The man in red will be welcomed back to Gisborne in a special parade in his honour on Sunday, starting from the Peel St Bridge and going down the main street. Photo / Gisborne Herald
Friday
Faces of the Coast 2025
An art exhibition to raise funds and awareness for suicide prevention and mental health in loving memory of Danny Taniora Carse. All proceeds going to Mahia Wave Warriors and Mahi Mahi Bowlriders. Forty10 Café. 5pm–8pm. 14 Lowe St. CBD.
Saturday
Rise & Shine at Tatapouri Bay
Start your weekend by the ocean with gentle yoga, fresh air and positive vibes. 7am-8am, Tatapouri Bay, 516 Whangara Rd, Makorori.
Ayurveda & Coffee
Join Tatiana to share an accessible, down-to-earth introduction to Ayurveda - a traditional system of medicine with historical roots in the Indian subcontinent that focuses on promoting balance between the body and mind. 8.30am–9.30am, Tatapouri Bay, 516 Whangara Rd, Makorori.
Heritage Tairāwhiti’s Rivers photo competition exhibition
An exhibition of photographs that were part of the Rivers photo competition is on at Heritage Tairāwhiti (former Plunket Building) from 10.30am–2.30pm. 173 Palmerston Rd.
Gypsy Jazz Workshop with Black Spider Trio
Learn about the music’s history, culture and key figures. Play along with Aotearoa’s leading group in the genre in this free workshop. Bring your own instruments. 1pm–5pm, Lytton High School Music Room, 347 Nelson Rd.
Hohou te Rongo
A new exhibition marking the 160th anniversary of the siege of Waerenga-a-Hika (November 17-22, 1865) featuring a collection of historic pieces, including taonga from the battle and contemporary artworks. Tairāwhiti Museum. 10 Stout St, Whataupoko.
Deepbleu Sessions
Step into the garden at Smash for an afternoon of warm summer air, groovy house rhythms and good people. Haia Ground, Klaus and Xone take over the Garden Stage with rolling house beats, deep grooves and some unmistakable energy. 2pm–6pm. Smash Palace Bar, 24 Banks St.
Carols by Candlelight
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Bring a picnic or snacks to enjoy family fun on the lawn, 6.30pm–8.30pm, 290 Stout St, Mangapapa.
Jenny Don’t and the Spurs
Catch Portland’s country, western, rockabilly outlaws, playing their unique brand of high-energy country western as part of their NZ tour. 7pm–11pm Smash Palace Bar, 34 Banks St, Awapuni.
Sunday
Rise & Shine at Tatapouri Bay
Start your Sunday by the ocean with gentle yoga, fresh air and positive vibes. 7am-8am, Tatapouri Bay, 516 Whangara Rd, Makorori.
Flippa Ball
Tairāwhiti Water Polo presents Term 4 Flippa Ball. Water polo for years 5 to 8. 2pm–3.15pm. Kiwa Pools, 45 Centennial Marine Drive, Awapuni.
Christmas Parade
The annual Santa Parade will start at the Peel St Bridge, go along Palmerston Rd to Grey St, from Grey St to Gladstone Rd and along the main street to Lowe St, where the parade will end. Starts at 4pm.
It’s a Gizzy Christmas Community Event
Free sausage sizzle for kids, live music, food carts, face painting, bouncy castle and even a visit from Santa. 5pm–8pm, Marina Park, 1 Vogel St, Whataupoko.
The Golden Spurtle film
A heartwarming documentary that whisks you to the Highland village of Carrbridge, where locals and far-flung visitors from around the world compete in the World Porridge Making Championships. It’s equal parts tradition, friendly rivalry and pure oat-powered joy. 6.30pm–8pm, Dome Cinema and Bar, 38 Childers Rd.
Coming up
DECEMBER 10
Taylor: A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift: A must for Swifties. Enjoy more than 20 renditions of Tay-Tay’s hits. 7pm, War Memorial Theatre.
DECEMBER 19
Christmas in the Trees: Festive family picnic featuring a Christmas market of local creatives, games for the kids, lolly scrambles and an appearance by Santa, live music and food trucks. 4.30pm-8pm, Eastwoodhill Arboretum, 2393 Wharekopae Rd, Ngātapa.
Regular events
MONDAYS
The 500 Card Club: Poverty Bay Bowling Club, 111 Ormond Rd, 1pm-4pm, $3. Ph Tony (06)8633468.
Fun Dancing Gisborne: Modern sequence and social ballroom. St Andrew’s Church hall, 176 Cobden St, 7.30pm-9.30pm, $7. Contact Kev or Isabel (06)8670074 or 0211812414.
Gisborne Choral Society: New choir members welcome at the GCS’s regular practice. St Andrew’s church from 7pm.
