Community stalwart can't retire completely after 35 years of volunteer service
Dot McCulloch continues her work with Makaraka Cemetery Trust.
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'Steady sales': Gisborne retailers hopeful for Christmas boost
Large retail spending growth for Gisborne may not carry forward into Christmas.
Coastguard Gisborne securing future through Sunrise Foundation
Coastguard's endowment fund 'a call to action' for the community.
'Best of the best': Superstock stars set for Gisborne showdown
Rees family trio to lead the charge in Superstock Thunder series at Gisborne Speedway.
A decade in the making: Stage 2 of port twin berth gets Enviro Court tick
Extensive collaboration with community made outcome possible: Port general manager
Fiesta Latina to heat up Gisborne with salsa and samba at Midway Surf Hub
Experience Latin party vibes at Gisborne’s Fiesta Latina before Christmas.
Encore: Local musicians, Gisborne choir to stage another Christmas concert
'It's going to be a thrilling experience with such strong vocal and instrumental backing.'
What's on in Tairāwhiti this weekend: Diwali Festival, Rising Stars theatre and Christmas concert
What's on in Tairāwhiti this weekend: Diwali Festival, Rising Stars theatre and Christmas
Coast bridge lifted again
The Rotokautuku Bridge on SH35 near Ruatōria was lifted again yesterday.
$31.1m mental health facility opens at Gisborne Hospital
New Gisborne unit prioritises early intervention with two short-stay beds for better care.
'A great start': Sweetcorn crop harvested early
The region’s sweetcorn is ready for picking and will be in stores this week.
Ram sales season set for final flourish at Matawhero Saleyards
Te Ruanui Poll Dorsets to put up 120 of their rams for sale in last big sale for 2024
Basketball tournament big fundraising and community success
'A wonderful day': Basketball event honouring Midge Te Kani brings community together.
Taruheru River's story in photos and video
Heritage Tairāwhiti working with museums 'to tell our vast stories of people and place'.
Local couple triumphs at annual spud competition, winning top prizes
Spud in a Bucket contest raises $2800 for Alzheimer’s support in Gisborne community.
Lap record falls again at Eastland Kart Club
Hall slashes 1.251secs off previous best as Barwick wins feature race
Police give monthly safety training to Gisborne council staff abused by public
Concerning incidents at Gisborne Library include a photocopier being thrown.
Sprinkler use limited as Gisborne battles water scarcity
Gisborne District Council limits sprinklers to 6-8am to curb high evening water demand.
Bragging rights to Tamarau in Battle of the Burbs
'[It's about] getting more fun and a sense of community back into competition surfing.'
Murals reflect student resilience after Cyclone Gabrielle in Te Karaka
Murals at Te Karaka School help students express feelings from Cyclone Gabrielle's impact.
Success at Whangamatā Classic for Gisborne surf lifesavers
Midway’s Ella Sutton and Yahni Brown were standouts.
Decent rain needed by Christmas to dodge the drought word
The east coast needs decent rain soon to stave off the threat of drought.
Bigger and better next year after successful It's a Gizzy Christmas
A practical way 'to keep our whānau safe on the water this summer' is being launched.
Reducing waste: Not-for-profits join forces for home demolitions
Demolition of unsafe homes begins; salvage efforts reduce waste and support community.
'Shattered into a million pieces': Whānau devastated after hunting tragedy
Their comments come as a man is jailed for three years.
Gisborne unveils water filter unit especially designed for the isolated region
The portable water unit can supply fresh water in mass during severe weather events.
Man jailed after boy fatally shoots hunter
John Atkins, a 44-year-old father-of-three, died after he was shot in the head in August.
From first to fourth on scoreboard for economic activity and growth
Construction sector was the primary cause for positional drop.
Medical cannabis company secures $1.2m to boost growth amid tough market
Rua Bioscience CEO Paul Naske is adamant: 'We are here for the long term.'
Record weather means early corn for Gisborne
A hot and dry spring means early LeaderBrand sweet corn in local supermarkets.
'Champion' of regional real estate awarded life membership
'It has good times and bad times. You just knuckle down and keep working.'
Gold for Gisborne’s Mills at Oceania tournament in Auckland
Dayvinia Mills wins gold as member of Aotearoa Māori four at Oceania tourney
On track: Gisborne teen Corbyn Wilson drifting up the ranks
Going through the gears to reach big time racing in Japan.
Tapuwae Tairāwhiti Trails launches interactive map for 58 trails
Tapuwae Tairāwhiti Trails Trust launches site, installs counters to track trail usage.