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The scene of the accident on Awatoto Road in Hawke's Bay. Photo / Short Rs Photography

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Seconds from death: Car stalls on train lines

20 Jun, 2018 10:08pm

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The scene of the incident on Riverslea Road. Photo / Warren Buckland.

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Charges over axe attack

20 Jun, 2018 4:03pm
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A man has been charged over the axe attack in Hastings

Janine Smith, from the ministry for the environment climate directorate. Zero Carbon Bill public meeting as part of the nationwide consultation now underway. Napier Conference Centre. 19th June 20

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Zero Carbon Bill consultation takes place in Napier

20 Jun, 2018 6:49pm
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Hawke's Bay residents got the chance to have their say on the Zero Carbon Bill.

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Adam Green: This week brings me to my knees - I have twinges in the hinges

20 Jun, 2018 12:00pm
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When you finally discover your legs after 37 years, it's not a great sign

Dale Cooley from Papillon boutique shop on Joll Rd, Havelock North waves to a fellow retailer. Photo / Warren Buckland

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Research shows some revenue-gathering methods "won't work"

20 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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NZ Chamber of Commerce recommendations meet mixed uptake.

A sign on Dannevirke's High St points up Ward St, but there is no indication to motorists of the large public carpark at the end of the short street just off High St. Photo / Christine McKay

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Lack of signs cause pub, town to lose business

20 Jun, 2018 10:00am
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More signage needed in Tararua, but Dannevirke chamber won't put it up

Hawke's Bay is in for showers most of this week, but the weather is looking to settle for a fine weekend. Photo / Paul Taylor

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Rainy week ends with sunny weekend

20 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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A showery week for Hawke's Bay, but the region is in for a calm weekend with sunny skies.

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Lack of signs cause pub, town to lose business

20 Jun, 2018 10:00am
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Crippling health and safety costs force school camp to close

20 Jun, 2018 8:10am
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Westpac chief economist Dominick Stephens. Photo / Supplied

Insight: Economist sticks to guns

16 Jun, 2018 10:32am

Improvement in the economy will be followed by "moderation".

Health experts say yearly immunisation if the best way to protect against new strains of the virus. Photo / file

Vaccination updated to cover new strains

9 Jun, 2018 6:00am

ESR has created a real-time dashboard to track rate and severity of flu across country.

Netsafe chief executive Martin Cocker says there's no agreement on how much was the right amount of time to spend online. Photo / supplied

Digital devices new way of communicating

2 Jun, 2018 10:00am

As a society we may need to adjust our thinking on what being social is - Netsafe.

The dispute over the Te Mata track highlights RMA and district plan issues around cultural significance that are being played out across the country. Photo / File

Case highlights gaps in RMA, says academic

26 May, 2018 6:00am

Senior law lecturer says there could be a role for the Crown in settling such disputes.

Cranford Hospice chief executive Janice Byford-Jones. Photo / File

Experts speak out against the Seymour bill

19 May, 2018 11:06am

Concerns the Bill could run the risk of wrongful deaths.

Retired professor of geriatric medicine Dr David Richmond doesn't agree with voluntary euthanasia under any circumstances. Photo/File.

Legalising voluntary euthanasia a slippery slope: Geriatrician

19 May, 2018 10:07am

Dr David Richmond is against voluntary euthanasia in any circumstances.

Her experience in palliative care has convinced Dr Libby Smales that people need the option to end their life in the face of unbearable suffering while dying. Photo / Duncan Brown

Unbearable suffering can be avoided with good, safe laws

19 May, 2018 9:33am

Dr Libby Smales says people no longer fear pain so much as hopelessness and suffering.

Tukituki National MP Lawrence Yule said the strength of feeling on the End of Life Choices Bill was evidenced by the large number of people who attended a public meeting he held recently. Photo / file

Opinion polarised on End of Life Choice Bill

19 May, 2018 8:34am

More than 300 people attended a recent meeting in Havelock North on voluntary euthanasia.

St Matthew's parish priest Alister Hendery says our fear of death is in part due to our denial of its reality. Photo / Duncan Brown

Debate an opportunity to explore our relationship with death

19 May, 2018 6:46am

From the moment we are born we are dying - we need to prepare ourselves for that reality.

Anna Pierard says the importance of music needs to be imparted to the community. Photo / File

More than the occasional weekend gig

12 May, 2018 10:51am

Local music needs more promoting, Anna Pierard says.

