A review was commissioned to independently assess how Council's forestry consenting and compliance system is working. The review considered evidence and tested whether Council's processes and ...

An independent review of forestry consenting and compliance in Tairāwhiti has found Gisborne District Council acted diligently, in good faith and on a risk-based basis. The Panel found Council’s ...

On November 14 2026, Te Aitanga-a-Māhaki will host its inaugural historic Poukai with the Māori Queen, Te Arikinui Kuini Nga wai hono i te po, in attendance at Te Poho o Rawiri Marae. The following ...

A section of Ranfurly Road and Queens Drive will be closed for a Tamararo competition at Te Poho o Rawiri Marae The following roads will be temporarily closed for the Tamararo 2026 - Junior Kapahaka ...

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Temporary road closure for the Battle of the Bays - Super 11 Triathlon hosted by Ilminster Intermediate. Centennial Marine Drive from Pacific Street to Kiwa Pools carpark entrance will be temporarily ...

Gisborne District Council has adopted its 2025/26 Annual Report, reflecting a year of significant delivery as Te Tairāwhiti continued the long road of recovery from the severe weather events of 2023.

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We have 45 high profile recreational reserves in our district, with the majority in Gisborne city. We also have 44 playgrounds, 101 garden areas covering 8,400 square metres and 6,583m of paths and ...

In 2023, Cyclones Hale and Gabrielle caused major damage to Tairāwhiti’s land, infrastructure, economy and community. Our recovery is underway, with lots of work happening across the region. A local ...