Monday off for GDC staff a thank you for ‘extra hours’

A109 Light Utility Helicopter flight with mayor Gisborne City from the air in November 2023.

Questions have been asked about why Gisborne District Council has decided to turn this weekend into an extra long one for council staff.

The council offices in Fitzherbert Street and Te Puia Springs will remain closed until next Wednesday, with all staff given Monday off.

In a statement yesterday, Mayor Rehette Stoltz said the Monday closure of council facilities was “a gesture by councillors”.

“To thank staff for the extra hours everyone put in during the two states of emergency when cyclones Hale and Gabrielle hit our region this year.”

As a result of the decision the Olympic Pool Complex and public library will be closed on Monday, along with the council offices.

“The Olympic Pool is closed Monday, but is open on Anzac Day for people to enjoy a swim on a public holiday,” the Mayor said.