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?

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

West Coast property attracted plenty of interest despite its quirks.

Couple saves riverside mansion that was ‘left to rot’

Renovation addicts turn neglected estate into a dream home.

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.

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.

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!

Worry and speculation as manager of Molesworth Station resigns

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

Stock Takes: The unusual way an NZX-listed company found out its major shareholder was selling up

Australian fund manager ROC Partners is said to 'like the look' of the apple grower.

Go fishing with Scott Barrett and Kaiwaka Clothing

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

New Zealand's fastest-growing export partner impressed by 'gold standard' bio-economy

Changes in the global market caused companies to look for alternative partners.

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.

Pedestrian in serious condition after being hit by truck near Napier

A pedestrian has been hit by a truck on a highway through Bay View.

'Totally unacceptable': Cannabis cake taken to shared lunch at Hawke’s Bay Hospital

Health Minister Simeon Brown confirmed police are investigating the incident.

Work starts on new $110m Napier civic precinct

'I remember tears when everyone was leaving the building. There was a lot of uncertainty.'