Gisborne HeraldMan who died in city river namedPolice have released the name of the homeless man who died in an apparent drowning incident in the Tūranganui River on Thursday night last week. He was 64-year-old Francis Tuta Hongara of no fixed abode. Police said Mr Hongara had whānau links in...18 Aug 05:35 PM
Gisborne HeraldWills Month: you can’t take it with youGisborne law firms Nolans Lawyers and Woodward Chrisp are giving clients the opportunity to leave a gift in their will to The Sunrise Foundation — with no fee charged for the amendment — as part of Wills Month this September. “Often we can’t...18 Aug 05:35 PM
Gisborne HeraldJudge Isaac recognised with Honorary Doctorate for outstanding contributions to Maori land law and family lawAfter dedicating his career to Māori land law and family law, Judge Wilson Isaac (Ngāti Porou, Ngāi Tūhoe, Ngāti Kahungunu) has been made a honorary Doctor of Laws. The degree will be conferred on Judge Isaac today, at the University of Otago...18 Aug 05:23 PM
Gisborne HeraldHeavy rain likely early next weekThe district is taking a cool approach to spring, and there is the potential for another soaking over the next few days. Signs are the developing El Nino climate pattern is taking control, bringing new issues for the region. Temperatures for the...18 Aug 05:22 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWho might follow Hipkins, Luxon?“It’s the question a political leader will almost never answer publicly but which is nonetheless quietly discussed inside and outside of the leader’s party: what will you do if you lose?” So started twin comment pieces this week by NZ Herald...18 Aug 05:16 PM
OpinionOwn party a major driver of green-washingRe: Chalk and cheese, August 16 column. Simin Williams Dr Mike Joy certainly emphasised that while wind and the sun’s energy are unlimited, the equipment to capture these renewable sources of energy are fossil-fuel dependent and certainly not...18 Aug 05:15 PM
OpinionAs influential as possibleIn response to my column on degrowth (see above), Simin Williams misquotes Mike Joy as saying he would vote for no political party. He said he would vote for whichever he disliked the least, which is quite different. In his criticisms of parties he...18 Aug 05:13 PM
OpinionBuyout painLocal authorities are sharing 50 percent of the cost of buying out properties damaged by our recent natural disasters. How much will that impact on Tairāwhiti in terms of rates rises and asset sales? What will the cost be to us in dollar terms?...18 Aug 05:12 PM
OpinionSupporting b’ball growthKia ora, I have been a part of basketball here for the past 15 years — first following my husband in the senior men’s division and then our children aged 10-19 throughout school/local club and representative basketball. You could say we are 100...18 Aug 05:12 PM
OpinionGreat talent, huge followingThere is such a huge following and talent pool of basketballers here — having a dedicated facility will grow participation. A multi-court facility was opened in Wellington when I lived there, and basketball is so strong there now. Simon Wilson18 Aug 05:11 PM
Gisborne HeraldRocket Lab signs launch deal with Japanese Earth-imaging companySpace company Rocket Lab intends to launch its latest mission from Māhia next Thursday, after the launch was delayed by technical problems with the Electron rocket. The company announced yesterday that it will be launching from Māhia again in...18 Aug 05:09 PM
PremiumPremiumGisborne HeraldFunding to promote safer boatingMaritime NZ has announced recipients of its annual community grant funding for safety programmes to help reduce fatalities and injuries to people out on the water in recreational craft. Some of the funding has been allocated to Gisborne District...18 Aug 05:08 PM
Gisborne HeraldExpired leases puts clubs' futures 'at the mercy' of GDCThe future of clubs operating on council-owned land in Gisborne is up in the air after several leases quietly expired without renewal. Menzshed’s Tairāwhiti branch, which operates a community workshop, is one such party waiting for Gisborne...18 Aug 05:02 PM
Gisborne HeraldShedding light on vaping issuesWorkshops aim to help students make more informed decisions Youth vaping is at the forefront of the minds at Gisborne Boys’ High School after Te Hā Ora Asthma and Respiratory Foundation held workshops with Year 9 and 10 students this week. Deputy...18 Aug 04:51 PM
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
