Hawke's Bay news
Dusting of snow on Kaweka Range, but mild temperatures to return
Temperatures are expected to warm up this weekend.
Dead against it? Freedom camping at cemeteries set for a crackdown
Freedom campers seeking a dead quiet sleep may have to look elsewhere.
On The Up: NZ city dines out on being named one of world's 15 best food scenes
Did Lonely Planet mean to write Naples instead? No, it did not.
'Rapid rate': US demand grows for Kiwi beverage product
Wai Mānuka launched in Citarella Gourmet Market's seven New York locations.
Pukupuku moved from Wellington to Hawke's Bay
This is the first inter-sanctuary kiwi move since their mainland return.
Rocket Lab's satellite launch set to bolster Ukraine's military strategy
Rocket Lab launches satellites to support Ukraine's military efforts.
Teen charged with assault with weapon after bottles thrown at cycle race from ute
The black ute has also been seized and police are aiming to speak to the driver.
Napier councillor Richard McGrath running for mayor, says city is prioritising 'nice-to-haves'
'We do need balance, but I don’t think we have that right now.'
New Zealand news
The horrifying ordeal behind Auckland's high-profile gang torture case
The victim was tortured with drills, hot water and a metal pole.
Lotto Powerball: Have you won big in tonight’s $17 million draw?
Time to check your numbers for tonight's multimillion-dollar Lotto Powerball draw.
Inside the Comancheros revenge plot against bodybuilder's family after gang exit stoush
It was a messy break-up for the high-ranking patched member. His family paid the price.
Hawke’s Bay Civil Defence appoints new boss
The ex-Taranaki Civil Defence group manager says there are a lot of changes to be made.
Fatally injured man lived long enough to tell police he was 'jumped'
Two people are on trial for Javon Aranui's murder in Hastings in 2023.
76-year-old completes Hawke’s Bay Marathon, nears 200th race milestone
'Crossing the line is the ultimate achievement - finishing is winning.'
Premium
Winners and losers: Panel recommends new Hawke's Bay housing projects, casts others aside
Housing growth is a hot topic around Napier-Hastings. An independent panel has weighed in.
Opinion: When farmers say ‘trust us’, should we believe them?
OPINION: They once lauded the Tank process. Now it's here and real, suddenly they hate it.
‘Not just a body of water’: Wastewater pipe being built under river draws strong opposition
'No adversely affected persons and no special circumstances,' the council report says.
Napier-Taupō road’s rugged 1898 allure: Gail Pope
OPINION: The driver dispatched a homing pigeon bound for Napier.
Australasian Open once held in Hastings: Michael Fowler
OPINION: Most of the early Hastings mayors were avid tennis players.
John Jenkins: English jumps jockeys join Hawke's Bay ranks
OPINION: 'Horses are trained differently here, without the hills like back home.'
'Mum Talks' help young driver find his way
A teen caught driving illegally found mentorship and now aims to join the police.
Community event raises $53k for Hawke's Bay Rescue Helicopter
Claire Wilson says her 'little horse event' is punching above its weight.
Hawke's Bay Today videos
On the Up: HB Jammers brings music and joy back to Hawke’s Bay disabled youth
StarJam's collapse in November 2024 affected over 60 young people in Hawke's Bay. HB Jammers was formed three months later to continue the music workshops.
On the Up: Weekly Napier’s Lunch Time Loops blends walking with networking on Marine Pde
Lunch Time Loops in Napier combines wellbeing with networking through a weekly 30-minute walk. Video / Rafaella Melo
Tihei Kahungunu
Tihei: Takiwātanga Wānanga held to support iwi-led approach
Takiwātanga, the Māori word for autism, is a mana-enhancing term.
Tihei: Te Kupenga Hauora Ahuriri celebrates 30 years
"Here we are, a jewel 30 years later, still serving the community.'
Rural news
'Feather in our cap': Norsewear wins Defence Force sock deal
'It’s security for everyone here when you pick up a contract like that.'
The Country: What's Fonterra up to in Shanghai?
Christopher Luxon, Richard Allen, Anna Nelson, Lucas Fuess, and James Denholm.
'We had a cracker': Stud farms enjoy 100% bull sale rate
Gold Creek averages $11,675, Kerrah $12,099 to kick-start bull sales season.
Property news from OneRoof
Car news and advice
Mercedes-AMG E 53 hybrid: NZ pricing, specification
It's a PHEV, but a very different kind to Mercedes-AMG's complex 63-series models.
One-off Porsche 910 prototype hits auction with $2.5m buzz
Only around 30 examples were ever produced, and this one is the original.
BMW M3 Competition Touring review: wildest of wagons
The M3 has gone very hard-core. But it's also now finally a wagon.
More Hawke's Bay news
Nine dead in six weeks in Hawke's Bay, grim road milestone looms
Two people died in separate crashes on Kopu Rd and Racecourse Rd.
When speed limit on Napier-Taupō state highway will increase
The limit was cut to 80km/h in February 2022. Now it's going back to 100km/h.
Single-vehicle crash in Waipawa leaves one dead
Emergency services responded at 4.05am on Racecourse Rd.
Meet the first husband and wife to represent NZ at world 8-ball champs
The couple are seeking sponsors to help cover the $8000 per person cost.
Australasian Open once held in Hastings: Michael Fowler
OPINION: Most of the early Hastings mayors were avid tennis players.
John Jenkins: English jumps jockeys join Hawke's Bay ranks
OPINION: 'Horses are trained differently here, without the hills like back home.'