to YMP in grand final rematch
Hat-trick to Cumming as Paikea put six past students.