Gisborne HeraldConservation Week enthusiasts contribute to biodiversityConservation Week events this week included two hours of dune planting at Waikanae Beach, where members of the public were invited to dig in and add to the native grasses on the foreshore. Charlotte Knight and Juliette Gottlieb seemed happy to be...18 Aug 04:44 PM
OpinionTrump: the mills of the gods“The mills of the gods grind slowly, but they grind exceeding fine,” wrote Sextus Empiricus, a Sceptic philosopher who lived mainly in Athens and Alexandria almost 2000 years ago. Justice may be slow to come, but in the end the wicked will be...18 Aug 04:42 PM
OpinionLet’s back new facilityI wish to express my support for an indoor sports centre to be built here in Tairāwhiti. This facility would be incredibly beneficial for the wellbeing of our tamariki, allowing them more opportunities to improve skills and build interpersonal...18 Aug 09:10 AM
OpinionHeroes of school sportsAs we watched yesterday’s GBHS match it occurred to me how many people in this area, in fact all over this country, put themselves out to coach, referee and just generally take care of all sorts of teams, so that our kids can enjoy the sport they...18 Aug 09:10 AM
OpinionEnjoy life, care for othersI write in support of Vietnam veteran Wally Te Ua regarding his letter concerning Long Tan and the comrades he represents (Gis Herald, August 16). They have “become the inheritors of the mantle”. It is true, they “answered the call to duty”...18 Aug 09:09 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAustralia and NZ catch football feverThe finalists have been decided for the FIFA Women’s World Cup on Sunday and while the dream run of our co-hosts Australia has fallen short of that ultimate stage, the tournament has been a massive success on both sides of the Tasman. Enthusiasm...18 Aug 09:08 AM
OpinionEquipped to deal with issues, keep growingClive Bibby Re: Chalk and cheese, August 16 column. It wouldn’t be so bad if Gavin Maclean was as committed to supplying the basic necessities of life to those most negatively affected by “degrowth” without the raw materials that are essential...18 Aug 09:08 AM
Gisborne HeraldGisborne Home and Lifestyle Expo lucky winnerLynne Haenga is the winner of the Electric Bike worth $1795 from Ezirider Electric Bikes at the recent Gisborne Home and Lifestyle Expo prize draw. Lynne said she loves the Home and Lifestyle expo and that several years ago she also won a TV from...18 Aug 08:49 AM
Gisborne HeraldDishwasher fire sets off alarmsFirefighters were called to the Emerald Hotel just before midnight on Tuesday after a small fire started in a dishwasher in the kitchen, setting off fire alarms. The fire crew found the dishwasher smoking when they got inside the hotel and located...18 Aug 08:48 AM
Gisborne HeraldPutting their best feet forwardYear 5 girls from Wainui Beach School set off on the annual cross-country run through Okitu Reserve this week. Principal Nolian Andrew said the pupils gave 100 percent effort. “It went really well. One of the things I’m particularly proud of is...18 Aug 08:45 AM
Gisborne HeraldExpecting a busy summer aheadGisborne District Council has detailed and updated some of the road maintenance that has been going on around the region as the reinstatement work continues in the wake of the cyclones. “It’s going to be a busy summer with planned work including...18 Aug 08:40 AM
Gisborne HeraldWellbeing nurtured at WaikirikiriTākitimu block a place for sport and the creative arts as school works to transform culture using a tikanga Māori lens Te Kura Reo Rua o Waikirikiri has opened two new wellness spaces to help students with their overall wellbeing as part of their...18 Aug 08:30 AM
PremiumPremiumGisborne HeraldKerekere attacks ‘epic failure of leadership’Gisborne-based retiring list MP Dr Elizabeth Kerekere has delivered a wide-ranging valedictory speech in the House which included an expected attack on the leadership of her former party, the Greens. But the one-term MP who resigned from the Green...18 Aug 08:26 AM
PremiumPremiumGisborne HeraldStudents involved in school spruce-upCreating a nicer environment for the kids is what Cobham School relieving principal Paul Cornwall had in mind when he asked students to write him a letter. Mr Cornwall asked two classes to let him know what they wanted done to make improvements...18 Aug 08:22 AM
PremiumPremiumGisborne HeraldWater services changes now law, amended to 10 entitiesControversial changes to who controls Gisborne’s water infrastructure will become law but the National Party promises to scrap the changes within 100 days if it wins October’s General Election. This week, Parliament passed The Water Services...18 Aug 08:17 AM
PremiumPremiumGisborne HeraldBarriers remain for driver licensingGetting a driver’s licence will be cheaper from October 1, but obstacles will still remain for Tairāwhiti learner-drivers. The Government says the average driver will save $86 when they successfully move through the graduated driver licensing...18 Aug 08:11 AM
PremiumPremiumGisborne HeraldNight-time fun at Gray’s Bush“Gray’s Bush by Night” proved to be a popular event, attracting about 200 visitors to the Department of Conservation reserve on Wednesday night. Young families, headlamps in place, explored the scenic paths, enjoying the native forest after...18 Aug 08:08 AM
