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HB Williams Memorial Library
The only public library within hundreds of miles and the first in the world to see the sun.
The only public library within hundreds of miles and the first in the world to see the sun. Tairāwhiti's refurbished library integrates a modernist architectural masterpiece with local Māori cultural features and one of the largest stained glass windows in the southern hemisphere. Books, films, meeting rooms, holiday programmes for children, computers, free secure wifi 24/7.
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A day exploring the world-class wineries of Gisborne
Sun-kissed lands and fertile soils have helped make Gisborne the third-largest wine-producing region in New Zealand
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Best Places to watch the Sunrise
Here’s our top favourite 5 places to welcome a brand-new day.
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Air Ruatoria
Discover Ngāti Porou - Explore with Air Ruatoria
Air Ruatoria offer scenic flights throughout the region and chartered flights to/from Tairāwhiti from other Aotearoa airports.
Come and enjoy our wonderful cultural landscapes, learn about our taonga, our iwi and the place we call “Paradise”.
Nō reira, nau mai haere mai.
Air Ruatoria offer scenic flights throughout the region and chartered flights to/from Tairāwhiti from other Aotearoa airports.
Come and enjoy our wonderful cultural landscapes, learn about our taonga, our iwi and the place we call “Paradise”.
Nō reira, nau mai haere mai.
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Cycle Gisborne
There's no better place to get off the beaten track and experience Tairawhiti Gisborne. Let our local team support and/or guide you to some of the best kept secrets in Tairawhiti Gisborne.
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Maunga Hikurangi Tours
Maunga Hikurangi is the sacred mountain of the Ngāti Porou people, and the first place in the world to see the sunrise. Gain access to our sacred maunga and sacred sites to obtain a unique authentic Māori cultural experience and sunrise.
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Must visit restaurants in Tairāwhiti Gisborne
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Tairāwhiti Museum
One of the very best, most innovative regional museums in New Zealand.
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Dive Tatapouri Reef Ecology Tour with Wild Stingrays
The Reef Ecology tour allows you the opportunity to walk out at low tide under the guidance of our guides to observe and interact with the Stingrays, Eagle Rays and other marine dwellers of Tatapouri. A must-do activity for anyone visiting Gisborne.
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Accommodation
Take your pick from a suite of accommodation options that cater to every budget and style
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