Hawkes Bay TodaySizzling start to summer as temperatures climb to 34C in North Island, heat alert issuedA heat alert has been issued for Gisborne as temperatures push into the 30s.07 Dec 08:15 PM
SportAnother day, another record: Ruthe sets new benchmark in 800mThe 16-year-old set a new NZ Secondary Schools Track and Field Championships 800m record.07 Dec 12:29 AM
Hawkes Bay Today'Now they have the gall to start burning it': Residents slam Puketapu dumpersEight fires in November were deliberately lit across Hawke's Bay.06 Dec 10:21 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayStudents turn garages into 'cookie factories' to boost Christmas Cheer AppealLast year, over 400 buckets were donated to Hawke's Bay Christmas Cheer Appeal. 06 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay TodayHawke’s Bay pop artist Liberty on heartbreak and making a living from music'I absolutely love Hawke’s Bay because everyone is so keen to help.'05 Dec 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayFather of four finds long-term career through Hawke’s Bay horticulture programmeThe MSD-funded Core Talent scheme gives up to 10 locals fulltime roles each year.05 Dec 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayRevealed: Our Heroes of 2025 – the Herald's top picksWe honour the best in news, sport, business and entertainment.05 Dec 04:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayHomemade warning signs appear after NZTA parks unmarked speed camera on busy roadThe DIY signs may 'dilute safety outcomes', NZTA says.05 Dec 01:18 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayControversial flag exhibit stolen from Hastings art galleryThe flag was stolen from the Civic Square gallery on Thursday.05 Dec 12:58 AM
Hawkes Bay Today'It’s going to be roasting': Hawke’s Bay braces for five days above 30CIt will be hot enough to cook an egg on a car bonnet, says a forecaster.04 Dec 11:12 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJohn Jenkins: Hawke’s Bay Racing members say yes to new racecourseOPINION: It is an important milestone in progressing a 'modern, long-term' racing venue.03 Dec 11:45 PM
Hawkes Bay Today'Very sharp': Two quakes shake Central North IslandGeoNet measured the first quake at a magnitude of 4.8 and a depth of 7km.03 Dec 11:22 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayParades, concerts, markets: A guide to Hawke's Bay's big Christmas weekendParades, markets, carols and concerts to celebrate Christmas in Hawke's Bay. 03 Dec 09:29 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayHawke’s Bay police release name of female homicide victim found dead in Hastings home'There are people in the community who know what happened'.03 Dec 04:04 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayA blue view for the PM: Christopher Luxon visits Hawke’s Bay berry giantGourmet Blueberries employs about 100 staff year-round, doubling at harvest time.03 Dec 03:02 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayHorse of the Year 2026 cancelled amid funding issues, lack of major sponsor'This is a devastating blow for our equestrian community.'03 Dec 01:07 AM
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay TodayNew quarry near Hastings approved for 20-year operation following court sagaIt is the second time the controversial quarry project has been granted consent.02 Dec 11:47 PM
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay Today'I felt so alone': The organisation working to help women succeed in the building industryCasey Aranui was told she would be 'too distracting', that there weren’t toilets for her.02 Dec 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayNZ schools athletics champs records being broken even before the games beginThere'll be a record 259 schools, with 1168 athletes and temperatures of 30C or more.02 Dec 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay Today'Please walk on me': Councillor shocked but art gallery backs NZ flag exhibition'It is not about shutting down art. It is about showing respect.' 01 Dec 11:31 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayDrax Project hunt for local acts to open summer shows'It could be someone’s grandmum who’s still got something left to prove.'01 Dec 10:30 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayFire rips through Hastings family homeFour fire engines and two specialist units battled the blaze on Monday night.01 Dec 08:31 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayNapier's $6m revamp of its main shopping street starts in JanuaryAll sections of Emerson St will be excavated during the four phases of redevelopment.01 Dec 05:12 PM
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay TodayRural parents hit out after Hastings school bus axed because Flaxmere College is closer'He’s finally thriving – he really has found a nice place and feels at home.'01 Dec 05:06 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayNew cash depot a 'game-changer' for Central Hawke's Bay businessesTrial will provide a local convenient solution for withdrawing cash for business.01 Dec 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodaySmall Hawke's Bay gallery’s Christmas show celebrates big art in little spacePaper-Works Gallery's Christmas show packs more than 30 artists into one tight room.30 Nov 10:57 PM
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay TodayNapier massage studio closes owing almost $200,000 in taxesThe massage studio was a mainstay in the heart of Napier and had good reviews.30 Nov 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: What we can learn from Mamas Donuts OPINION: Businesses don't have to suffer in silence when the walls are closing in. 30 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay TodayNailing an apprenticeship through neurodiversity: 'Working with my hands helps me remember things''It’s not about fixing yourself – it’s about finding what works for you.'29 Nov 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodaySurgeon misidentified as doctor who botched a woman's spinal surgeryThe Health and Disability Commissioner has apologised and reissued the critical report. 29 Nov 02:00 AM
Hawkes Bay TodaySurf lifesavers return to Hawke’s Bay beaches, and new rescue buoys help tooFour Hawke’s Bay clubs start weekend patrols from today, and volunteers are wanted.28 Nov 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay Today‘We need to talk about the rise in code browns’: Pool educates public after 20 closuresEach incident means a pool shutdown, heavy cleaning costs and disappointed swimmers.28 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJohn Jenkins: Hawke’s Bay Racing members to vote on racecourse projectOPINION: The HBR meeting is to seek a decision on whether to proceed with the project.28 Nov 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay Today‘Behaviour has crossed the line’: Home security allowance for councillorsSome councillors will be able to access allowances of up to $5500 to improve security.28 Nov 02:02 AM
