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15 Jan 2025

‘Tough decision’: Ophthalmologist reflects on leaving Gisborne after 17 years

Ophthalmologist Graham Wilson has reluctantly left Gisborne after serving the community for 17 years. Wilson is now based in Christchurch where he will continue to work in the public and private sectors. He left Gisborne mainly to be closer to his...

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18 Jan 2025

The multi-million dollar mountain of wood removed from Gisborne waterways and beaches

Tens of millions in funding have been spent cleaning up tonnes of woody debris from Tairāwhiti beaches and river catchments in the past 20 months. In 2024, 330,301 cubic metres of woody debris was removed from the region’s beaches and river...

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18 Jan 2025

Gisborne’s most stolen car revealed

One Gisborne fan of the Toyota Corolla is not letting its status as one of the most stolen vehicles in Gisborne influence their preferences, even after two thefts. New insurance claims data from IAG’s insurance brands’ motor claims this week...

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23 Jan 2025

Gisborne’s water restrictions eased as reservoirs replenished

Gisborne residents can now enjoy eased water restrictions after months of conservation, thanks to replenished water sources at the Mangapoike Dams and a plentiful flow from the Te Arai River. The Level 2 water restrictions, which limited the use of...

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Social media backlash for ‘disgraceful’ gym etiquette poster

Gisborne YMCA has apologised and removed a controversial line from a Gym Etiquette post after social media backlash criticised it for “body shaming”. YMCA Gisborne Fitness made a post with a Y Gym Etiquette poster this month, describing it as...

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Why Tairāwhiti gets a long weekend on Auckland Anniversary

On Monday, Tairāwhiti residents will enjoy a day off for Auckland Anniversary Day. But why does a region hundreds of kilometres from the Queen City observe this holiday? Many statutory holidays signify no particular meaning to Kiwis such as those...

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Gisborne beaches snubbed in NZ Herald’s best beaches competition

Gisborne beaches don’t compare with the best beaches in the country, according to NZ Herald readers in the publication’s 2025 annual best beaches competition. Herald readers voted for 10 nominees in five categories, including best surfing...

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