Latest from Gisborne

Knife recovered from Gisborne brawl scene, police update
Three men injured in the altercation have now been discharged from hospital.

Brian Tamaki plans to sue councils over ratepayer-funded rainbow projects
A lawyer specialising in local government says Tamaki has little ground to stand on.

Gisborne disabled strategy 10 years out of date - advocate finds
Disabled community asks District Council to renew their disability strategy.

Gisborne police declare war on ‘anti-social’ drivers
Gisborne police have launched a crack down on 'anti-social' drivers.

Charges laid over Gisborne rainbow crossing vandalism
Police say 'alleged offending is consistent with a hate crime'.

‘Got the worst deal’: Wet, windy weekend for battered regions, elsewhere fares better
A heavy rain watch has been issued for beleaguered eastern region.

Watch: Full video emerges of 'hate crime' vandalism of Auckland's rainbow crossing
Hooded and masked vandals can be seen filming themselves painting over rainbow crossing.

Gisborne brawl deaths: Gang leaders involved in peace talks ahead of tangi for fight victim
Dozens of people are at tangi for one of two men killed in 21st birthday party tragedy.

Gisborne brawl deaths: Assault charge upgraded to cause grievous bodily harm
Incident on Saturday night left two dead and three critically injured

NI holidaymakers should prepare for heavy rain, gusty winds, harbour bridge restrictions
Most of the North Island will see rain at times during the long weekend.

Gisborne rainbow crossing restored after Destiny churchgoers paint it white
'We’re thrilled the rainbow crossing was repainted overnight' - Mayor.

'Arrest us': Protesters clash after Destiny Church members paint over rainbow crossing
Rehette Stoltz says she plans to seek reparations from the group.

Focus: Gang member killed in Gisborne birthday brawl
Black Power member Kane Taare Gray has been named as one of those who died. Video / NZHerald

Gisborne brawl, mental health calls and Cyclone Gabrielle review | Focus Morning Bulletin March 26, 2024
Gang member killed in Gisborne brawl named, cops prepare to pull back from distress calls and the Prime Minister addresses findings of Cyclone Gabrielle review in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / NZHerald

Te Tai Rāwhiti, he pērā, ka whiti mai te rā - The East Coast, like that, the sun will rise
Harata Gibson calls for all groups to come together to mourn after Gisborne party deaths.

'Loving dad': Man killed in Gisborne party brawl had recently become a father
The brawl was sparked when two uninvited guests turned up at a 21st birthday celebration.

'Tragically taken': Man celebrating 21st birthday and gang member killed in Gisborne brawl
Family members said he was 'taken from us on what was meant to be his special night'.

Port plans, Gisborne brawl and SailGP | Focus Morning Bulletin March 25, 2024
Prominent figures oppose plan for Port of Auckland, what is believed to have started the fatal mass brawl in Gisborne and SailGP CEO Sir Russell Coutts faces backlash in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / TVNZ / SailGP

Māori students honoured with scholarships and awards for outstanding achievements
Gisborne's C-Company Memorial House hosted the 13 achievers for 2024.

Man to appear in court after 21st party brawl leaves two dead
Gangs are believed to be involved in the incident, but not 'at war', city councillor says.

Homicide investigation after brawl at 21st birthday leaves two dead
The mass brawl took place in Gisborne.

Family members of two dead gather at scene of mass brawl
Three people are in a critical condition at Gisborne Hospital, which is in lockdown.

Brian Tamaki cancels drag queen event created by ex-Destiny Church member
Tamaki's team will put pressure on Hastings and Gisborne libraries to follow Rotorua.

Sean Wainui’s widow speaks of a ‘man of mana’ as the whānau unveils his beautiful headstone
The widow of Sean Wainui has spoken for the first time of her devastating loss.

Polo? Yolo! Meet legend of the sport Curly, still got it at 77
Phillip 'Curly' Thompson is still playing polo at the age of 77.

NZME buys Gisborne Herald newspaper and website
The newspaper has served as a 'cornerstone' of Tairāwhiti for 150 years.

Tairāwhiti conservationist discovers new mānuka species
Graeme Atkins confirms new manuka species 20 years after initial find.

Audits on forestry practices will improve: industry
International attention is continuing to hone in on forestry practices on the East Coast.

Man says drugs were for own use - his safe password suggested otherwise
Drug seller claims money was from orchard work, building and pokies.