Paisley Stage owner James Rochester said he and business partner Lucy opened the venue to put on gigs the way they wanted to. Photo / Warren Buckland

Bay's live music venues need your support

12 May, 2018 6:00am

The biggest competition for live venues is the likes of Netflix, say Bay bar owners.

Hastings Boys' High School music teacher Justin Lindsay tuning in. Photo/File

Timing catches one of top school bands out

12 May, 2018 6:00am

One of the Bay's top school bands unable to make the Rockquest this year

Taradale Rugby and Sports outside back Brynn Uriarau on the job as a business development manager for NOW. Photo/Duncan Brown

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Rugby World Cup qualifiers beckon for Taradale flyer

20 Jun, 2018 8:00am
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Uriarau makes sharp return after 12 weeks on sideline

Motorists using SH2 north of Napier can expect to come across slip clean-up ahead signage. Photo / Supplied

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Slip work will cause slight delays

20 Jun, 2018 6:16am
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Slip clean-ups on SH2 north of Napier will create some travel delays.

A truck and trailer flipped on State Highway 50, near Ongaonga in Central Hawke's Bay yesterday afternoon. Photo/Paul Taylor

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Driver injured in truck crash

20 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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Emergency services are responding to reports of a crash on State Highway 50.

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Research shows some revenue-gathering methods "won't work"

20 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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NZ Chamber of Commerce recommendations meet mixed uptake.

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Rainy week ends with sunny weekend

20 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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A showery week for Hawke's Bay, but the region is in for a calm weekend with sunny skies.

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Bring it on, Baby!

20 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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The baby's apparently already a day or two overdue. Are we ready for any more delay?

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Rugby World Cup qualifiers beckon for Taradale flyer

20 Jun, 2018 8:00am
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Uriarau makes sharp return after 12 weeks on sideline

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Slip work will cause slight delays

20 Jun, 2018 6:16am
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Slip clean-ups on SH2 north of Napier will create some travel delays.

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Driver injured in truck crash

20 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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Emergency services are responding to reports of a crash on State Highway 50.

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Research shows some revenue-gathering methods "won't work"

20 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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NZ Chamber of Commerce recommendations meet mixed uptake.

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Rainy week ends with sunny weekend

20 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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A showery week for Hawke's Bay, but the region is in for a calm weekend with sunny skies.

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Bring it on, Baby!

20 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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The baby's apparently already a day or two overdue. Are we ready for any more delay?

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Kids from Flaxmere Primary School, Flaxmere, Hastings, running between pou on the Celestial Compass - Takanga o te Ra Winter Solstice, a celebration at Waitangi Regional Park, Awatoto, Napier, part of Hawke's Bay's Matariki activities, organised by Atea a Rangi and the Hawke's Bay Regional Council. 19 June 2018 NEWS Hawke's Bay Today Photograph by Duncan Brown.

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Matariki education at Waitangi Regional Park

20 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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Motor vehicle accident on SH 50 at Ongaonga in Central Hawke's Bay. Milf truck flipped. 19th June 2018 Photographer Paul Taylor Hawke's Bay Today

Truck flips in CHB

20 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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With ball: Kararaina Taane, Maraenui School 7, Rippa Rugby vs Maraenui School 8, Napier - Napier Schools' Tournament at Taradale Park, Taradale, Napier. 15 June 2018 NEWS Hawke's Bay Today Photograph by Duncan Brown.

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Ripping good time had by all

20 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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Jock Mackintosh, CEO, Hawke's Bay Regional Sports Park, HBRSP, Hastings, with vandalism, wheelies done on the sportsgrounds at the weekend. 18 June 2018 NEWS Hawke's Bay Today Photograph by Duncan Brown.

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Sports ground spoiled

20 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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L-R: Monique Heke, Alyssabeth Tuitea - names correct - visit by Henry Heke and Monique Heke to a level 2 hospitality class, Flaxmere College, Flaxmere, Hastings. 18 June 2018 NEWS Hawke's Bay Today Photograph by Duncan Brown.

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Henry and Monique, cooks at school.

