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'Delicate issue': Gisborne bridge remains closed, awaiting cultural elements
"It is a rather delicate moment at this point, so we’re treading a little lightly."

Bousfield, Woods unbeaten on way to Jenny Virtue HiLo title
Players new to croquet learn the ropes alongside experienced campaigners.

Broken sleep no hardship for proud Gisborne grandmother of Ally Wollaston
First Kiwi winner of Tour of Britain dedicates ride to godmother's husband

‘A silly decision’: Safety advocate Sterling Maxwell on drinking and driving under 20
Maxwell emphasises the importance of rangatahi driving safely and responsibly.

Bell set to ring for round 2 of Poverty Bay club hockey
GMC, LPSC derbies looking like one-way traffic on round 1 form

This one's for Ronnie: Whāngārā derby fitting homage for much-loved coach
'This will be a special tribute to their coach, friend and mentor.'

Power bill increase in Tairāwhiti, but better infrastructure promised
FirstLight Network has increased resilience work as power bills rise in Tairāwhiti.

Gone in 28 seconds: Tapuae's Manuel stuns OBM with quickfire try
High School Old Boys are up into third after their Carmichael Cup win over Ngātapa.

Work continues on multi-sports hub;
“We’re so excited about the progress that’s been made...": Gisborne Netball Centre

On The Up: Sisters celebrate their heritage in Tairāwhiti Museum exhibition
It's the first time the sisters have exhibited together as a family group.

Rising Kiwi artists announce North Island tour dates
Trio's Homegrown Road Trip starts in Gisborne on June 26.

Trust Tairāwhiti plans 'proactive approach' to tackle Gisborne's dropping cruise bookings
Cruise visits drop to 10 next season here - Trust Tairawhiti takes proactive approach.

Former All Black Bridge in talks for Super Rugby return
Western Force 'poised' to sign former All Black winger for Super Rugby Pacific.

Taking another shot at B.G. Cup glory 31 years after losing final
Tamatea, Kahukoti qualify top for Te Kanawa Cup men's pairs at the Park course.

Youth blood donations drop 25%, raising supply concerns for NZBS
The average age of donors in New Zealand has increased to 43.

Rhythm and Vines organisers to support SuperGrans Tairāwhiti Trust with fundraising
Rhythm and Vines has made SuperGrans Tairawhiti their official charity partner.

Gisborne council urges participation in local elections, Māori wards vote
Nominations open on July 4 and close on August 1.

'Out of control': Fed Farmers welcomes laws to stop carbon forestry on productive farms
Fears 750,000 breeding ewes will be lost from land going into pine trees.

Residents stop contractors' work on 15-metre cell tower in Gisborne
Residents are peacefully protesting a cell tower in their neighbourhood, blocking work.

'Not fit for a dog': Gisborne tenant reveals harsh realities of rental hunt
Gisborne's median rent on Trade Me in April was $680, the highest in New Zealand.

'Decades of underinvestment': Gisborne play space to get significant upgrade
The Elgin project will cost $190,000, the only significant renewal until 2027.