Gisborne Herald news


Kylee De Thier: From bullied youth to Pink Shirt Day ambassador
'It's been my whole life': Influencer's story of bullying and resilience

Arch-rivals set to do battle on the turf
The Paikea women versus Ngātapa could be 'the game of the day'.

'Check your records': Measles case prompts vaccination call
Health NZ aiding contact tracing in Auckland after a confirmed measles case.
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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.
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Budget 2025 will expand access to after-hours healthcare in Wairoa
Urgent care services will expand in Wairoa as part of Budget 2025.

Not if but when: Being ready for earthquakes and their after-effects focus of talks
'It Starts Before the Shake' public sessions to be held in Gisborne.

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.

'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.

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.
Rural news

Model railway enthusiasts bring farming history to life
Club initially used ex-dairy farmer and life member Brian Harvey’s hobby room and shed.

Vege tips: Why every gardener needs a worm farm
Opinion: A worm farm and nutrients are a great combination for the vegetable garden.

Let’s rally to save Kiwi community halls – Glenn Dwight
OPINION: It's time to crank up the barbie and save our community halls.
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Car news and advice


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?

Nissan gives its maddest Micra a refresh
The utterly mad mid-engined V6 Micra 350SR gets a new look for its birthday.
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.