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

Pothole repairs programmed

With spring conditions we're in a better position to start our pothole repairs across the city.

Cross-sector group working to improve future land use

Moving towards more sustainable forestry and farming practices on the steep and erosion-prone land in Tairāwhiti is needed to protect our rivers and coastal environments.

Waingake Warriors: planting pride and preserving water

We're working with FarmCare Services Ltd to undertake large scale native planting throughout the Waingake area

Removal of destroyed bridges underway

Council has secured funding to clear remnants of the 8 bridges completely destroyed during Cyclone Gabrielle.

Hollywood Bailey bridge strengthened to last 50 years

Strengthening work on the Hollywood Bailey bridge is about to commence.

Milestone for 1000 year walkway bridge

The large waka or walkway bridge that will connect Tītīrangi/Kaiti Hill and the Puhi Kai Iti/Cook Landing site will soon be installed.

Clock tower to be lit up this month

Gisborne’s town clock will be lit up this month to raise awareness for two key initiatives.

Kiwa Pools celebrates successful first year

Kiwa Pools has made a big splash in its first year of business.

Caution on Waihau Beach Road

Please don't stop and sightsee as a landslide has failed again and is causing concern.

LGNZ award winners

We took home 2 of the 5 major awards at Local Government New Zealand’s SuperLocal awards ceremony

Peel Street toilets get new lease on life

The Peel Street public toilets that have been in the central city for more than 100 years could now live to see another 100.

Large landslide at Te Kurī a Paoa Young Nicks Head

There's still a risk of landfall around this area and we're asking everyone to please stay clear