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Refurbishment project underway for Gisborne’s isite

Gisborne’s isite will undergo a significant makeover in the coming weeks to align its look and feel with the Visitor Information Network (VIN) around Aotearoa. The refurbishment project, funded…

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Community laundromat on its way to Uawa

A new community-led laundromat is coming to Uawa, bringing long-awaited relief to locals who have been without access to a local laundry service for years.

Led by Te Aitanga-a-Hauiti Centre of…

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Trust funding backs completion of grandstand at Rugby Park

Trust Tairāwhiti has approved just over $1.17 million in funding to Poverty Bay Rugby Football Union (PBRFU) towards the completion of the Rugby Park grandstand rebuild.

The rebuild will deliver a…

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Dive Tatapouri achieves Qualmark Gold Accreditation

Famous for its one-of-a-kind Reef Ecology Tour, Dive Tatapouri has earned the prestigious Qualmark Gold accreditation, a recognition reserved for top-performing New Zealand businesses that deliver…

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April grants boost Tairāwhiti heritage preservation and community impact

The MV Takitimu Charitable Trust will receive the largest distribution from the April funding round, with a grant of $21,356 to refurbish the hull of the MV Takitimu, Gisborne’s first pilot launch…

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Rāngai kicks off bachelor-level pathways and a new Trades Academy course

Rāngai Limited, a Gisborne-based production studio and education provider, launched four new bachelor-level pathways and a Trades Academy course last month, creating more opportunities for local…

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Parafed empowering through sport and recreation

For nearly seven years, Parafed Gisborne Tairāwhiti has been dedicated to expanding opportunities for those with physical disabilities in the region to participate in sports and recreation…

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Solar power strengthens resilience for Tairāwhiti marae

A major solar energy initiative is underway to build the resilience of 21 marae across Tairāwhiti, ensuring they can continue serving their communities during extreme weather events. Funded primarily…

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March distributions

From restoring sports facilities to exploring new economic opportunities, grants from the recent Trust Tairāwhiti funding round support a diverse range of community initiatives, projects and…

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JNP Aviation Training course takes off in Tairāwhiti

A group of twelve secondary school students in Gisborne recently completed an NZQA-approved micro-credential in Aviation Ground Handling delivered by JNP Aviation Training. Typically run over ten…

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Aon New Zealand Surf Lifesaving Championships arrive in Tairāwhiti

This week, the Aon New Zealand Surf Lifesaving Championships will bring nearly 1,300 athletes and 2,000 supporters, volunteers and officials to Tairāwhiti, providing a significant economic boost…

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Trust releases ten-year Tairāwhiti Cruise Development Pathway

Trust Tairāwhiti has launched the Tairāwhiti Cruise Development Pathway (TCDP), a long-term strategy to strengthen the region’s position as a top cruise destination.

Developed in collaboration with…

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Quarterly Economic Monitor December 2024

The Tairāwhiti economy had a challenging end to 2024, after a stronger first half of the year. However, the impact of Cyclone Gabrielle in the 2023 comparison year makes comparisons more difficult…

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Tairāwhiti Gisborne, New Zealand, declares itself the ultimate shared workspace to attract digital nomads

Tairāwhiti Gisborne has launched a new campaign to attract remote workers to the stunning East Coast region, following the New Zealand Government’s announcement to allow visitors to work remotely in…

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From Tamararo to Taranaki: Te Tairāwhiti journey to Te Matatini

Te Matatini has been a beacon of haka excellence since 1972, bringing together the best of kapa haka from across Aotearoa. This year, Te Tairāwhiti will be proudly represented at Te Matatini by five…

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First funding round supports local projects

Trust Tairāwhiti approved funding for a range of community projects, events and initiatives in the first funding round for the year.

Gisborne Mountain Biking Club (GMBC) were the biggest recipient…

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City Centre Catalyst Initiative public presentation

Trust Tairāwhiti will host a public presentation on 20 February  to share insights from the first stage of its City Centre Catalyst Initiatives Project.

The project aims to identify a series of…

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November 2024 destination insights

November brought both challenges and opportunities for tourism in Tairāwhiti. Here's a quick rundown: There was a noticeable lag in accommodation usage compared to the previous year, with commercial…