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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Tatau: Sāmoan Tattooing and Photography Tatau: Tatau Sāmoa m
The exhibition is based on the scholarship developed for the Te Papa Press book TATAU: a history of Samoan tattooing (2019). This exhibition presents the photographic art of four Samoan artists, who have been ...
Where: Tairawhiti Museum, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: Stout St, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 10:00am on Friday 30th September 2022
To: 4:00pm on Sunday 11th December 2022
Whai au
An exhibition of new works by students and staff from Toihoukura School of Māori Visual Art and Design. Toihoukura is thrilled to return to Tairāwhiti Museum to present a new collaboration of works showcasing the ...
Where: Tairawhiti Museum, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: Stout St, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 5:30pm on Friday 11th November 2022
To: 4:00pm on Sunday 22nd January 2023
The Mudge Murals
“The holy grail is to spend less time making the picture than it takes people to look at it,” England-based street artist Banksy once said. Since murals are mostly looked at in passing, fellow street artist (among ...
Where: Tairawhiti Museum, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: Stout St, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 5:30pm on Friday 11th November 2022
To: 4:00pm on Sunday 29th January 2023
Leaving Jackson - The Johnny Cash and June Carter Show
Fall into the ring of fire in this unforgettable music concert dedicated to the music, love and lives of Johnny Cash and June Carter. For more than 40 years Johnny Cash and June Carter enthralled audiences around the ...
Where: Gisborne War Memorial Theatre, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: 159 Bright St, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 7:30pm on Saturday 12th November 2022
To: 9:50pm on Saturday 12th November 2022
Beginnings – Adventures on the way to painting – Peter Irela
Most artist exhibitions in galleries and museums tend to be either solo shows or group shows on a particular theme, all of them consisting of works assumed to be of a certain standard for public exhibition. This ...
Where: Tairawhiti Museum, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: Stout St, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 5:30pm on Friday 26th August 2022
To: 4:00pm on Sunday 13th November 2022
Gisborne Canoe and Tramping Club, Whareongaonga Bay
Whareongaonga Bay is a spectacular place to visit and has an interesting history as well. It has been settled for a very long time with up to 130 whare in the bay at one time. An urupa is marked by pou standing just ...
Where: Gisborne Army Hall, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: Fitzherbert Street, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 9:00am on Sunday 13th November 2022
To: 4:00pm on Sunday 13th November 2022
Paint and Wine Night - Through the Stained Glass Window
Join us for a creative night of drinking and painting in the heart of Gisborne! No previous painting experience is necessary. Get your creative juices flowing and your brush strokes going! Drinks: No drinks are ...
Where: Globe Restaurant, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: 1 Vogel Street, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 6:00pm on Wednesday 16th November 2022
To: 8:00pm on Wednesday 16th November 2022
Weed - by Anthony McCarten
It's the 90's...agriculture is struggling...but there is a cunning plan to save one farm. Can the partners in crime go for green and beat the bankers? Henry Donavan is being forced into the mortgagee sale of his ...
Where: Unity Theatre, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: 209 Ormond Rd, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 7:30pm on Thursday 17th November 2022
To: 10:00pm on Saturday 3rd December 2022
Quiz Night at Globe Gizzy
Join us for our fortnightly Quiz every second Thursday night at Globe Gizzy! Entry is free and teams should be up to 8 people maximum. The trivia will last around 2 hours and we'll have some Bar Tabs up for grabs. ...
Where: Globe Restaurant, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: 1 Vogel Street, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 6:00pm on Thursday 15th September 2022
To: 8:15pm on Thursday 15th December 2022

Racing - Must Be The Moon Tour
Racing’s sophomore album ‘Must Be The Moon’ is dropping on September 30. To celebrate its release, the band are hitting the road for a string of spring shows – culminating in a headline slot at Auckland’s ...
Where: Dome Cinema, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Address: Childers Rd & Customhouse Street, Gisborne, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
From: 8:00pm on Saturday 19th November 2022
To: 11:59pm on Saturday 19th November 2022