Gisborne Orchestra rehearsals: Gisborne Intermediate School, 7.30pm-9pm. New players welcome. Contact Jill 021756364 or email gisborneorchestra@gmail.com.
Badminton Social Morning Club: 9am-11am, Badminton Centre, 134 Roebuck Rd, $5. Contact Leslie 0274156872.
Badminton Summer Club: 7pm-9pm until December 15. Cost $120 sub or $10 per night; Junior players Year 11 plus – $100 sub or $8 per night. Contact Geoff 0276568222. New players welcome.
City of Gisborne Highland Pipe Band: Learn to play the pipes or drums. Learners and experienced players welcome. Learners start at 6.30pm, seniors 7.30pm-8.30pm. The Bandroom, 200 Childers Rd. For further information, ph/text 0274874480. Every Monday except public holidays.
TUESDAYS
Sun City Spinners: Poverty Bay Bowling Club, 111 Ormond Rd, 9am-11.30am, fees apply. Contact Dale (06)8675083 or email eastland@creativefibre.org.nz.
He Kākano: Popular sing-along baby session for under-2s. H.B. Williams Memorial Library, 34 Bright St, 10.30am, free.
Gisborne Line Dancing: Senior Citizens Hall, 30 Grey St, 4.30pm-7.30pm. Contact Kerry 0211024890.
Hāpu Māmā Aqua Class: Keeping mums-to-be comfortably active while puku and pēpi are supported by the water. Kiwa Pools, 6.30pm-7.15pm.
Badminton Gisborne Pinoy Smashers: 6pm-9pm, Badminton Centre, 134 Roebuck Rd. Contact Alfred 0273072318.
WEDNESDAYS
Fifties Forward low-impact aerobics: YMCA, 447 Childers Rd, 9.30am. First class is free, otherwise $2.
Mainly Music: A fun music group for preschoolers. St Andrew’s Church community centre, 176 Cobden St, 9.45am, $4/family. Contact Trish (06)8672789 or (06)8685513.
Gisborne Concert Band: 6.30pm-8pm, The Bandroom, 200 Childers Rd. If you play brass, woodwind or percussion, come and join. New musicians welcome.
THURSDAYS
Te Pihinga/Little Sprouts: A fun singalong and story time for 2-to-5-year-olds. H.B. Williams Memorial Library, 9.30am, free.
Gisborne Line Dancing: Senior Citizens Hall, 30 Grey St, 6pm-8pm. Contact Kerry 0211024890.
Gisborne Caledonian Society Practice: Social, modern and sequence dancing. Holy Trinity Church Hall, 70 Derby St, 7.30pm-9.30pm, $5. Contact Pat 0210497148.
FRIDAYS
Friday Stairs Workout: Meet at the lower carpark, Titirangi/Kaiti Hill, 5.55am, workout 6am-6.40am.
Rangatahi Film-making Programme: Free programme for rangatahi interested in learning film-making and production skills. Every Friday until December 12. 9am-5pm, Rāngai, 235 Gladstone Rd. Ph 0212222571 or email www.rangai.nz.
Bowls, burgers & bevvies at Poverty Bay Bowling Club: Keen to give bowls a go? Get along to Poverty Bay Bowling Club for an evening of social bowls, music and burgers. 5pm-7pm. 111 Ormond Rd.
SATURDAYS
Gisborne Farmers’ Market: A variety of fresh and prepared goods from local farmers and growers. Corner Stout St and Fitzherbert St, 9.30am-12.30pm.
Gisborne Parkrun: Waikanae Surf Life Saving Club, beach end of Grey St, 7.45am-10am. Register at parkrun.co.nz/gisborne/
Pilates with Tilly: Tone, sculpt and flow. Saturdays and Sundays, 8am-9am. The Space, Yoga Coast Plus, 46 Makorori Beach Rd. Ph 0273311032 to book.
Tairāwhiti Coffin Club: BCR Joinery, 522 Gladstone Rd, 9am-10am. Details at tairawhiticc@gmail.com
Tennis for all: Ormond Tennis Club, Hill Rd, Ormond, 2pm-4pm. For more information ph (06)8625741 or (06)8625856.
SUNDAYS
Gisborne Walkers Club: 8am, meet at Mitre 10, 24 Derby St. Text 0278902224 for more info.
Silent Flute Taijiquan: Movement lab for life. Free one-hour Tai Chi Chuan (Mandarin) Taijiquan (Cantonese) class open to everyone. 1pm-2pm, Botanical Gardens. Text 0210490722 to confirm location.
Dharma Practice and Meditation: Lama Damchoe leads dharma practice and meditation, followed by a shared lunch. 10am, Palpung Kagyu Samten Choling Tibetan Buddhist Centre, 31 James St. All welcome.
Sunset Yoga: Beginner-friendly yoga flow overlooking Makorori Beach, finishing with tea at sunset. Small class sizes. 4.30pm-6pm. Contact Zoey 02102967107.
