Gisborne District, Administrative division on the North Island, New Zealand
The Gisborne District spans 8,385 square kilometers along the northeastern coast of New Zealand, incorporating both coastal areas and mountainous inland regions.
The region transformed from multiple separate counties into a unified local authority in March 1989, following New Zealand's nationwide administrative reform.
The district maintains strong Māori connections with over 50 percent of residents belonging to local iwi groups including Ngāti Porou and Rongowhakaata.
The Gisborne District Council manages local services, collecting an average of 76 New Zealand dollars per week from residents for community infrastructure and activities.
The district experienced a significant 6.8 magnitude earthquake in December 2007, which led to structural modifications in the central business district.
Location: New Zealand
Capital city: Gisborne
Elevation above the sea: 4 m
Website: https://www.gdc.govt.nz/
Shares border with: Ōpōtiki District, Wairoa District, Whakatāne District, Bay of Plenty Region, Hawke's Bay Region
Website: https://gdc.govt.nz
GPS coordinates: -38.66667,178.01667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:14
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