20 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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PAK'n SAVE Picket line

20 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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RUGBY Super 8 clash between Hastings Boys HS and Napier Boys HS at HBHS. 16th June 2018 Photographer Paul Taylor Hawke's Bay Today

HBHS lose out to NBHS at HBHS

20 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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Part of the crowd, watching a performance by Te Aute College, at Harcourts Hastings City Matariki Night Market, Hastings CBD, Hastings. 14 June 2018 NEWS Hawke's Bay Today Photograph by Duncan Brown.

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Matariki celebrated in Hastings

20 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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Matariki celebrated in Hastings

20 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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A wet day is forecast north of Auckland. File photo / Warren Buckland

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Heavy rain, thunderstorms north of Auckland, Far North

20 Jun, 2018 5:29am
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Heavy rain is just setting in north of Auckland to the Far North.

Police cordon off State Highway 2b/ Taradale Rd after a serious car crash took place after 9pm /Photo supplied

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Serious crash on Napier expressway

19 Jun, 2018 7:48pm
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Police were called to a serious crash in Napier after 9pm

Surf life guards dedicate hundreds of hours every year to protect members of the public on Hawke's Bay beaches/Photo Paul Taylor

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Awards celebrate Hawke's Bay Surf Life Saving clubs

19 Jun, 2018 7:12pm
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Surf Life Guards from all over Hawke's Bay were recognised for their efforts at awards.

Flaxmere Primary School students run between the pou at the Ātea a Rangi Star Compass to identify where the sun rises and sets during winter. Photo / Duncan Brown

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Matariki celebrated at Ātea a Rangi Star Compass

19 Jun, 2018 2:50pm
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Fun, games and learning on the menu for Winter Solstice celebrations.

Details of the exclusion zone around an M. bovis infected farm near Hastings. Photo / Duncan Brown

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M. bovis 'theoretically' spread by boots

19 Jun, 2018 11:52am
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Contamination risk "theoretically possible" on hunters' or trampers' boots.

Health Minister David Clark and Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters say the nurses' pay offer could be rejigged. Photo / Marty Melville

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No more money for nurses: Government

19 Jun, 2018 11:51am
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Government ministers say the nurses' offer could be re-cut but there will be no more money

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Heavy rain, thunderstorms north of Auckland, Far North

20 Jun, 2018 5:29am
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Heavy rain is just setting in north of Auckland to the Far North.

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Serious crash on Napier expressway

19 Jun, 2018 7:48pm
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Police were called to a serious crash in Napier after 9pm

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Awards celebrate Hawke's Bay Surf Life Saving clubs

19 Jun, 2018 7:12pm
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Surf Life Guards from all over Hawke's Bay were recognised for their efforts at awards.

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Matariki celebrated at Ātea a Rangi Star Compass

19 Jun, 2018 2:50pm
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Fun, games and learning on the menu for Winter Solstice celebrations.

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M. bovis 'theoretically' spread by boots

19 Jun, 2018 11:52am
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Contamination risk "theoretically possible" on hunters' or trampers' boots.

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No more money for nurses: Government

19 Jun, 2018 11:51am
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Government ministers say the nurses' offer could be re-cut but there will be no more money

Hastings district councillor Kevin Watkins says the Great China Face Race will rekindle teenagers' interest in China and its people. Photo File

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Amazing China Face Race: Latest Clue

19 Jun, 2018 11:20am
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Teenagers' face race heating up

Mia Paaymans at the Edible Fashion Awards at Peak Vision Church in Havelock North. Photo / Paul Taylor

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Talent takes out Edible Fashion Awards

19 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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Beautiful, innovative and authentic, judges 'blown away' by Edible Fashion Awards 2018.

Stephen Hensman (principal at Taradale high school), Robin Fabish (principal at Tamatea High School) and Natasha Kiwara (kaiarahi at the Ministry of Education) chat to students at an NCEA workshop for principals at Tamatea High School. Photo / Paul Taylor

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Principals share views on proposed NCEA changes

19 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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Hawke's Bay principals and student leaders gather to discuss NCEA review.

Tevita Faka'osi (centre), Loami Tu'akalau (right) and a Tongan National Emergency Management Organisation officer prepare to unpack the container in Tonga. Photo / Supplied

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Kind gesture arrives in Tonga from Hawke's Bay

19 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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A significant gesture of community spirit has made its way to Tonga.

