Trust supports city centre bus service during R&V
Trust Tairāwhiti is partnering with Rhythm & Vines to run a subsidised bus service throughout the festival to connect campers safely to Gisborne’s CBD.
Major investment in Victoria Sports and Recreation Hub
Trust Tairāwhiti has approved up to $6.9 million to fund phase one of the Victoria Sports and Recreation Hub in Gisborne, marking the largest single investment ever made by the Trust.
The funding…
Events to spark your summer in Tairāwhiti
Summer 2024-25 is shaping up to be a season packed with exciting events, from music festivals to marathons, tournaments and cultural events – there’s something for all to enjoy. Explore what’s…
December distributions 2024
Trust Tairāwhiti wraps up 2024 with over $99,000 in funding approved, supporting events and initiatives celebrating community, culture, and connection in Tairāwhiti.
Surf Lifesaving New Zealand was…
Tairāwhiti Gisborne brand survey insights
A recent survey on the regional tourism brand Tairāwhiti Gisborne – The First Light attracted 193 responses, offering valuable insights to guide the brand’s future and strengthen the region’s…
Destination insights September 2024
International visitor spending grows by 9% YoY, outpacing national average September 2024 marked the start of Spring with positive results for the Tairāwhiti tourism sector. Domestic visitor card…
City centre revitalisation public meeting
Trust Tairāwhiti is hosting a public meeting next week for the community to share their ideas and aspirations for the city centre. The meeting is one of several being held across various interest…
Economic impact assessment of SH2 resilience initiatives
Trust Tairāwhiti is partnering with Hawke’s Bay Regional Economic Development Agency HBREDA) to commission an assessment of the potential economic benefits of improving resilience on State Highway 2…
The voice of Ngāti Porou East Coast rugby
Paora Brooking has been the voice of Ngāti Porou East Coast (NPEC) rugby for years, delivering live commentary on Radio Ngāti Porou (RNP) and its Facebook page. His lively commentary and dedication…
Quarterly Economic Monitor September 2024
Tairāwhiti is showing some early signs of green shoots, despite still-challenging conditions in the local economy. Provisional estimates from Infometrics show a 0.2% rise in economic activity over…
November distributions 2024
A total of $105,000 was approved in the recent Trust Tairāwhiti funding round.
Outward Bound was one of the largest recipients from the Communites fund, receiving $15,000 to help 14 rangatahi from…
Katuku Island: Game changer for Indigenous innovation
Katuku Island began as a concept for an indigenous apocalyptic mini-series but evolved into a groundbreaking educational tool that merges gaming with cultural storytelling. Created by educationalists…
Stroke support in Tairāwhiti
Stroke Foundation New Zealand (SFNZ) is making a difference in the Tairāwhiti region, offering stroke prevention services and life-after-stroke support. Their focus on education and training within…
Trust Tairāwhiti volunteering day
The Trust Tairāwhiti team were fortunate to spend a morning out of the office last week, volunteering with some incredible local community groups. The initiative was organised in partnership with the…
Destination insights August 2024
August 2024 was a mixed bag for tourism in Tairawhiti. Spending by local tourists fell, while spending by international tourists went up. More people stayed in commercial accommodations, but fewer…
Wāhine in the wool industry
Elite Wool Industry Training (EWIT) recently hosted its first all-women shearing and wool handling course in Ngatapa, with support from Trust Tairāwhiti, Ovation, and the Mayor’s Taskforce for Jobs…
