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Napier news
Hawke’s Bay’s shearers' golden moments at the Golden Shears
Hawke's Bay may have missed the biggie, but the region didn't walk away empty-handed.
Goodbye from Hastings Leader and Napier Courier editor
Letter from the Hastings Leader and Napier Courier Editor: Thank you and Goodbye.
Exciting exhibits at CAN gallery in lead-up to Christmas
Creative Arts Gallery is getting into the holiday spirit, with Christmas fast approaching.
Napier teen up for People Choice Award with Spark Christmas art comp
Organisers were 'blown away' by the creativity and passion displayed in the entries.
'A bottle of beer and an onion’ - 100-year old Vi shares her recipe for a long life
Vi was born Violet Blanche Avison, in Waipawa in 1924.
'A bottle of beer and an onion’ - 100-year old Vi shares her recipe for a long life
Vi was born Violet Blanche Avison, in Waipawa in 1924.
CAN Column: Artists and art lovers have a busy month ahead for Creative Arts Napier
November at CAN is set to be full of markets, art, and different experiences.
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'Gut-wrenching': Fury as Hawke's Bay pay equity claims dropped
'Money is more important to them than women.'
Catfishing and strange approaches: Social media's a scary place for under 16s, parents say
'The big problem is the invisible stuff that we as parents don’t see or even know about.'
Opinion: Ahuriri Regional Park ideas threaten the environment it's trying to restore
OPINION: Freedom camping, health resort, bird watch towers and waka land site need to go.
Wairoa has one supermarket - a new study examines if its prices are fair
'We are seeing the same story - just insufficient funds for the basic costs of living.'
On The Up: 11yo Taradale runner may have broken 5km world record
Jack Coombe would have been happy to beat his PB, before his time sent everyone googling.
'Blindsided': No more visiting the Viking building for information about Dannevirke
Tararua council's mission to 'save money' upsets locals, spurs petition for answers.
Rural News
Heavy rain, gales and thunderstorms to lash north, Banks Peninsula state of emergency extended
A bunch of new alerts have been issued as wild weather hits the north tomorrow.
'Four seasons in one day': Tahora Horse Sports crowns champions
Tui Teka and Chex earned top honours, winning multiple trophies for points.
The Country: Feds update with Wayne Langford
Wayne Langford, Hayden Dillon, Karen Morrish, Chris Russell, and Pete Barnes.
Spilled milk: Fonterra tanker rolls in Arapuni
The road is blocked. One person received minor injuries.
Gap between people and sheep rapidly closing in NZ
There are now about 4.5 sheep to every person in New Zealand; there used to be 22.
Fonterra powers ahead with new electrode boiler at Edendale site
The upgrades will cut emissions by 72,800 tonnes, the equivalent of removing 30,000 cars.
Lifestyle news
Volunteering goes digital: Hawke’s Bay charities embrace remote roles
Remote volunteering: "I don’t have to choose between spending time with my children and giving back." Video / Rafaella Melo - HBT
How John Scott’s design philosophy shapes a new generation of architects
Hana Scott applies her grandfather’s principles to design modular housing.
‘Edgy’ comedian Jimmy Carr set to return to the NZ regions he previously roasted
The comedian's previous remarks about some NZ towns ruffled Kiwi feathers.
Car news and advice
NZTA takes over mobile speed cameras from police next week: look out for SUVs and... trailers
The use of SUVs will be a first for NZ speed cameras.
Suzuki marks 70 years since its first car: your Swift started here
Michio Suzuki delivered the first car personally, to a local doctor (replacing his bike!).
Yugo returns, but not full size just yet
Quirky Serbian brand known for 1980s budget hatchbacks is back in a small way.
OneRoof property news
Building boss’s $7m West Auckland mansion for sale with putting green
Rich listers want the pool, but they also want somewhere to practise their golf game.
McBargain? Worst house on the street sells for $130,000 - less than half its RV
It had been pitched as costing less than a McFLurry.
Bachelor stars Art and Matilda shed 'happy tears' after emotional house sale
"It feels nice that we sold to wonderful people. I think the buyer will be happy there."
More Napier news
Napier class win new ASICS shoes as part of Zespri Young and Healthy Virtual Adventure
A class at Maraenui Bilingual School won new shoes just in time for school camp.
Folk and traditional bands join for one off show
Hawke's Bay band Ish is to be joined by Wellington’s Bazurka for a special show.
Creative Arts Napier remembering the last 10 years
Creative Arts Napier looks back at 10 years of art, experiences, wonder and friendship.
Advice from Ahuriri Pharmacist on men's health
Ahuriri Pharmacy Pharmacist gives advice and helpful tips for men's health.
Taradale Hōhepa Shop's new ‘heart re-starter' set to help the community
The ‘heart re-starter’ is housed in a yellow, outdoor AED cabinet.
Captain’s Corner play area takes off at Hawke's Bay Airport
New playroom at the airport will give children something to do while waiting for flights.
Busy November at CAN as the gallery celebrates its 10 birthday
Creative Arts Napier is ready for a busy November as it celebrates 10 years.
Napier Council gets city ready for big 150 birthday bash
Napier City Council busy as they gear up for 150 year celebration.
Bay Batucada only New Zealand drumming group to take part in ‘Drum for Health’
Bay Batucada takes part in global 'Drum for Health' campaign.
Fourty years of stories and speeches celebrated at Pania Toastmasters' birthday bash
One of Hawke's Bay's longest running Toastmasters turns 40 this year.
How Hawke’s Bay rugby has defied the New Zealand sporting credit crunch
Inside the proud provincial rugby union defying player drain and credit crunch trends.
Warhol and other pop culture artists fill the walls at CAN
Andy Warhol fever hits the Creative Arts Napier gallery.
Millions of cubic metres of silt cleared from Cyclone Gabrielle hammered sites
An award-winning silt taskforce nears major a milestone in cyclone-hit Hawke's Bay.
Magpies swap rugby boots for gumboots to help Hawke’s Bay community
Rugby stars give back to the community that supports them so much.