PremiumPremiumGisborne HeraldGisborne Boys' High School students extend a helping hand to the Stroke Foundation and beyondGisborne Boys’ High School students have been busy learning new skills and helping out in the community, with the Stroke Foundation just one of the organisations to benefit from their help. “They learn skills that they don’t learn anywhere...18 Aug 08:02 AM
Gisborne HeraldRoading recovery reduced in Tairāwhiti as council negotiates with GovernmentCyclone-related roading recovery has been pared back in Tairāwhiti as Gisborne District Council waits on central government to stump up on promised funding. Local Democracy Reporting has obtained a copy of an email from Nigel Pollock, 18 Aug 07:55 AM
OpinionDog controls questionedRe: ‘We can’t keep shooting dogs’, August 12 Weekender story and the public deposition at Rangiwaho Marae, Muriwai by Warwick Stevens. Warwick and other farmers were dissatisfied by the increase in the number of wandering and worrying dogs...17 Aug 09:57 AM
OpinionPlease back indoor venueI am the Mum/Nan of basketball fanatics the Tapsell whānau, who with their partners, children and friends give their unconditional and dedicated time, commitment, passion and joy to the beautiful whānau sport of basketball. The strength...17 Aug 09:57 AM
OpinionLet’s invest in our futureWhy does Turanganui a Kiwa need an indoor recreation facility? You could also ask, why does Gisborne need a new swimming pool? You already know the answers, but only one of these things is days away from becoming a reality. Our region does so well...17 Aug 09:56 AM
OpinionBetter late than never . . .As a local basketball player for the past 30-plus years, I would have thought a three-court stadium in Gisborne years ago would have benefited the whole region — not just for basketball but almost every indoor sport. I really hope we get the...17 Aug 09:55 AM
OpinionBotanical friendship?If anyone wishes for the Friends of Gisborne Botanical Gardens to be reinstated, could they please contact me at 021 111 5551 or 06 867 6199. Thank you. Dot McCulloch17 Aug 09:52 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWill Luxon get off the fence on Peters?It is no surprise that National Party leader Christopher Luxon doesn’t want to talk about Winston Peters. Most recent political polls have delivered numbers that have National able to form a coalition government with Act, but only just. At the...17 Aug 09:27 AM
OpinionGetting schooled on teacher trainingMaryanne Spurdle, Maxim Institute researcher Education is firmly on political parties’ radars this election. As the ink dries on the Government’s pay agreements with teachers, the Māori Party is campaigning for every school to have at least one...17 Aug 09:26 AM
Gisborne HeraldFirefighters free driver after mishap at Holy TrinityFirefighters were called to the carpark at Holy Trinity Church mid-morning n Tuesday after a car went out of control and collided with the side of the church hall. FENZ sent a crew to the scene at around 10am. “The elderly woman driving the car...17 Aug 09:08 AM
Gisborne HeraldYelling and some loud bangs in AOS exercisePolice have been conducting a training exercise at the War Memorial Theatre in Gisborne since early this morning. The exercise began at around 7am today and was to continue until 5pm. “It involves members of the Armed Offenders Squad training in...17 Aug 09:07 AM
Gisborne HeraldAlbatros dredge set to arrive at Eastland Port for maintenance workThe trailing suction hopper dredge Albatros will be visiting Eastland Port later this month. Due to arrive on August 28 and depart on September 7, the dredge will work to clear the naturally accumulating sediments along the shipping channel, turning...17 Aug 09:04 AM
Gisborne HeraldStolen car torched on Awapuni RoadFirefighters were called to Awapuni Road near the Pacific Street corner late on Sunday night after a stolen car was set alight. The call to the burning vehicle came into Fire and Emergency NZ at around 11pm that night. “It was fully involved when...17 Aug 09:00 AM
PremiumPremiumGisborne Herald"Not in child's best interests": High Court judge halts extraditionThe Crown is furthering its efforts to have a Gisborne man extradited to Australia to face an assault charge that dates back to 2014. In June this year, the man successfully appealed to the High Court to quash an earlier district court decision...17 Aug 08:59 AM
PremiumPremiumGisborne Herald‘Whenua Wenerei’ a winner for MangatunaOnly five schools across the country were chosen to win a TREEmendous Education Programme for 2023, and Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Mangatuna, East Coast is one of the five. The school’s winning ticket was establishing Whenua Wenerei or Landmarks...17 Aug 08:57 AM
Gisborne HeraldRapid Relief Team bringing support for 300 farmersThe Rapid Relief Team, operated globally by the Brethren Church, have a “Farmers Community Connect” planned for Gisborne on September 1. They aim to bring 300 Tairāwhiti farmers together for the event. “The farming industry are doing it tough...17 Aug 08:56 AM
Gisborne HeraldFund help for MatapunaMatapuna Trust’s special interest fund set up this year with the Sunrise Foundation is expected to benefit their students for years to come. The fund is the 50th to be seeded with Sunrise. The education centre’s trust board could see that...17 Aug 08:52 AM
