About Gisborne
| Gisborne lies on the east coast and is famed for its Chardonnay-producing vineyards Imagine being the first person in the world to see the sun each day. If you're up early enough, and you live in Gisborne, you can be. Located on the sunny east coast of the north island, Gisborne (population 45,000) is one of the sunniest places in New Zealand with an average 2,200 hours of sunshine annually. It also boasts a strong Maori culture, the largest native forest in the north island, some of the best surf waves in New Zealand and excellent trout fishing. For a taste of the quiet life – and some very nice local wines – this part of Gisborne is definitely worth more than a second thought. Discover more about Gisborne when you google these key words: Gisborne, Poverty Bay, East Cape, Wainui Beach, Lake Waikaremoana. |
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Regional Features
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Arts & Culture Dunkleys Great NZ Craft Show |
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Festivals & Events Rhythm & Vines |
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Lifestyle & Leisure Heart of Gisborne Artists Market |
