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Police issue warning as they pull in staff for Gisborne gang tangi
Police contacted local gang leaders about expectations and insignia rules.

'Off the scale' drug supply fuelling gang clashes in the regions
Homes shot at, cars rammed, drug busts during two months of gang tension.

Gisborne mayor invites Act leader to witness community support efforts
Rehette Stoltz invites David Seymour to see mayors' daily involvement in communities.

Watch: Major highway blocked by slip, Auckland flights delayed as intense storm strikes
Motorists are being warned to expect hazardous driving conditions.

Gisborne council removes alcohol restrictions despite recent opposition
Gisborne councillors voted to remove restrictive alcohol rules in the town centre.

'Enough is enough': Reward posted after 'sick' dog abuse video
Chained Dog Awareness NZ urges people to identify the man for authorities.

Court orders removal of unauthorised structures in Bay of Islands
A company ignored requests to remove a pontoon and rubber fenders.

'Keep that fire burning': Hapū's ongoing battle for land return
The group have occupied a site on Hirini Street, lighting a fire to signify their protest.

Northland welcomes new rescue helicopters
The air rescue service is adding three new helicopters to its fleet, replacing old models.

'Body-packed five cartons': Man busted smuggling cigarettes at Wellington airport
Illegal tobacco operations sell from Facebook marketplace, churches and language schools.

'Surrounded with love': Family mourn man who died after alleged bus driver assault
Peter Te Kira's grieving daughter describes the moment he took his last breath.

'Senseless violence': Two people injured after shooting in Gisborne
Four people have been arrested and charged after a police pursuit.

'Transformative moment': Dame Lisa Carrington backs women's basketball
Her involvement highlights increasing momentum for women's sports in NZ.

Weather woes easing: 'Plenty of sunshine' forecast to bring relief to NZ
Heavy rain and winds are easing across Aotearoa this weekend.

‘Will fight for the right’: Gisborne hapū to stage hīkoi for land return
The hīkoi starts at 8am on Monday, May 5, at Gisborne District Council offices.

'Trailblazer': NZME to launch dedicated country music station
iHeartCountry New Zealand will feature global stars like Morgan Wallen and Keith Urban.

Why Gisborne locals are pushing back against relaxed alcohol rules
The council consulted on excluding 'sensitive site provisions' in the CBD.

Watch: Health minister to speak amid nationwide healthcare strike
Thousands of surgeries and appointments across NZ will be cancelled by today's action.

Why Te Arai dune house is a standout
A ferry terminal, hotels, waterfront apartments, eye-catching new homes: who won awards?

'Better, fairer representation': Call to reform Gisborne wastewater committee
Samuel Lewis seeks "better, fairer representation" on Gisborne's wastewater group.

Did Cyclone Tam cause an Auckland indoor rat infestation?
Professor James Russell says the increase in sightings is due to seasonal changes.