John Jenkins: Plans to resume racing at Waipukurau and Hastings
Hastings racing is planned in time for the Hawke's Bay Spring Carnival next year.
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Hastings councillor Malcolm Dixon retires after 12 years to spend more time with family.
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Central Districts get vote of confidence from racing bosses
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Racing: No Hastings spring carnival until 2026, Waipukurau revival announced
Racing in Hastings was shut down suddenly during the 2024 Spring Carnival.
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Dead against it? Freedom camping at cemeteries set for a crackdown
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When StarJam fell silent, Hawke's Bay found its voice
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Hawke’s Bay Civil Defence appoints new boss
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Fatally injured man lived long enough to tell police he was 'jumped'
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'Mum Talks' help young driver find his way
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Napier homicide: Gang connection rumours 'damaging' and untrue - police
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