There won’t be any coronial inquiry into a human skull found at Tatapouri Bay last year. In a recently released decision, coroner Mark Wilton said the skull had been examined by a range of experts and he was satisfied it dated back to pre-European...
Police have released the name of the homeless man who died in an apparent drowning incident in the Tūranganui River on Thursday night last week. He was 64-year-old Francis Tuta Hongara of no fixed abode. Police said Mr Hongara had whānau links in...
Gisborne law firms Nolans Lawyers and Woodward Chrisp are giving clients the opportunity to leave a gift in their will to The Sunrise Foundation — with no fee charged for the amendment — as part of Wills Month this September. “Often we can’t...
After dedicating his career to Māori land law and family law, Judge Wilson Isaac (Ngāti Porou, Ngāi Tūhoe, Ngāti Kahungunu) has been made a honorary Doctor of Laws. The degree will be conferred on Judge Isaac today, at the University of Otago...
The district is taking a cool approach to spring, and there is the potential for another soaking over the next few days. Signs are the developing El Nino climate pattern is taking control, bringing new issues for the region. Temperatures for the...
“It’s the question a political leader will almost never answer publicly but which is nonetheless quietly discussed inside and outside of the leader’s party: what will you do if you lose?” So started twin comment pieces this week by NZ Herald...
Re: Chalk and cheese, August 16 column. Simin Williams Dr Mike Joy certainly emphasised that while wind and the sun’s energy are unlimited, the equipment to capture these renewable sources of energy are fossil-fuel dependent and certainly not...
In response to my column on degrowth (see above), Simin Williams misquotes Mike Joy as saying he would vote for no political party. He said he would vote for whichever he disliked the least, which is quite different. In his criticisms of parties he...
Local authorities are sharing 50 percent of the cost of buying out properties damaged by our recent natural disasters. How much will that impact on Tairāwhiti in terms of rates rises and asset sales? What will the cost be to us in dollar terms?...
Kia ora, I have been a part of basketball here for the past 15 years — first following my husband in the senior men’s division and then our children aged 10-19 throughout school/local club and representative basketball. You could say we are 100...
There is such a huge following and talent pool of basketballers here — having a dedicated facility will grow participation. A multi-court facility was opened in Wellington when I lived there, and basketball is so strong there now. Simon Wilson
Space company Rocket Lab intends to launch its latest mission from Māhia next Thursday, after the launch was delayed by technical problems with the Electron rocket. The company announced yesterday that it will be launching from Māhia again in...
Maritime NZ has announced recipients of its annual community grant funding for safety programmes to help reduce fatalities and injuries to people out on the water in recreational craft. Some of the funding has been allocated to Gisborne District...
The future of clubs operating on council-owned land in Gisborne is up in the air after several leases quietly expired without renewal. Menzshed’s Tairāwhiti branch, which operates a community workshop, is one such party waiting for Gisborne...
Workshops aim to help students make more informed decisions Youth vaping is at the forefront of the minds at Gisborne Boys’ High School after Te Hā Ora Asthma and Respiratory Foundation held workshops with Year 9 and 10 students this week. Deputy...
Conservation Week events this week included two hours of dune planting at Waikanae Beach, where members of the public were invited to dig in and add to the native grasses on the foreshore. Charlotte Knight and Juliette Gottlieb seemed happy to be...
“The mills of the gods grind slowly, but they grind exceeding fine,” wrote Sextus Empiricus, a Sceptic philosopher who lived mainly in Athens and Alexandria almost 2000 years ago. Justice may be slow to come, but in the end the wicked will be...
Wairoa code-switchers Madison Bartlett and Amelia Pasikala and Gisborne’s Nita Maynard are making an impact on the NRL Women’s Premiership. All three are in teams sitting in the top three of the eight-team competition after four rounds. Points...
GISBORNE Judo Club head coach Jason King can be forgiven for feeling a little old. He’s trained countless judoka over his decades with the club formed by father Dave, and now the children of some of them are emerging as talented players...
GISBORNE CLUB DARTS ASSOCIATION INDIVIDUAL HIGHLIGHTS 180s: M Reedy 2, B Leach (Done n Dusted); H Eyles 3, (Vikings); A Charlie, J Noanoa, Q Stevens 2 (Rebels); A Tangira (Spartans); J Smith (Brezz’n Silver); M Evans 2 (Spandangles); R Moore (6...
Gisborne’s Kaley Knight is among the 13-strong list of contracted players for the 2023-24 Northern Districts women’s team. Four new faces have made a list ND Cricket described as “a classy line-up”. “Powerhouse batter and right-arm...
Hana Tukukino of Tolaga Bay talks to Loren Sirl about her life teaching and advocating for Maori. Hana waved goodbye to her grandmother at just 13 years of age. From the tiny town of rural Tolaga Bay she left for boarding school, Te Waipounamu...
The beauty of the East Coast is matched by its rich offerings of kai. Loren Sirl sits down with local foodie Cynthia Sidney. The verdict’s in — crayfish is the favourite on the East Coast. “Nah, it’s kina,” and “It’s boil-up” are...
You can’t beat homegrown veges. They taste better, you know that they’re pesticide-free, and they have the added bonus of saving you money. Winter is a great opportunity to plant your garden with some different kinds of crop to compliment your...
This crusty bread might be one of the easiest things you’ll ever bake, Tayla Pearce says. It requires no kneading, is soft on the inside and has an irresistible crispy crust. Eat it warm and slathered with butter, make sandwiches or toasties, dunk...
Experience the epitome of luxury and timeless elegance at Hong Kong’s Peninsula Hotel as Mike Yardley takes on a journey through 95 years of opulent hospitality. She has been the first lady of Hong Kong hospitality for a staggering 95 years. First...
I wish to express my support for an indoor sports centre to be built here in Tairāwhiti. This facility would be incredibly beneficial for the wellbeing of our tamariki, allowing them more opportunities to improve skills and build interpersonal...
As we watched yesterday’s GBHS match it occurred to me how many people in this area, in fact all over this country, put themselves out to coach, referee and just generally take care of all sorts of teams, so that our kids can enjoy the sport they...
I write in support of Vietnam veteran Wally Te Ua regarding his letter concerning Long Tan and the comrades he represents (Gis Herald, August 16). They have “become the inheritors of the mantle”. It is true, they “answered the call to duty”...
The finalists have been decided for the FIFA Women’s World Cup on Sunday and while the dream run of our co-hosts Australia has fallen short of that ultimate stage, the tournament has been a massive success on both sides of the Tasman. Enthusiasm...
Clive Bibby Re: Chalk and cheese, August 16 column. It wouldn’t be so bad if Gavin Maclean was as committed to supplying the basic necessities of life to those most negatively affected by “degrowth” without the raw materials that are essential...
It’s YMP v Whangara for Premier Grade glory after nail-biting semifinal Whangara Old Girls will clock up yet another Premier Grade grand final but they got there by the slenderest of margins in a pulsating semifinal in the YMCA on Wednesday night...
Gisborne Thistle couldn’t have asked for better opponents than those they face at Childers Road Reserve tomorrow. Palmerston North Marist are nine points clear at the top of the Central Federation League table. Who better to play for a shot at...
Tūranga Wāhine kick off the inaugural North Island Heartland competition against Thames Valley in Te Aroha tomorrow. Ngāti Porou East Coast Hamoterangi are also in action against Wairarapa Bush in Napier. Turanga and Thames Valley sides met in...