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Survey drone reading rivers over the summer months
Jet skis, kayaks and a drone are being used to form the most up-to-date technological data Tairāwhiti has ever had for its rivers.
Kerry Hudson honoured for outstanding contribution to land management
Described by his team at Council as “unequaled” in his field, Kerry can remember owners of farms, the previous owners and in some cases the owners before that.
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$204 million Government offer accepted
Mayor Rehette Stoltz says there’s considerable work still to do before money comes our way.
Festive line up coming to the CBD this holiday season
A Kiwiana Christmas workshop at the HB Williams Memorial Library will be Christmas central for everyone in town.
A year of two halves - Annual Report adopted
The first half focused on planned objectives, while the latter half was significantly affected by multiple severe weather events, including cyclones Hale and Gabrielle.
Turanga Gardens closed until further notice
Heavy rainfall earlier this year caused significant erosion which has impacted the site and brought asbestos-containing material to the surface.
Updated maps for property owners previously classified as Category 2
Any property owner, previously classified as category 2A, is encouraged to review the updated FOSAL maps on this website
Gisborne tops the country for ShakeOut again
This region had the highest participation rate in the country for the third year running.
Help us improve the Waimatā and Pakarae waterways
Gisborne District Council is looking for people with strong connections to the Waimatā and Pakarae River catchments to join an advisory group to help improve water quality there.
Much to be learned from Exercise Horowhatu
In the exercise, a M9 earthquake generated in the Kermedec Islands sent tsunami waves up to 15m high along the coastline.
Haumaru Moana - Safer Boating Week
Harbourmaster Peter Buell brings a realistic and educational approach to everything boat safety through conversations.