Media releases

We hold media releases on our website for the past year. If you're after something published earlier, please contact us at MediaEnquiry@gdc.govt.nz

Our media releases

Council encourages action on old building consent applications

Get in touch with Council if you have old outstanding building consent applications so we can work together to close them.

Council calling for input on crucial water decisions

Tairāwhiti residents are being asked to help Council decide which option to go for on how water services are delivered in the future.

Inspirational learnings from conference

inspired to continue working with community groups to support dune restoration efforts in Gisborne/Tairāwhiti.

Track closed for tree felling

Track from Hillview Terrace to Valley Rd closed for tree removal 24 - 26 March

Monkey comb eradication

Stout Street single lane near Pine St, 17 - 21 March as pest plant tackled.

Council proposes changes to sensitive site provisions

Have your say on the proposed amendments to the sensitive sites provisions of the Tairāwhiti Local Alcohol Policy 2024.

Work at Taruheru Cemetery

In 2 areas, the grass will be sprayed, the ground relevelled with more topsoil and resown.

Time to shape future waste management

Help shape the future of waste management in Tairāwhiti.

Progress on cyclone-damaged bridges

2 years on and a major milestone - over half of the 97 bridges requiring major repairs are now complete.

Empowering communities to lead their recovery

Tiniroto hall received a new roof and a solar power fit-out and now has a backup generator and emergency radios.

Cenotaph spruce up

This is significant in preserving our heritage and ensuring the Cenotaph remains in good condition.

AI game-changer for woody debris

AI is a smarter and more cost-effective way to quickly identify the location of woody debris and estimate volumes.