The Mexican at Smash Palace: Enjoy some tasty dishes and wash them down with a cold beer or a margarita. 5pm-8pm. Smash Palace Bar, 24 Banks St.
SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS
Lions Express Train Rides: Starts near Gisborne Wainui Lions Junior Cycle Park, Centennial Marine Drive, 11am-3pm, weather permitting, $2.
Bottomless Brunch at Siduri Wine Bar: Enjoy two-hour brunch bookings at the CBD’s coolest wine bar. Saturday and Sunday, 16 Peel St, 10am-2pm.
EACH WEEK
Mahjong Club (Mon and Thurs): Gisborne Town and Country Women’s Club, 42 Emily St, 12.30pm. Contact Margaret (06)8630144.
Tairāwhiti Menzshed (Tues, Thurs and Sat): Corner Parkinson and Innes Sts, Sat 9am-3pm, Tues and Thurs 9am–2pm. Details phone/text 0224650396.
Tairāwhiti Aviation Museum (Tues and Sun): Gisborne Airport, Aerodrome Rd, 9am–3pm, $5 adults, Under-12s free.
FORTNIGHTLY
Lego Club for ages 5-17: H.B. Williams Memorial Library, 3.30pm-5pm, free. Go to www.gpl.govt.nz for full details.
Gisborne Country Music Club (1st and 3rd Sundays): Senior Citizens Hall, 30 Grey St, 1pm-4pm, $5 visitors, $3 members, $1 children. Contact Flo (06) 8677637, 0274946979 or email flo.pahuru@outlook.co.nz
Gisborne Woodworking Club (2nd and 4th Saturdays and last Thursday): Green shed opposite Enterprise Aquatic Centre carpark, Nelson Rd, 10am to about noon. Contact Bill 0274507719 or email gizzywheelers@gmail.com
MONTHLY
Gizzy Monthly Market (1st Saturday): Locally produced crafts, food and products. Lawson Field Rose Garden, 7 Fitzherbert St, 9am-1pm, weather permitting.
Gas Guzzlers’ Breakfast (1st Sunday): Behind the courthouse on Reads Quay, 8.30am-11am.
Crop Swap (1st Sunday): Swap plants, produce, preserves, baking, books and more. Makaraka School carpark, 137 Main Rd, 2pm-3pm.
Irish Music Session (1st Sunday): The Rivers restaurant, 4pm-6pm. Contact Marty 0210557685.
Gisborne Floral Art Club (1st Monday): Waverley St hall, 9.30am-11.30am; (3rd Wednesday) Kahutia Bowling Club, 7pm.
Poverty Bay Blues Night (1st Tuesday): Dome Cinema, Poverty Bay Club, 6pm doors open, 7pm gig. $10 door sales, Blues Club members free, R18.
Ulysses Motorcycle Club (1st Tuesday): Bushmere Arms public bar, 673 Matawai Rd, Waerenga-a-Hika, 7.30pm. Contact Chris 0274602430.
Gisborne Friendship Group – formerly Gisborne Combined Club (1st Wednesday): For active retirees looking for friendship. Kahutia Bowling Club, 165 Cobden St, 9.30am, $5, includes morning tea. Register with Noelene (06) 8684473 or Dianne (06) 8674294.
U3A Gisborne (1st Thursday): Social interaction and learning for mature-aged folk. House of Breakthrough, cnr Lytton Rd and Ormond Rd, 9.30am, $2 at the door. Contact Diane 0274441073.
Prostate Support Group (2nd Tuesday): Cancer Society Rooms, 718 Gladstone Rd, 4.30pm. Inquiries to 0210634515.
The Country Garden Club (2nd Tuesday): Waerenga-a-Hika Hall, 728 Matawai Rd, 7.30pm, $2. Contact Katrine (06)8672427.
Gisborne Proactive Club (3rd Wednesday): Retired people’s interest group. Watson Room, Gisborne Cosmopolitan Club, 190 Derby St, 9.30am, $30/year sub and $5/meeting. Contact Malcolm (06)8672591 or 0272402590.
Gisborne Camera Club (3rd Thursday): Senior Citizens Hall, 30 Grey St, 7.30pm. Details at gisbornecameraclub@gmail.com
Gisborne Sceptic Group (3rd Sunday): 11am. Details/venue (06)8673715 or (06)8677122.
Te Hāpara Garden and Floral Art Club (4th Tuesday): Redstone Room, Farmers Air Event Centre, Showgrounds Park, 2pm.
First City Toastmasters (1st and 3rd Tuesday): Become a confident speaker and leader. Adult Literacy Rooms, 1st Floor, 100 Grey St, Gisborne, 6.15pm. Contact Helen 0221945671.
To include your event, email details to whatson@gisborneherald.co.nz at least a week before the event.