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Tolaga Bay hunter death: Father of child who fatally shot John Atkins pleads guilty to manslaughter

A man has pleaded guilty in the High Court at Gisborne to manslaughter, unlawful possession of a firearm, possession of a firearm without a licence and possession of cannabis for sale. The defendant, whose firearms licence expired in August 2012...

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James Pocock

25 Oct 2024

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Ritchie Civil owners purchase Allied Concrete plant

A couple’s purchase of one of Gisborne’s two concrete plants brings it into local hands and will ensure it keeps serving the community. Owners of civil contracting company Ritchie Civil, Derek and Rebecca Watson, bought the ready mix concrete...

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James Pocock

24 Oct 2024

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No arrest yet after thieves steal about 10 vehicles over two nights in Gisborne

Gisborne residents hit during a spate of vehicle thefts and break-ins this week say their lives have been disrupted by the loss of their cars and the cost of repairs or replacement. Samantha Tuhura said she was moving a vehicle about 6.30am on...

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James Pocock

21 Oct 2024

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‘No place for hatred and division’: Gisborne Mayor and rainbow community condemn repeat vandalism

Gisborne’s main street rainbow crossing has been vandalised for the second time in less than a week after it was repainted following the first incident. The crossing was repainted after black graffiti writing was sprayed on it Thursday last week...

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James Pocock

17 Oct 2024

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Dog attacks leave more than 50 animals dead: ‘Heartbreaking’ attacks prompt calls for stricter animal control laws

Six dogs have killed more than 50 lambs, ducks and chickens in attacks described as “horrific” and “heartbreaking”. Residents around Gisborne’s Nelson Rd and Campion Rd are now afraid to keep animals on their properties after last...

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James Pocock

04 Oct 2024

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‘Look, it’s too late! Get out!’: Mum’s desperate plea to son as house burns

A Gisborne mother had to physically stop her teen son from rushing into their kitchen to put out a fire as flames hit the ceiling. Meri Haapu has been overwhelmed by community support after her house burned down, but what matters most to her is what...

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James Pocock

02 Oct 2024

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ASB regional economic scoreboard: Gisborne locals highlight challenges underlying growth

A report shows Gisborne is leading the economic growth rankings for all regions but some locals are not convinced. Gisborne had the most economic growth in the June quarter, according to ASB’s latest Regional Economic Scoreboard released earlier...

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James Pocock

27 Sep 2024

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‘Urgent’ review at Gisborne Hospital: Security cameras not working for three months

An “urgent” review is under way at Gisborne Hospital to establish why the failure of its entire CCTV network was not addressed sooner. John Swiatczak, Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Tairawhiti’s group director of operations (GDO), confirmed...

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James Pocock

26 Sep 2024

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Hospital investigates allegation staff member abused woman, left collapsed man

A woman who claims a Gisborne Hospital staff member swore at her and refused to get help while her relative suffered a stroke outside the emergency department says she is disappointed with the hospital’s response to her complaint. The hospital has...

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James Pocock

21 Sep 2024