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'Persistent structural issue': Call for tax law change as region's debt hits $40m
Gisborne businesses owe more than $40m in tax as liquidations rise nationwide.
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Van fire puts person in hospital, threatens nearby house
The vehicle was completely ablaze when firefighters arrived.
Sun shines for 13 Gisborne schools in $30m solar scheme
Ngata Memorial College expects solar to improve resilience during outages.
New mobility van blessed in Gisborne
Sunshine Service's mobility van was blessed by Rev Jimmy Green in Gisborne. Video / Anne-Marie de Bruin
Editorial: New specialist schools welcome, but funding is only a first step
OPINION: New school should also accommodate specific regional needs.
'A living memorial': Natural burial sites proposed for Tairāwhiti
Natural burial sites have been proposed at the Ormond and Pātūtahi cemeteries.
Trucking firm enters court-ordered liquidation with $545,000 in claims
Naati Haulage was placed into liquidation by the High Court at Gisborne last month.
Contractor reportedly owing IRD $1.1m attributes liquidation to slow payments and inconsistent work
The company was placed into liquidation by a special resolution of the shareholders.
Publicly listed Aussie company buys Gisborne's oldest funeral business
Evans Funeral Services and Gisborne Tairawhiti Cremation Services will join Propel.
'Me & You': Former All Black engaged to long-term partner
George Bridge played 19 tests for the All Blacks between 2018 and 2021.
'Best birthday present': Gisborne kids thrilled by Steven Adams basketball camp
The first Steven Adams basketball camp in Gisborne began today.
Councillor questions 'underspend' on waste and stormwater infrastructure
Jeremy Muir asked why spending on Gisborne's waste and stormwater was so far under budget.
Rural Gisborne wakes to dusting of snow with a forecast of colder nights ahead
Snow flurries are possible above 500m in Tairāwhiti this morning.
Stanford reveals new school to fill 'big black spots' for high-needs kids
Gisborne parents wanting a specialist school for their kids have to drive 200km to Napier.
Marae solar project provides power and learning opportunities for iwi and ākonga
Solar systems will support daily use, power outages and civil defence.
The small panels helping prepare Tairāwhiti for the next disaster
Training began in Te Araroa for local landing zone wardens with new marker panels.
Five M5-plus quakes in a month – but no sign of major rupture
Earth Sciences NZ says the recent tremors appear to be unrelated.
'Bit of a shaky weekend': NZ hit by three quakes three days in a row
Thousands of people reported feeling last night's quake after it struck near Te Araroa.
Thousands feel strong 5.7 earthquake near Te Araroa
GeoNet classified the shaking as strong.
‘I’m not a criminal’: Inside the underground world of magic mushroom therapy
In inner-city Auckland, more than 150 clients have visited this magic mushroom guide.
'Blending kapa haka and line dance': Pauline Gilroy recognised on national stage
The Gisborne choreographer is one of five finalists in the inaugural Line Dance NZ Awards.
Rhythm and Vines reveals line-up for last Gisborne festival
The Chicago DJ will debut at the event as Netsky makes his eighth appearance.
'Magic in their eyes': Mayor praises youth jobs taskforce success
One of the young people, Ashtra Warren Hillman, now works at Gisborne District Council.
Further submissions invited for Gisborne's housing intensification proposal
Those in favour liked protections for productive land, while those opposed feared impacts.
Gisborne council seeks feedback on closing Kaiti Hill at night
The proposal aims to curb vandalism, illegal rubbish dumping and antisocial behaviour.
Smuggling vodka in bread: A mum's memories as a Rhythm & Vines taxi
Jane Phare recalls an exhausting trip to Gissy as back-up support to four teens.
'Even a year ago, I hated people talking about it': Shane Cameron opens up on brutal defeat and making up with David Tua
How a kid with dyslexia rose to the top even after a grim loss he's finally at peace with.
Life after R&V: Can Tairāwhiti replace its biggest festival?
Rhythm and Vines boosted local GDP by $4.2m in 2024.
'Being prepared is key': Businesses urged to plan for disruption
Cyber security and communication backups proved key focus areas for attendees.
Grieving dad welcomes end of R&V era in Gisborne
Jade Richards, 18, died in a crash after leaving Rhythm & Vines in January.