New ZealandRhythm and Vines festivalgoers blamed for rubbish dumping in nearby forestRnV has sent crews to clean up rubbish believed to have been dumped by festival-goers.03 Jan 07:12 AM
New ZealandRhythm and Vines tragedy: Police seek witnesses, say driver of vehicle ‘extremely distressed’Pedestrians Jardon Thomas Te Hau, 31, and brother-in-law killed near Rhythym and Vines.03 Jan 04:01 AM
New Zealand‘Heartbreaking’: The dad-of-four and teen brother-in-law hit and killed by car while walking to R&V festivalJardon Te Hau is being remembered as a colourful character with a big heart.02 Jan 04:59 PM
New ZealandTwo people hit by car, killed near Rhythm & Vines festival venueTwo people were hit by a car on Back Ormond Rd, near the venue of Rhythm and Vines.31 Dec 07:47 PM
Entertainment‘We didn’t agree to that’: Artists caught off guard by convicted rapper’s R&V inclusionDizzee Rascal was given a 12-month restraining order for assaulting his ex-partner.29 Dec 06:30 PM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorms to dampen Christmas for parts of NZHeavy rain and hail are expected in the Bay of Plenty, Taupō, Gisborne, and Hawke’s Bay.24 Dec 08:38 PM
New ZealandChristmas Eve tragedy: Rāhui in place after diver dies near GisbornePolice were called to Hicks Bay at 7.25 this morning.24 Dec 04:27 AM
New ZealandNine youths arrested following spate of car break-insFour of the alleged offenders are under 13 and have been referred to youth services.21 Dec 05:33 AM
New ZealandGisborne musicians singing to win $10,000 on 5 Minutes of FameGisborne's Five Minutes of Fame finalists.21 Dec 01:49 AM
New Zealand'Really disappointed': Woman fears no escape from 'social influencer' abusive exCushla Thomson is haunted by the thought of seeing her violent ex in public again.17 Dec 03:35 AM
New ZealandWeather: What happened to summer? More heavy rain, storms in chaotic forecastIt's a mixed bag of weather over the next few days.15 Dec 11:11 PM
New ZealandMotel manager sacked for ‘threatening’ letter awarded almost $27kThe motel manager said the letter was not meant to harm anyone; her boss disagreed.15 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand10 days out from Xmas, what might Santa deliver?Meteorologist says a break in the unsettled weather could be on the cards for Christmas.14 Dec 06:50 PM
KahuKiwi soldier brings Ukrainian mana homeA New Zealand soldier builds strong bonds with Ukrainians he helped train.14 Dec 06:12 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Gisborne school bringing history to lifeTūranga Tangata Rite's new school building to become school syllabus.12 Dec 02:33 AM
New Zealand'Very concerned': Ministry seeks answers over alleged neglect in care homeWhaikaha, Ministry of the Disabled, considers investigation into allegations of neglect.04 Dec 04:35 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Building Academy adds tools to students' beltsGisborne high school's Building Academy is good for students and good for the community.26 Nov 10:23 PM
KahuKura signal need for education developmentFour kura keen to develop self-determined education for tamariki.25 Nov 08:47 PM
PremiumPremiumInfrastructure reportThree Waters 'the right thing to do’ - Grant RobertsonGovernment will press ahead with plans for co-governance in Three Waters reforms.21 Nov 03:59 PM
New Zealand'Truly disgusting': Friend condemns attack on ‘hard-working’ senior coupleFour intruders seeking alcohol attacked a senior couple at their home on Saturday night.21 Nov 12:25 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Inspiring the next generation of entrepreneursGisborne youth get real-world entrepreneurial learning.18 Nov 04:32 AM
New Zealand'They're making bloody excuses': WorkSafe under fire over forestry deathWorkSafe says the nearest qualified inspector was three hours away in Napier.17 Nov 05:49 PM
New Zealand‘It was life or death’: Women’s rugby star’s brave battle for survivalRugby player's inspirational battle for life and women's rugby on the East Coast.12 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘We miss her a lot’: Whānau of young Gisborne mum shot dead speak of lossChephar Hollis-Brown, 25 was shot and killed in July when she answered a doorknock.12 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Frocks on Friday getting people talkingGisborne wāhine dress up to bring awareness to mental health.10 Nov 11:56 PM
New ZealandFamily's grief after US tourist killed on dream trip to NZ with 'love of his life'Nicholas Simon loved the outdoors, and his last day alive was spent surfing, family say.05 Nov 08:43 AM
New ZealandPolice reveal details of young mum’s ‘senseless killing’25-year-old Chephar Hollis-Brown was a mother of one.03 Nov 07:55 AM
New ZealandWoman to appear in court over nine-year-old cold case killing, faces arson and murder chargesThe 62-year-old accused was granted bail and remanded to reappear later this month.02 Nov 10:43 PM
Kahu'We continue to suffer': Female councillor challenged over speaking on the maraeRhonda Tibble was elected to the new Māori ward of Gisborne District Council last month.02 Nov 07:08 AM
Investment'Reduced demand, falling prices': House values still dropping nationwideValue drops have slowed in the last month but that's no reason to say things are turning.01 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAgony and ecstasy: How rugby heroes triumphed over on-field tragedyA day of deep sorrow ended in a day of joy for rugby fans on the East Coast.29 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFour seriously injured in Gisborne crashPolice were called to Matawai Rd in Te Karaka at 5.20pm.27 Oct 05:42 AM
New ZealandMinister asks WorkSafe to explain why no inspector sent to forestry deathMichael Wood expressed his sympathies to Jason Rawiri's family.26 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Deeply concerning': WorkSafe under fire following latest forestry death'What is more important than coming to a fatality?'24 Oct 04:00 PM