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Battered shipping container rests at Thames St depot, Napier. Photo / Supplied

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Shipping container still missing

13 Jun, 2018 8:48pm
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Napier Port retrieves battered container.

Air quality in Hastings and Napier recorded an average level of 55 micrograms PM10 per cubic metre of air over the 24 hour period, five micrograms above the acceptable limit. Photo / Supplied

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Poor air quality poses risk to public

13 Jun, 2018 8:45pm
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Poor air quality 'posed risk to public'.

A drier McLean Park yesterday as seen from the Napier City Council webcam.

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Rain doesn't dampen McLean Park upgrade

14 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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There may have been more than 60mm of rain.

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Grandfathers Bill Prebensen and Les Appleford from Havelock North with Liam, 11, and Charlotte, 9, Prebensen from Napier, were early arrivals at Dannevirke's Aerodrome on Sunday morning.

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Dawn raiders arrive despite bad weather

New Zealand shrinks for pilots taking to the skies for the annual dawn raid.

Paka Junior Leota being sentenced in Auckland in 2013. Photo / File.

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Sentence affirmed for brutal jail attack

Paka Junior Leota nearly killed two men, in separate attacks, in separate prisons.

Corrections Department regional commissioner Paul Tomlinson, centre, joined volunteers Dene Thomas, left, Dorothea Millen, Anne Brown and Linda Trubridge at their award ceremony. Photo / Duncan Brown

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HB Regional Prison volunteers earn national awards

Volunteer-run yoga classes one of the most popular among prison inmates.

Te Awa Fields residential subdivision. Photo / Duncan Brown

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Sixty-seven new properties on the Napier market

Buildings would have to meet a minimum construction value of $1500 per square metre.

Income from manaku honey can bring in more than $2000 per hectare, in comparison to sheep and beef farming which delivers about $500 per hectare.

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Manuka solution for erosion issue in Hawke's Bay

Hawke's Bay region's erosion issues could be solved by planting manuka trees.

Two-year-old Tama in his power-chair. Photo / Supplied

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A prisoner in his own body

Tama is 2. He is slowly losing control of his body.

Father and son Shane and Tony Bouskill after last week's Golden Pliers and Silver Spades farm fencing triumphs. Photo / Supplied

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Son beats dad in national farm fencing final

Shane Bouskill was national champion four times. Now it's his son's turn.

Police were called to a Riverslea Rd address last week after a man was stabbed with an axe. Photo / Warren Buckland

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Lucky to be alive: Police officer held axe attack victim's chest together

A Hastings man is lucky to be alive after he was slashed with an axe last week.

Flaxmere College hospitality students Kera Patuwai (left), Wikitoria Hurinui, Paige Wallace-Ross with Monique Heke (middle) as they create Fish and Chips Heke style. Photo / Duncan Brown

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TV cooking show couple share kai secrets

Flaxmere College students cook up a storm with TV chefs Monique and Henry Heke.

Hawke's Bay NZNO members rallied in April this year to highlight their concerns about safe staffing, pay and working conditions. Photo / file

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Bay DHB prepares for possible strike action

DHB rescheduling non-urgent hospital services in preparation for industrial action.

HB Regional Sports Park chief executive Jock Mackintosh surveys the playing field that will now be closed for the rest of the season due to damage caused by wheelies. Photo / Duncan Brown

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Vandals ruin playing field

Damage from burnouts puts field out of action for the rest of the season.

Events director Garry Craft may have an announcement in a few weeks if all goes to plan. Photo / File

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Mission news could be only weeks away

Mission Estate Concert announcement not too far away, promoter hopes.

Iona College Year 13 student Caitlin O'Haga (front left) mucks in at the Leg-Up Trust in Hastings as part of a Servant Leadership Day. Photo / Duncan Brown

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Students become servants for a day to give back to community

The event was created by Lindisfarne College a decade ago and provides benefits all round.

Hawks coach Zico Coronel catches up with Rangers captain Dillon Boucher after the game at the PG Arena in Napier. Photo/Paul Taylor

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Incremental gains vital says Hawks coach Zico Coronel

Hawks not playing cat-and-mouse game on way to making NBL playoffs: coach Zico Coronel.

Olympic coach Shaun Easthope says golden boot front runner Martin Bueno (above) employed a 'clever bit of play'. Photo / Paul Taylor

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Blues take three points in so-so clash

Napier City Rovers need to find consistency if they are to claim the Central League crown.

Abbey Ross-Veale, then 7, and her calf Julie snuggle up after a hectic day at the lamb and calf day at the Dannevirke A&P Showgrounds in 2014.

