Napier wool auctions to cease after about 150 years; Christchurch last centre standing

Napier wool auctions date back to the 1800s. They will likely come to an end in April.

Napier petrol station robbed in late-night incident, staff threatened

Police are asking for help to locate four offenders involved in a petrol station robbery.

Public buses introduced at Hawke’s Bay Airport - cost, luggage space, all you need to know

The first public bus service to the airport in decades is now underway.

Art Deco steam stalwart, 84, prepares for his final festival journey

Art Deco Festival steam train volunteer Bill Town is calling it a day after over 30 years.

Hawke’s Bay deluge brings flooded carparks, river relief and toilet warnings

Heavy rain across Hawke's Bay has resulted in surface flooding and wastewater issues.

Plans lodged for one of Hawke’s Bay’s biggest retirement villages

Demand for retirement villages is growing 'particularly in regions such as Hawke's Bay'.

Workers assessing Wairoa River bar opening in new location; heavy rain warning in place for Hawke’s Bay

A new opening has been cut as a precaution. Workers are assessing whether it will hold up.

Napier CBD foot traffic drops as shoppers tighten belts amid other woes

'Foot traffic just seems to be a lot less.'

Ticket sales booming for Warriors pre-season game in Napier

Organisers say they're 'tracking towards a sellout' for the NRL pre-season game in Napier.

Two beaked whales wash up in Napier on consecutive days

DoC and Mana Ahuriri have worked together to retrieve and bury the two whales.

'A tragedy': Road worker died after being hit by truck on Napier-Taihape Rd

The fatal incident involved a road worker and a truck on the Hawke's Bay road.

Havelock North: 200 homes planned for former mushroom farm

Plans to turn the closed mushroom farm into housing will go through a fast-track process.

'Treated like a terrorist': Lodge owners fume at six-hour council raid

Compliance officers and police asked dozens of tenants to leave, then broke through locks.

'It’s prime stuff': Over 500 more homes in pipeline for Havelock North

One developer says there appears to be a 'gross oversupply' of planned subdivisions.

A Hawke's Bay council's debt has nearly tripled in a year to $110m

One Hawke's Bay council's debt has risen quickly, while two others have bucked the trend.

Opinion: Christmas, Jesus, and what gifts say about us

Opinion: A thoughtful present is important. God got the gift to us spot on.

'Absolutely amazing': Record turnout for charity motorcycle ride supporting firefighters

More than 50 riders took part in the charity ride from Napier to Taupo.

Plan confirmed for $60m new bridge at Waiohiki; work to start in 2026

The confirmed plan for the $60 million new bridge was one of six options considered.

'This plane will save lives': Hawke's Bay gets new $5m air ambulance

The new plane will transport hundreds of patients each year, and also support Wairoa.

'Pretty amazing': Napier fisherman reels in massive tuna

Alan Hay says a nearly-90kg tuna he caught off Mahia is the best catch of his life.

Napier MP Katie Nimon returns to Parliament with baby boy

'Lots of people have come over for cuddles, he’s a bit of an attraction.'

'Part formed' hill development up for mortgagee sale

The developer is confident he can still keep the property, earmarked for 20 homes.

Water restrictions may tighten before Christmas for Napier and Hastings; dams low for some farmers

Dry conditions across Hawke's Bay are having a big impact on farmers and residents.

'Lose 5000 people coming into town’: Food waste fears as huge cruise ship skips city due to swells

Shops and eateries in Napier city have missed out on a big day of trading.

Horse of the Year 2026 cancelled amid funding issues, lack of major sponsor

'This is a devastating blow for our equestrian community.'

New quarry near Hastings approved for 20-year operation following court saga

It is the second time the controversial quarry project has been granted consent.

Napier massage studio closes owing almost $200,000 in taxes

The massage studio was a mainstay in the heart of Napier and had good reviews.

‘Make your own’: Family opens pounamu carving studio in centre of Napier

A Napier family has opened a pounamu shop where people can carve their own.

Report supports push to make Brookfields Bridge between Napier and Hastings two lanes

Planning for a $35m-plus bridge is under way and a report supports it being two lanes.

Sure to rise: Napier man crowned NZ’s best young bread maker

James Berge will head to Europe on a $15,000 research grant and trip as a reward.

Napier builder running half marathon each day in November for mental health

Matty Pearce is on track to complete a remarkable goal supporting men's mental health.

'Gone in and collected the sand': Asbestos companies busy as school classrooms start to reopen

Impacted schools set up make-shift classrooms this week, including in libraries and halls.