Gisborne
Gisborne is the first city in the world to see the sun each day. Located on the east coast of the Eastland region, Gisborne is one of the sunniest places in New Zealand.
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CHAMPERS MOTOR LODGE - Gisborne
CHAMPERS MOTOR LODGE - Gisborne
Mobile-friendly - Your stay will be every bit as comfortable as a night at home, with the little extras you'd expect in first class accommodation. Beautifully finished facilities, designer furnishings, spacious units, free Wi-Fi. Situated in peaceful, relaxing surroundings opposite one of Gisborne's top golf courses and only 3min to the city centre, airport and 5min to Gisborne's top beaches.
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EASTWOODHILL ARBORETUM - Gisborne
EASTWOODHILL ARBORETUM - Gisborne
Mobile-friendly - Eastwoodhill Arboretum, the National Arboretum of NZ, encompasses 131 hectares of exotic and native trees, shrubs and climber plantings. Visitor services include a natural adventure playground, walking trails for all levels of fitness, the nationally significant Homestead Garden, accommodation, guided tours, function venue and catering services. Eastwoodhill Arboretum is a top visitor destination in Gisborne attracting over 8,000 visitors annually.
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HAURATA HIGH COUNTRY RETREAT AND WALK - Gisborne
HAURATA HIGH COUNTRY RETREAT AND WALK - Gisborne
Mobile-friendly - The Haurata experience is perfect for family holidays, walking groups or adventurous travellers. Two accommodation types available: The luxurious Farm House and the Backpacker Cottage. Both provide everything you'll need. Enjoy some of the best views of Gisborne and its hinterland on our Haurata Walks. There are short walks and long walks available. Experience the best of New Zealand.
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LOTTIN POINT MOTEL - East Cape
LOTTIN POINT MOTEL - East Cape
Located on the East Cape of NZ, halfway between Gisborne and Opotiki, Lottin Point Motel offers an ideal place to break the journey, get off the beaten track and exit the rat race. Whether seeking accommodation, a retreat, that big elusive fish or spend time with good friends Lottin Point Motel will help you meet your goal.
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NEW ZEALAND ON DVD
NEW ZEALAND ON DVD
View the glow and richness of Maori traditions and culture forever preserved on DVD. See the Maori Haka, traditional welcome, and songs and dance. Travel back thousands of years to the coming of the Maori and watch their progress through the ages, their struggles in developing the land and the unfolding of their unique isolated culture.
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NZ ROAD TRIP - New Zealand
NZ ROAD TRIP - New Zealand
New Zealand is the road trip destination of a lifetime. For over 14 years we have been designing road trips around this extraordinary country for people from all over the world. Our combination of experience, knowledge and passion will ensure we create the perfect road trip for you. Get in touch today and we can start planning yours today.
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OCEAN BEACH MOTOR LODGE - Gisborne
OCEAN BEACH MOTOR LODGE - Gisborne
Motel accommodation located just two minutes walk from one of New Zealand's favourite beaches. Nestled in the picturesque village of Wainui Beach, just 8km's from Gisborne. Ocean Beach offers exceptional service, friendly, knowledgeable staff and stylish, well-appointed spacious, affordable motel suites just minutes from the heart of the city. Enjoy the ultimate Gisborne coastal escape at Ocean Beach Motor Lodge.
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PACIFIC HARBOUR MOTOR INN - Gisborne
PACIFIC HARBOUR MOTOR INN - Gisborne
Mobile-friendly - Superb accommodation overlooking the palm tree-lined Turanganui River and inner harbour marina. Our central location means you are only a few minutes walk from restaurants, café bars as well as the town centre and city beaches. Pacific Harbour Motor Inn provides accommodation for you whether for business or pleasure. Make us your first choice when staying in Gisborne.
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Rere Falls - Off the beaten track
Rere Falls - Off the beaten track
Approximately 50km north-west from Gisborne is the small community of Rere. Heading down to the Wharekopae River will bring you to the Rere Falls and the Rere Rock Slide (we should mention that these are two different parts of the river just in case you're wondering if people really slide over the falls).
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SENATOR MOTOR INN - Gisborne
SENATOR MOTOR INN - Gisborne
Mobile-friendly - This stylish accommodation in Gisborne has 16 luxury suites, studio or one-bedroom units—all overlooking Gisborne's picturesque Phoenix palm trees and unique inner harbour and marina. Ideally situated in the heart of modern Gisborne; within easy walking distance to all cafes, restaurants, bars and shops. A quality Gisborne motel for the discerning traveller.
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TAIRAWHITI MUSEUM - Gisborne, East Coast North Island NZ
TAIRAWHITI MUSEUM - Gisborne, East Coast North Island NZ
Mobile-friendly - The museum and art gallery has a reputation as one of the very best, most innovative regional museums in New Zealand. The museum is both museum and art gallery to the Tairawhiti region. Endeavouring to reflect ancient and recent histories, a variety of changing and semi-permanent exhibitions are on offer to the visitor.