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M. bovis may wipe out lamb and calf days

Agricultural industry recommending lamb and calf days don't go ahead.

Tamatea captain and prop Mason Kean is all smiles after his team's try against Havelock North on Saturday. Photo/Paul Taylor

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Rugby: Clive on wrong end of NOBM backlash

NOBM return to winning path in emphatic fashion.

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Fieldays speakers believe farm life settling down

Many sectors of the primary industry are coming together, says Bruce Wills.

The inquiry into mental health and addiction, chaired by Professor Ron Paterson, sat at St John's College earlier this month. Photo / Duncan Brown

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Students doing 'What Ever It Takes' to tackle mental health, including hosting national inquiry

Students overcome personal barriers of fear and understanding to engage in project.

Hawke's Bay Tourism says there's still plenty to do in Hawke's Bay during winter. Photo / Warren Buckland

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Cold no excuse: Hawke's Bay Tourism campaign shows region has lots to offer in winter

Campaign encourages visitors to take a little more time to savour a range of experiences.

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Concussions back in the limelight

Concussions back in the limelight.

Remains of second shipping container washed up on Westshore Beach /Photo supplied

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Parts of missing container found

The Napier Port retrieved parts of the second shipping container yesterday afternoon

Anthony Taueki is one of many making a difference in the apple and pear industry in Hawke's Bay /Photo supplied

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Drive for success in orcharding

Passionate young people strive for success in Hawke's Bay's apple and pear industry

NBHS captain Tyrone Thompson attempts to dislodge the ball from HBHS hooker Damarus Hokianga on Saturday. Photo/Paul Taylor

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Rugby: NBHS tips national champs with "homegrown" talent

NBHS unbeaten after two rounds in Super 8.

Insight: Workplace safety

Vehicle accidents, particularly with quad bikes and tractors, were behind about 90 per cent of agriculture-related fatalities. Photo/file

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Kiwis' 'get on and do it' attitude putting them at risk

5 May, 2018 6:00am
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Worksafe says culture change needed to reduce risk taking behaviour.

Leslie David Remuera (Les) Laing, April 2, 1989 - September 11, 2017. Photo / Supplied

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That's my boy Les, more than a statistic

5 May, 2018 12:00pm
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Leslie Laing, 28, died after a work accident in September. This is his dad's tale.

From left, Ivy Hazel, 2, Jacobi Palleson, 8, and Shyanne Barnes. Shyanne has a tattoo on her arm of her father Jeff McCulloch, who died in a workplace accident. Photo / Duncan Brown

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Daughter remembers 'protective' dad

5 May, 2018 3:00pm
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A Napier woman remembers her "protective" dad almost five years on.

This year's Hawke's Bay Farmer of the Year David Danks says health and safety has become a real focus over the past 12 months on the farm he manages. Photo / file

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Common sense a valuable farm safety tool

5 May, 2018 6:00am
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Hawke's Bay Farmer of the Year David Danks says self-responsibility is a must for farmers

Pan Pac managing director Doug Ducker (right) chats with wood resources manager Gavin Wright. Photo/Duncan Brown

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Safety high on the Pan Pac work list

5 May, 2018 9:00am
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Safety high on the Pan Pac work list for boss Doug Ducker.

Workplace Safety Minister Iain Lees-Galloway says we owe it to workers to keep them safe. Photo / File

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Too many Kiwis dying at work

5 May, 2018 10:00am
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Government pushes to make sure more workers make it home at night.

New Zealand Council of Trade Unions president Richard Wagstaff says chronic illnesses are a significant issue in the workplace. Photo/Supplied.

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Chronic illness a significant issue in workplace safety

5 May, 2018 11:00am
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It is estimated between 600 and 900 workers died every year

Coldrite Refrigeration and Air Conditioning owner Jim Bullock warns residents against 'grey brands' or cheap heat pumps /Photo Glenn Taylor

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Heat pump expert warns of 'dodgy heat pumps'

Heat pump expert warns residents not to install 'cheap brands' of heat pump

Rocket Lab's Electron rocket on stand-by at Mahia for the

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'It's Business Time': Rocket Lab counting down to first commercial launch

The new 14-day launch window starts on June 23, with daily opportunities from 12.30-4.30pm

The Hastings District Council is considering outsourcing its parks and reserves unit, charged with maintaining the district's parks such as Cornwall Park, pictured, as well as properties. Photo / file

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Hastings considers outsourcing parks and properties work

The council has consulted with 58 affected staff and the appropriate unions.

