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Young musician set his sights on the big stage and won gold
Gabriel Rodrigues returns from the Los Angeles competition with a golden reward.

Hefty costs order leaves sour taste in mouth of anti-fluoridation group
Court case was in the public interest - campaigners says costs ruling 'really unfair'.

Hawke's Bay hounds after foster or fur-ever homes
Puppies and dogs alike are in need of both forever and foster homes.

EIT Ideaschool break-in 'unacceptable', equipment taken from locked area
EIT was targeted three times over one weekend, institute says it won't impact students.

Hawke’s Bay news in brief: Hastings parking management to change
A camera in a car to monitor metered and timed parking areas in Hastings.

Art installation shows that dirt is more than just dirt
Learn the story behind Kelekele Mo’ui (Living Soil) by artist Kalisolaite ‘Uhila.

'We're just getting started': Wrestling success as Hawke's Bay set to host flyweight champs
Mighty Mitch Vs ACJ, who will win the wrestling bout?

Lotto kiosk not included in Hastings Pak’nSave upgrade
No more Lotto at Hastings Pak’nSave as supermarket renovations don't include the kiosk.

The never-say-die traits powering Napier City Rovers
Grit, character and guts are shining through at Napier City Rovers in 2024.

Easy come, easy go, as stolen goods ditched in wild drive
Stolen tools thrown from vehicle before car spiking.

'Dynamic personality': Respected kaumātua Jerry Hapuku celebrated in portrait
One of Hawke's Bay's most respected elders has been captured in portrait form.

Independent supermarket coming to Flaxmere
Plans for independent supermarket to fill deserted New World building in Flaxmere.

Havelock North businesses concerned about road safety during New World build
Business owners in Havelock North are worried about safety and a lack of consultation.

Meet and greet with award-winning romance authors in Hastings
Have your 'meet cute' with award-winning romance authors at Hastings Library.

A 'Burning Love' for exercise: Filling the gap for disabled fitness in Hawke's Bay
Leana Becker saw a need, so she set out to make a difference.

Hawke's Bay Octogenarian's impressive goal helps raise money for Coastguard
Bill Knobloch, like many other across New Zealand, is taking part in The Big Swim.

Pre-pay for your GP: Hawke's Bay clinics say lack of funding starting to bite
Tōtara Health and Taradale Medical Centre have called out a lack of Government funding.

Flaxmere lost New World, Havelock North gets new replacement store
Opening date announced for replacement supermarket in affluent, growing area.

Pou saved after harsh swells left it lying on the beach
Mahia locals' call for help answered after pou washes into the sea in big swells.

More frosty nights and some scattered showers this weekend for Hawke's Bay
Jack Frost is still making his way around Hawke's Bay this winter.

A ‘great pool’ - National age group swim champs head for Hastings again
The new regional aquatic centre in Hastings gets the big tick of approval.

Big bucks raised at Bunnings motor neurone disease fundraiser
A classic Bunnings sausage sizzle draws in the crowd in support of motor neurone disease.

Truck's load downs power line, causes road closures in Hastings
Police were called to the incident just after 12.00pm.

Hunt for Chatham Cup glory heats up for Napier City Rovers
Stephen Hoyle: 'It's the biggest competition in NZ football and one I need to win.'

Timber, steel, glass and concrete from old Hastings grandstand diverted from landfill
Grandstand demolition is estimated to be completed at the end of August.

What the region wants from $1.2b infrastructure fund
Awatoto flood protection, housing and roads funding, and water security on the wishlist.

Hastings Tōmoana Showgrounds grandstand demolition
Demolition is set to be completed at the end of August. Video / Paul Taylor

'Ridiculous' Ocean Spa price increase: Council investigating separate price for locals
Hawke's Bay resident says entry fee being hiked from $11.50 to $20 is 'ridiculous'.

Wairoa still in State of Emergency as council runs Givealittle page for donations
Council chooses to run Givealittle page for a struggling community.