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A Lasting Legacy of Scholarships for Local Students

A Lasting Legacy of Scholarships for Local Students

16 May 2025

Steve Crosby was a respected Gisborne lawyer, passionate sports advocate, and dedicated community leader.

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New Way-finding Signage Promotes an Active Lifestyle

New Way-finding Signage Promotes an Active Lifestyle

16 May 2025

Navigating the scenic trails of Tairāwhiti was recently made easier thanks to Tapuwae Tairāwhiti Trails Trust (TTT) and the clear and concise way-finding signage they’ve installed on trails in our…

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Trust Transfer Ensures Continued Support for Young Musicians

Trust Transfer Ensures Continued Support for Young Musicians

16 May 2025

Charles Wilkinson moved to Gisborne as a teenager and became deeply involved in the local music scene, joining several orchestras.

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Glenda's Words

Glenda's Words

16 May 2025

Thanks to the generosity of donors, at the end of our fiscal year 31 March funds under management were valued at $10.

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Gymnastics Club Keeps Tumbling Forward

Gymnastics Club Keeps Tumbling Forward

16 May 2025

Gisborne Gymnastics Club (GGC) received a grant in Sunrise’s annual funding round to purchase essential spotting boxes, which are benefitting a range of classes, from baby sessions to competitive, recreational, parkour…

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A Warm Welcome to Sunrise's Newest Sponsors

A Warm Welcome to Sunrise's Newest Sponsors

16 May 2025

All Secure, owned by the James and Edwards families, purchased Gisborne Self-Storage late last year from former Sunrise sponsors Peter and Sylvia Jex-Blake.

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Wai Wahine Programme Empowering Women

Wai Wahine Programme Empowering Women

16 May 2025

Comet instructor Glenn Hamblyn shared, “This programme has not only empowered women, but has also significantly improved women’s health, both physically and mentally.

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Supporting the Future of Medical Innovation

Supporting the Future of Medical Innovation

16 May 2025

Mātai Medical Research Institute (Mātai) is leading the way in medical imaging, advancing healthcare, education, and economic outcomes - both locally and globally.

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