Gisborne Herald news
‘Different boat’: Gisborne Council grapples with speed rule changes
The council's bylaw process complicates implementing the new speed limits.
Historic Gisborne note, medals exceed auction estimates
A rare 1860's one-pound note from Gisborne sold for $4100, surpassing its $3000 estimate.
Multidisciplinary artist Jamie Berry to unveil new public artwork in April
The pou will display projections, reflecting on Aotearoa's history and identity.
How a physiotherapist found serenity and success in painting
'It's my essence': Artist blends trauma care with painting.
Art exhibition, heavy metal music and Teddy Bear’s Picnic
New art exhibition, heavy metal and Smash Palace and last chance to see Badjelly the Witch
Community groups join forces to aid Gisborne’s rough sleepers
Gisborne leaders have created plan to support 40 rough sleepers in the region.
Gisborne’s DrainWise redirects downpipes to prevent sewage spills
The council removed 25 downpipes from November 2024 to January 31.
Waka ama a springboard to success through Te Kurawai programme
Kiwi Campbell-driven course leading to degree studies.
Brad to the bone: Another title for Gisborne Speedway Club
Relief and elation for McGee after winning North Island Stockcar Champs.
Premium
‘So much generosity in Gisborne’: Two women moving to support Cancer Society
Jane Wilkie lost her 31-year-old son Matt to bowel cancer in 2022.
‘Improving but significant work ahead’: Tairawhiti’s immunisation push
Tairawhiti achieved the highest ED efficiency, with 92.2% treated in six hours.
No plans yet for site of demolished 107-year-old Anglican church in Gisborne
The Church of the Resurrection reached the end of its life and was demolished in November.
Gisborne’s million-dollar apartment remediation nears completion amid delays
Patrick Willock said compliance delays had been frustrating for contractors and owners.
'Significant investment': Sawmill reopening to create hundreds of jobs
Former key employees have been approached with job offers.
Future stars of First XV rugby: Top 10 players to follow
Meet the group of schoolboy players who are poised to shine in the future.
Our community
Man charged with murder after Gisborne mass brawl dies
The death of the 26-year-old has been referred to the coroner.
Remembering Pat Hall: A life devoted to nursing, politics and theatre
Pat Hall helped others at work, in plays and through politics.
McCombe and Corson top bridge scorers
Ann McCombe and Patricia Corson scored 75% at Gisborne contract bridge on Monday.
‘Different boat’: Gisborne Council grapples with speed rule changes
The council's bylaw process complicates implementing the new speed limits.
Historic Gisborne note, medals exceed auction estimates
A rare 1860's one-pound note from Gisborne sold for $4100, surpassing its $3000 estimate.
On the mats: Indoor bowls novice wins first centre tournament title
Sylvia Groves turned heads with her draw bowls in a successful centre debut.
Trophy success times two for Hoepo, Pinn
Sixteen teams battle it out for Evelyn Mills Trophy on Poverty Bay greens.
‘So much generosity in Gisborne’: Two women moving to support Cancer Society
Jane Wilkie lost her 31-year-old son Matt to bowel cancer in 2022.
Farming Women Tairāwhiti seeks members for discussion group
FWT group inclusive of women at all stages of their farming lives
Noddy Halley top dog three times at Whatatutu trials
A 'well-deserved' life membership for Graeme Cook after 25 years with the club.
Rural news
'The wisdom of planting timber' in 1924
One farmer made £55 off a giant pine felled on a Pākōwhai farm in 1924.
‘Really lucky’: Farmers grateful for training programme
Growing Future Farmers is a training programme aimed at increasing industry skills.
Winter is the perfect time to grow your gardening knowledge
Opinion: Time to curl up by the fire with a good pile of gardening books by your side.
Property news from OneRoof
Car news and advice
Kia EV3 first drive: localised efficiency
Kia's new small EV could well be its best one yet.
Smart #3 review: smarter than the average Benz
Chinese EV smarts propel Smart's little electric SUV beyond its solid German origins.
Audi TT could return as an all-electric sports car
The iconic sports car could share an EV platform with the electric Porsche Boxster.
More Gisborne Herald news
Noddy Halley top dog three times at Whatatutu trials
A 'well-deserved' life membership for Graeme Cook after 25 years with the club.
Tolaga Bay’s Tau up for Ahuwhenua Young Māori Farmer Award
Puatai Station head shepherd carving out impressive career.
Bullets fired into packed rural pub near Wairoa, police investigate gang links
Police are searching for a white hatchback seen in the area before the shooting.
’Fighting spirit’: Te Waka dig deep to achieve Premier cricket triple crown
'Resilience under pressure' as fearless Horouta complete a perfect season.
‘A great save’: Māhia gorse fire came within 5m of building
'We stopped the fire from reaching those houses, which was great.'
Council announces rural road closures for essential works
Monkey comb an 'incredibly tricky pest to eradicate.'
Seaweek celebrated at Pouawa marine reserve
Diving, sandcastle, artwork and sausages enjoyed at snorkel day.
First overseas kiwifruit shipment loaded at Gisborne’s Eastland Port
First of five ships took away 980 pallets of kiwifruit.
From Lightning God to High Five: Two Rocket Lab missions in three days
Missions 61 and 65 launch in close succession from Rocket Lab's Mahia pad.
Night vision: $27k goggles huge boost to rescue chopper
Rapid Relief Team donation for vital piece of rescue equipment welcomed.
Gisborne highway speed review a ‘relief’ and ‘fantastic news’
NZTA will conduct speed reviews on roads with automatic reversals in Gisborne.
‘Dark mystery’: Vigil marks missing woman’s birthday, 5 years after disappearance
The gathering's organiser hopes a ceremony will be held annually until Jamie is found.
McCombe and Corson record top score in Gisborne Bridge Club competitions
Patricia Corson was ever-present in results from Friday to Thursday.
100 years ago: Nepia, Mill and the legendary 1924 Invincibles
The 1924 Invincibles won all 32 matches in Britain, France and Canada.