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THRIFTY CAR RENTAL - New Zealand Wide
THRIFTY CAR RENTAL - New Zealand Wide
Mobile-friendly - Thrifty has you covered with 31 locations nationwide and a fleet of modern vehicles – whether you’re a small car to zip around the city, a comfortable sedan to get you to your business meeting or a large 4WD to get your family up the mountain in style. Sign up to join Blue Chip and save 15%.
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WAIKANAE BEACH TOP 10 HOLIDAY PARK - Gisborne
WAIKANAE BEACH TOP 10 HOLIDAY PARK - Gisborne
Mobile-friendly - Famous for being the first place in the world to see the sunrise every day, Gisborne is one of New Zealand’s hidden treasurers. With its long golden beaches, award-winning wineries, historic sites and outdoor activities, Gisborne is a great choice for family holidays, couple weekends away or group getaways.
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WAIRATA STATION - Waioeka Gorge, Opotiki/Gisborne
WAIRATA STATION - Waioeka Gorge, Opotiki/Gisborne
Mobile-friendly - Wairata is a vast remote mountainous wilderness within easy reach of Rotorua. Few places can match the unique natural setting, the 5,000-acre farm is adjacent to the Urewera National Park, one of the largest untouched stretches of native forest left in the North Island of our beautiful country New Zealand.
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AcroYoga Beginners
Our AcroYoga Classes have been a success and we tough about opening up more introduction to acro classes to bring new people to our community of Acro Yoga. Introduction to Acro: 21st March 7pm - ...
Where: Reset Studio, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: 38 Childers Road, Gisborne 4010, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 7:00pm on Tuesday 21st March 2023
To: 8:30pm on Tuesday 25th April 2023
Ka Waiata Au
An exhibition by Erena Koopu This exhibition is an extension of Erena’s expoloration of waiata in paint. These works are a translation of lyrical excellence, of iwi histories and whakapapa through visual ...
Where: Tairawhiti Museum, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: Stout St, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 5:30pm on Friday 17th February 2023
To: 4:00pm on Saturday 22nd April 2023

Autumn Arts & Crafts Fair
Arts & Crafts Gisborne members will be selling their latest creations. Talented local artisans in pottery, beeswax candle making, photography, painting, macrame, batik, shibori, tie dye, macrame, beadwork, woodwork, ...
Where: Poverty Bay Bowling Club, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: 109 Ormond Rd, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 9:00am on Sunday 16th April 2023
To: 1:00pm on Sunday 16th April 2023
The Wolves - by Sarah De Lappe
A Community Theatre production of The Wolves by special arrangement with Samuel French Inc and New Zealand Play Bureau Ltd. A girls indoor soccer team warms up. From the safety of their suburban stretch circle, the ...
Where: Unity Theatre, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: 209 Ormond Rd, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 7:30pm on Friday 21st April 2023
To: 9:30pm on Saturday 29th April 2023

Mix It Up! Trad Dance
Good Folk times and outrageous togetherness on the dance floor, to the live music of the Contrabandits. All dances called, no experience or partner needed. Family friendly. Fun guaranteed. Plate for shared supper to ...
Where: Old Girl Guides Hall, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: 181 Palmerston Road, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 7:00pm on Saturday 22nd April 2023
To: 10:00pm on Saturday 22nd April 2023
The Tūranga Bal
'Le Grand Bal' comes to Gisborne in a weekend of dance bringing new life to old dance traditions. Folk Dance New Zealand's annual gathering features Balfolk day workshops for dancers and musicians alike, culminating in a ...
Where: Old Girl Guides Hall, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: 181 Palmerston Road, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 9:00am on Saturday 22nd April 2023
To: 9:00pm on Sunday 23rd April 2023
GCVR Steam Train Excursion
Steam train excursion from Gisborne to Muriwai and return, planned to be hauled by our 1897 steam locomotive Wa165. The excursion includes a 30 minutes picnic/photo break at Muriwai where there is a grass area with ...
Where: Gisborne Railway Station, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: Grey St, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 1:00pm on Saturday 8th April 2023
To: 3:30pm on Sunday 23rd April 2023
New Zealand Army Band Tairāwhiti Community Concert
Join the New Zealand Army Band for a FREE, family-friendly concert in Gisborne. We are very excited to spread some musical joy to the East Coast community that has suffered greatly due to Cyclone Gabrielle. ...
Where: Gisborne Boys High School, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: Stanley Rd, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 7:00pm on Thursday 4th May 2023
To: 8:30pm on Thursday 4th May 2023
COLOURS DELUXE: The Art Album of New Zealand Flora by Sarah
COLOURS DELUXE celebrates the achievement of Sarah and Edward Featon of Gisborne, who in the 1880s undertook an ambitious project to describe and paint New Zealand’s flowering plants. Their work resulted in the ...
Where: Tairawhiti Museum, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: Stout St, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 5:35pm on Friday 25th November 2022
To: 4:00pm on Sunday 25th June 2023
Gisborne Canoe and Tramping Club, Rawiri Station
A 12km, 4 – 5 hour, loop walk on Rawiri Station. Starting at the woolshed it’s a steady 300m climb to the top of the farm where on a clear day you get great views of the district and beyond. Once at the top it is ...
Where: Gisborne Army Hall, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: Fitzherbert Street, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 7:30am on Sunday 7th May 2023
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 7th May 2023