Hawke's Bay news

Shoestring success: The Kiwi redefining Hollywood on a $400 budget

Peter Winkelmann says the film industry is going through a 'massive radical shift'.

In the palm of his hand – the rise of a third top NZ men's shotputter

You know Tom Walsh and Jacko Gill, but a third Kiwi could join them at the world champs.

On The Up: Teen nails turning backyard studio into a thriving business

Thirteen-year-old Shaniah Sunnex-Gray runs a nail art studio in Kaikohe.

'Mind-blowing': Chef's two-ingredient meringue breakthrough

'It’s as simple as, and could make life a lot easier.'

Black Ferns: Tui pair on the big bird for matches in South Africa

The two started their senior women's rugby for Hawke's Bay while still at school.

Two CHB wins on finals weekend at McLean Park

11 clubs share 14 first and second round trophies in Hawke's Bay club rugby.

Club rugby stars announced in Magpies NPC squad

Hawke's Bay Magpies have dug into club rugby to contract new Magpies for 2025 NPC.

Napier City Rovers face crucial match in bid for top-tier football

Two football teams with contrasting ambitions are set to battle at Bluewater Stadium.

NZ trade dispute with Canada and business reaction to U-turn on banning some plastics

WATCH: Does Timaru have the best tasting tap water?

WATCH: Does Timaru have the best tasting tap water?

UK to lower voting age to 16 - should we do the same here?

McDonald’s buys $8m landmark church to turn into restaurant

Maccas returns to Hamilton CBD after 30-year hiatus.

Couple saves riverside mansion that was ‘left to rot’

Renovation addicts turn neglected estate into a dream home.

Kiwi nurse sells his ‘last resort’ bach after dropping price to $78,000

West Coast property attracted plenty of interest despite its quirks.

Dream house that hasn’t been built yet sells for over $11m

“I think it's going to be one of the most beautiful houses in Auckland."

The rarest Ford Mustang ever built just sold. And it was quite a bargain!

A one-of-two Zagato built 1967 Mustang just sold for restomod money.

Ridden: Moto Guzzi Stelvio is less a cup of tea, more a shot of espresso

An adventure bike that ignores Moto Guzzi conventions in favour of fun and performance.

Can you save money by just filling up with the cheapest petrol at the pump?

Is switching to a lower-octane, cheaper fuel truly a cost-saving measure?

Mazda CX-3 SP20 extended review: miles and pile

We don't often think about carpet in cars, but it is a little thing that counts for a lot.

The Country: Is Winston more popular than ever?

Winston Peters, Bryce McKenzie, Chris Brandolino, and Zoe Carter.

'Real effects on community': Police warn as poachers face court

Police stress the importance of having a firearms licence and permission to hunt.

Canada agrees to $157m dairy deal after NZ trade dispute

Canada will allow NZ dairy access after a lengthy trade dispute.

Worry and speculation as manager of Molesworth Station resigns

Crown-owned Molesworth Station is home to the largest cattle herd in the country.

Club rugby stars announced in Magpies NPC squad

Hawke's Bay Magpies have dug into club rugby to contract new Magpies for 2025 NPC.

Napier City Rovers face crucial match in bid for top-tier football

Two football teams with contrasting ambitions are set to battle at Bluewater Stadium.

Old Watties building burns in Hastings

Smoke could be seen billowing from the area.

No arrests over suspicious fire which destroyed Napier home

The house burned down twice in a year. An investigation into the latest fire has finished.