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Cyclone Gabrielle: The isolated Eskdale community at the end of the road
The lone bridge connecting half of Ellis Wallace Rd with the rest of the world is unsafe.
Support wings its way from Rotorua to Hawke's Bay
Generous donations flown in from Rotorua boosted supplies for those in need.
'Animal welfare risk': Kokopuru Station still cut off after cyclone
Seven families on the station are without power and isolated from the outside world.
Tararua proudly represented at Te Matatini
Rangitane’s Te Ringa Kaha to the Te Matatini National Kapahaka Competition last week.
Kiwis donate to help Hawke's Bay's cyclone-affected pets
Hastings SCPA overwhelmed by the kindness of animal lovers after Cyclone Gabrielle.
'Flat-out': Road crews work around the clock to restore access in Hawke's Bay
It comes as autumn rainfall totals are predicted to be normal or above normal.
Denis O’Reilly: Yes some gang members looted, but others are helping with cyclone clean-up
OPINION: Gang expert and social worker reflects on 'crappy people' and 'our best angels'.
McNair family excels in TSNZ Outdoor 50m Smallbore Nationals
Dannevirke’s McNair family made the NZ Slazenger Open team.
Mobile police bases established for cyclone-hit eastern district
Residents have been fearful after the post-cyclone crime spree.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Police deploy mobile bases amid Hawke’s Bay crime concerns
Police have set up mobile bases in Hawke's Bay after residents voiced fears for safety.
Bremworth posts first half loss, profits dogged by litigation
Carper makers Bremworth and Godfrey Hirst are locked in a litigation battle.
Eketāhuna celebrates 150th anniversary
Preparations are under way for March 10-12 in Eketāhuna to celebrate 150 years.
Coastal community seeking answers from council on closed gorge
Ākitio residents are worried they may be completely cut off.
Cyclone Gabrielle rescue: ‘I have never loved dad so much’
Tractor used to rescue young grandchildren - community rally around each other.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Silky Oak faces long, slow recovery
Iconic chocolate shop has massive clean-up ahead.
Hawke's Bay leaders: 'There is a huge task ahead'
"Many of our hardest-hit communities are those who were fragile before this event."
Pahiatua Shears finally celebrates its 50th anniversary
Pahiatua Shears was third time lucky, to finally celebrate its 50th anniversary.
Help for staying healthy during flood recovery
Ahuriri Pharmacy gives tips about staying healthy during the flood clean-up
New home for Hastings business bbi Wood Products
Local Hastings business, bbi wood products celebrates new warehouse in Irongate.
Golden Shears back on the road again
Rowland Smith is the favourite to win the Open shearing title.
A crate for a mate: Man risks walk over debris-covered bridge to give friend cold one
In the midst of a disaster zone, a little gesture for a friend can mean a lot.
PM returns to Hawke's Bay, hears most crops uninsured
The Prime Minister is back in the Bay and heard first-hand from growers.
Buckingham Guards off to marching tattoo
The Buckingham Guards marching team is raising money for champs across the ditch
‘If the waka is stuck, so am I’: Historic waka needs new temporary home
The important piece of history is stuck on flood-damaged land and needs a temporary home.
Mayor Alex Walker: Together, we all make up 'civil defence'
People and communities like ours ensure we respond, recover and build back stronger.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Ways rural farmers can access support
The farming industry in the Tararua District has been hit hard by Cyclone Gabrielle.
'Staggering amounts of rain': Where nearly 550mm fell in Hawke's Bay
"It helps us understand how heavy the rain was in a relatively short period of time."
'Stop watching': Brian Tamaki blames online porn for Cyclone Gabrielle
The self-styled apostle chooses theology over meteorology to explain killer storm.
Waitangi Bridge to close for five hours for full-load testing
The aim of the testing is to allow Waka Kotahi NZTA to open up both lanes of the bridge.
'I feel less safe in Napier than London': Police Minister hears concerns, says commissioner may have sent 'wrong message'
'A lot of people are armed, and you are dreaming if you think we’re not.'
So many heroes in our Hawke’s Bay community
The end of summer: Linda Hall reflects on how we know how to care for each other.
Ruff competition: Bark Up to go ahead despite cyclone damage
Patangata Tavern pushing past Cyclone Gabrielle and going ahead with its Bark Up event.
The challenge to get power to remaining 2400 properties near Napier
There are plenty of challenges facing crews tasked with restoring power.