Hawke's Bay news

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.'

New baby store in Gisborne aims to support Māori enterprises and product accessibility

Pēpi Taiao opens on August 2 in Gisborne, with entrepreneur Nicklyn Manuel at the helm.

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.

'It's inevitable': Dave Letele contemplates shift into politics

Building costs stabilising after double digit growth in recent years

Herald NOW panel: Demise of open-plan classrooms and reviving our interest in local government

Shock discovery: Little Spotted Kiwi found on mainland NZ for first time for first time in 50 years

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."

'Phenomenally fast' - Agent sells her own house for over $1.8m in just 12 days

Inside knowledge helped her find a buyer in record time.

Tony Alexander: Four house price drops in a row - why?

The housing market is in a weaker state than many had anticipated.

Buyers scratching their heads over sale of multi-million-dollar home

The award-winning property sits on a 3.37ha section surrounded by suburbia.

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.

Lexus sets two world records with balls, speed and a roof rack

Guinness World Records achieved for a tennis rally played on top of moving vehicles!

Is it legal to wear headphones while driving?

Or is a better question "is it a good idea?"

Chery Tiggo 4 first drive: Chinese brand’s U-turn

Tiggo 4 Urban and Ultimate are two of NZ's cheapest new SUVs.

Watch: CCTV shows moment drug-driver caused tractor to crash into homes

Families were left homeless after the crash in the northern English city of Chester.

Te Puke incident: Person airlifted after serious injury

One person was airlifted to Waikato Hospital in a serious condition.

Chris Hipkins ponders a grand coalition on The Country

Bruce Weir, Amber Brador, Chris Hipkins, Abbi Ayre, Peter Newbold, and Chris Russell.

Go fishing with Scott Barrett and Kaiwaka Clothing

You and a mate could be part of a fishing trip with Kaiwaka Ambassador, Scott Barrett.

Davcon's Hastings home earns top honours at Central North Island awards

Davcon, Inspired Projects and Landmark Homes Hawke's Bay win at Master Builders Awards.

Independence day for EIT

Regional governance returns to 10 polytechnics on January 1, 2026.

'May as well make it a big one': Kiwi Olympians off on epic 4500km African charity ride

Their journey starts in Uganda and ends in Zimbabwe, crossing five countries.

Woman tied to a pole and gagged during 100 assaults from partner

Court of Appeal upholds jail term of three years and two months.