'We put a strong focus on matching each dog to the right person.'

Poverty Bay had a punishing defeat at the hands of Thames Valley.

A new cell tower for Mahia Peninsula would cost about $1.5 million.

'It’s been a tough year in many ways so winning this prize is huge for me.'

Andrew Robertson still works as a caretaker at a Gisborne school.

TPAT promotes age-friendly initiatives as city's older population to rise 24% by 2048.

Tātau Tātau o Te Wairoa hands back last of 24 homes repaired after Gabrielle.

Jaxon Pardoe reached the Y7 and 8 boys’ final with a dominant display in his semifinal.

Discover art and science at Eastwoodhill fundraiser with Dr Lucinda Thatcher interview

Five players produce the perfect start in both leagues.

Challenging weather, along with low stock and tree prices, had big impact.

'My hope is that through this series, New Zealanders will be better informed...'

'We were so stoked when we got to the end and we definitely bonded as a group.'

Toilets will be open from 6am to 7pm, in the hope that disrupts vandalism patterns.

Gisborne letters on editor leaving, end of 140-year family involvement with paper.

Locals have highlighted the challenges of Gisborne's economy.

Muncaster racks up 20 points a game in starring performance

NZTA plans a stack of improvement works along SH2 between Wairoa and Napier.

Chance to reconnect with mates in competitive arena

The Poverty Bay coach demands an 80-minute performance to end their losing streak.

Providing tools 'to care for ourselves and others during these challenging times'.

Maize croppers report great start to planting and bud burst going well for grape growers.

Jeremy Muir's departure ends a 140-year relationship between family and newspaper.

Your guide to events around the Gisborne region, including a country tramp.

Acclaimed acts and thought-provoking shows highlight vibrant Tairāwhiti festival.

Gisborne letters: A poem on road cones, political views, road entity, council delegations.

Tairāwhiti Arts Festival's interactive sculpture exhibition returns.

The Allan 'Smiley' Haua Memorial Trophy is up for grabs in the crunch Heartland clash.

NZ Gardener editor Jo McCarroll is to be the guest speaker at the event.

Amount shows 'generosity of New Zealanders and how much we all value our chopper crews'