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Gisborne District Council - Latest News [Page 5]
Government Announces $100,000 For Tairāwhiti
Wednesday, 26 June 2024, 4:25 pm | Gisborne District Council
Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery Mark Mitchell has announced $100,000 for the Tairāwhiti Mayoral Relief Fund at a press conference in Haumoana, Hawke’s Bay this afternoon. More >>
Gladstone Road Bridge Closed From 12noon To 3pm
Wednesday, 26 June 2024, 11:58 am | Gisborne District Council
Gladstone Road Bridge will be closed between 12noon and 3pm while wood and debris are cleared from underneath it by Waka Kotahi. More >>
Please Delay Unnecessary Travel
Wednesday, 26 June 2024, 11:32 am | Gisborne District Council
Households across Tairāwhiti self-evacuated overnight after heavy rain and strong winds hit the region. Flood warnings were sent out to those who live by the Waipaoa River, the Waimatā River, and the Hikuwai River. More >>
Council’s Charlotte Knight Sets Sights On The U.S.A
Saturday, 15 June 2024, 5:06 am | Gisborne District Council
The prestigious Civic Financial Services Overseas Manager Exchange will provide a chance to develop leadership skills and gain valuable insight from counterparts in the United States. More >>
Tiniroto Residents' Relief As Road Reopens On Monday
Friday, 14 June 2024, 4:37 pm | Gisborne District Council
Tiniroto Road has been closed since August 2023 after a geotechnical report identified an imminent and extreme risk of rockfall. More >>
New Commissioners Support TRMP Review
Thursday, 13 June 2024, 7:16 pm | Gisborne District Council
The TRMP Committee is made up of six councillors including the Mayor, up to six iwi appointees (yet to be nominated), and two independent commissioners. More >>
Managing Sustainable Land Use Better
Wednesday, 12 June 2024, 3:50 pm | Gisborne District Council
Moving towards more sustainable forestry and farming practices on our steep and erosion-prone land is at the forefront of environmental concerns in the Tairāwhiti region. Recent severe weather events have highlighted the urgent need to align land ... More >>
Helicopter Work Along Waimatā River Starts Soon
Tuesday, 11 June 2024, 5:02 pm | Gisborne District Council
Over the next two to three months, Gisborne residents around the lower Waimatā River will hear chainsaws and see helicopters, as work begins to clear the river of large woody debris. Council Community Lifelines Director Tim Barry says it’s ... More >>
Decision Means Ūawa Upgrade Can Start Soon
Friday, 7 June 2024, 5:43 pm | Gisborne District Council
Around 40 Ūawa residents gathered last night to deliberate and select a design option for the temporary makeover of a portion of their main street – SH35 Tolaga Bay. The decision-making process involved careful consideration of community needs ... More >>
Two Decades Of Wood Cleaned Off Tikapa Beach
Thursday, 6 June 2024, 5:33 pm | Gisborne District Council
As an award-winning conservationist, Graeme Atkins tirelessly advocated for the protection of our delicate ecosystems, including the abundant foreshore at Tikapa, which has suffered huge damage after every storm event. More >>
Explosive Find From A Century Ago
Friday, 31 May 2024, 1:47 pm | Gisborne District Council
A World War I explosive was found in the sand dunes of Midway Beach on Tuesday among a pile of illegally dumped rubbish. More >>
Appreciation For Government Funding Towards Cyclone Recovery
Friday, 31 May 2024, 1:42 pm | Gisborne District Council
Mayor Rehette Stoltz has acknowledged the New Zealand government’s allocation of funding for cyclone recovery efforts in our region. More >>
Council Scientist To Present Research At International Conference
Friday, 31 May 2024, 1:15 pm | Gisborne District Council
Dr Murry Cave, Principal Scientist at Gisborne District Council, will share his groundbreaking research on the impacts of Cyclone Gabrielle and the role of Large Woody Debris (LWD) in Tairāwhiti. More >>
Relationships Key To A Successful Response
Wednesday, 29 May 2024, 5:24 pm | Gisborne District Council
Connection is the key driver behind the annual Tairāwhiti Emergency Management Group welfare forum held recently. Group welfare manager Dallas Haynes says kanohi ki te kanohi (face to face) creates a connectivity that ensures a far smoother relationship ... More >>
Look Out For Lower Speed Limits In Tairāwhiti
Wednesday, 29 May 2024, 1:25 pm | Gisborne District Council
New speed signs are being installed in Stout Street and the central business district (CBD) as part of the Interim Speed Management Plan (ISMP) for this region. More >>
Double Honours For Kiwa Pools
Tuesday, 28 May 2024, 5:21 pm | Gisborne District Council
Kiwa Pools, the remarkable aquatic complex nestled in the heart of our community, has garnered well-deserved recognition at the 2024 New Zealand Commercial Project Awards. More >>
Unwanted Intruder In Tairāwhiti Waters
Friday, 24 May 2024, 5:36 pm | Gisborne District Council
This small brown mussel, known for its invasive nature, was discovered during routine sediment sampling along the estuarine environment between the Taraheru and Waimata rivers. More >>
Prime Opportunity For Hospitality Venture
Friday, 24 May 2024, 4:20 pm | Gisborne District Council
A prime opportunity to run a café in one of the best spots in town has come up. The café at Kiwa Pools needs a new owner-operator. If you’re interested in running of the café, with naming rights, you can lodge your Expression of Interest with ... More >>
Cutting-edge Technology For Waimata River Clean-up
Monday, 20 May 2024, 11:19 am | Gisborne District Council
As part of this initiative, a specialised LiDAR drone is being deployed to measure volumes of large wood debris (LWD) in and around the river. LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology allows for precise 3D mapping and measurement of objects More >>
Enhanced Camping Experience In Tairāwhiti
Friday, 17 May 2024, 3:59 pm | Gisborne District Council
As the Summer Camping season closed last month, we reflect on the outdoor experiences shared by campers in Tairāwhiti. “This year, 1673 camping permits were issued, but we estimate that only half of the actual campers obtained permits,” says Council ... More >>