FIRST Union members picketing outside PAK'nSave Hastings in a bid for better pay on Saturday afternoon. Photo/Paul Taylor

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Workers picket at Hastings supermarket

Workers picketed outside Pak'nSave Hastings on Saturday in an effort to get better pay.

Rusted lamp post collapses onto Glamorgan Avenue in Tamatea /Photo supplied

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Rusted street lamp collapses on to street

Slight breeze pushes over lamp post in Tamatea.

Billy and Jesse Thomson from the Wairarapa on the beach in Napier. Photo / Paul Taylor.

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More rain in store for Hawke's Bay

Say goodbye to sunny skies and mild temperatures as more rain is on the way

Carlene Campbell, from Napier, with a photo of her concrete Buddha statue that was stolen. Photo / Paul Taylor

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Buddha statues burgled from two Napier homes

Solid concrete, metre high, Buddha statue vanishes into the night.

Police dog Dirk has a long road ahead, after a tumour was removed. Photo/Supplied

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Tumour catches up with police dog Dirk

It is a long road back to the beat for police dog Dirk who had a tumour removed.

Traffic controls in place after a crash on Pakipaki Rd on Saturday night. Photo/Paul Taylor

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Driver moderately injured after car hits power pole and lands in ditch

One person received moderate injuries after a car crash in Hastings on Saturday.

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'It's Business Time': Rocket Lab counting down to first commercial launch

18 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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The new 14-day launch window starts on June 23, with daily opportunities from 12.30-4.30pm

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Hastings considers outsourcing parks and properties work

18 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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The council has consulted with 58 affected staff and the appropriate unions.

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Workers picket at Hastings supermarket

18 Jun, 2018 6:00am
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Workers picketed outside Pak'nSave Hastings on Saturday in an effort to get better pay.

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7 Jul, 2017 2:09pm
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Tihei Kahungunu

Steve Tipu has a new role at Learning Innovations to keep people get into their chosen career pathway.

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Pathway to employment given boost

28 May, 2018 10:00am
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Arotahi here to help with career opportunities

The waka kawe or waka tūpāpaku is made out of harakeke and is available for whānau through Simplicity Bereavement Services.

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Harakeke casket now available for whānau

28 May, 2018 9:00am
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Harakeke caskets a new offering for whānau

At the Hayseed Trust, Napier, Dwayne Davies, left, and Jason Evans, Napier Police officers keeping more kids in schools.

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Ground work sees drop in Youth Court numbers

28 May, 2018 9:00am
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Prevention first focus working

Rural News

Farmers should be concerned about the Zero Carbon Bill.

Steven Cranston: True intention of carbon bill?

The majority of the public have no concept of agriculture's actual effect on the climate.

Glenn Horrocks and Ruth McLean in their Humblebee Market. Photo / Supplied

From Melbourne to Hunterville and the Humblebee market

Former NZ couple returned from Oz and opened the Humblebee market in Hunterville.

Roger Pearce and an area of land he's retired under the South Taranaki and Regional Erosion Support Scheme.

Taranaki farmer tackling erosion with successful formula

Roger Pearce is confident he's hit on a good formula fighting soil erosion.

Di and Rob Bridgeman with some of this year's plants.

Ōkato Farmers take pride in planting stream

Two Taranaki farmers are already ahead of the curve with their riparian planting.

Listen: Why we all need to be prepared for M. bovis

Jamie Mackay catches up with Mischa Clouston about her popular M. bovis social media post.

NZ Whisky Company plans for a $3m distillery fall through

The New Zealand Whisky Company's plans to develop a $3 million distillery fall through.

Central Taranaki Young Farmers meet new residents

New Opunake vet nurse Chandra Garrod-Harvey has won a NZ Young Farmers membership.

Astrolabe Reef as it looked nearly six years ago when the wreck of the Rena still sat above the rocks. Photo / File

Environment Court supports fishing ban on Astrolabe Reef

Three more marine reserves are proposed for the Bay of Plenty following a court appeal.

Hey day trippers, this is really... something

Hawke's Bay Today guides and liftouts

National Horticultural Field Day

20 Jun, 2018 3:05pm
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Showcase of Business Hawke's Bay

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