Police launch homicide investigation after man dies in Hastings
A 59-year-old man has been arrested.
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After witnessing Cyclone Gabrielle devastation, Liam Schofield's priorities changed.
Napier win Ross Shield with near-unprecedented dominance
It is arguably the most dominant performance since the Shield was first presented in 1902.
Tukituki candidate says unemployed key to tackling climate change
Allister Tosh is one of 10 candidates vying for the Tukituki seat.
Former Manchester City hopeful makes cracking start to NZ football's National League
Deri Corfe makes his mark at Napier City.
'Cavalier': Company fined $52k for quarrying in wine-growing area
Gimblett Gravels is a designated wine-growing area west of Hastings.
Election 2023: 'Gutter politics on gangs' - Napier candidates clash over gang claims
Labour's Hutchinson said National's Nimon was 'playing gutter politics on gangs'.
Kia rite-Time to Act: From cyclones to droughts, climate’s wild ride
OPINION: Get ready for "climate whiplash".
Ikaroa-Rāwhiti has been a Labour stronghold since it was established in 1999
Newcomer Cushla Tangaere-Manuel holds slight lead over Meka Whaitiri
‘We are the power’: Hastings Boys' High rip riotous anthem for Warriors captain
The school's rendition of the Warriors chant was directed at an old boy.
Scorcher weather forecast could break a 25-year Napier record
A record that has stood since 1998 could be about to fall, if the heat arrives.
National League showdown: Familiar Wellington foe awaits Napier City Rovers in season-opener
Napier City Rovers aim for winning start to football's 2023 National League.
'I've killed my bro': Man gets home detention after mate falls off the back of ute
Group drinking before the accident but the driver was under the legal limit.
From two to 182: Hawke’s Bay's pothole damage claims spike
Pothole damage compensation claims have jumped in Hawke's Bay over the past three years.
Firefighters battle shed fire in Hastings amid strong wind warning
Gusty winds fuel two fires in close proximity after MetService issues wind warnings.
Home by Christmas: The one wish of widow whose home was decimated in cyclone
Sylvia Bell one of an estimated 130 Wairoa residents unable to return home after cyclone.
Fears, frustrations and critical risks at Hawke's Bay Hospital
Doctors grapple with mistrust over information entered into the hospital's IT systems.
Person killed in overnight crash on State Highway 5
The Napier-Taupō highway has reopened after a fatal crash on Wednesday morning.
‘Give it everything’: Napier City Rovers out to impress in football’s National League
Sole provincial-based club in football's National League out to impress.
Timber! 150-year-old poplar tree brought down in Hastings
The poplar has been a big feature of Frimley Park for more than 150 years.
Hastings Community Patrol needs new volunteers
After dropping from 40 to 8 members, Hastings Community Patrol is recruiting fresh faces.
Crying maunga’ inspires cyclone relief song
Musician Riqi Harawira writes an uplifting song for Te Mata Peak.
Hawke's Bay weather to be mostly dry and sunny for Te Wiki o te Reo Māori
Region's trend of mostly dry, sunny weather to continue into next week.
Cheer amid despair: How $10.3m Lotto win brought joy to cyclone-ravaged Wairoa
A massive Lotto win gave Wairoa residents something to celebrate after a 'tough year'.
Speedway: Napier racer makes history in the US
Bradley Wilson-Dean has stunned the speedway world.
'Beautiful soul': Family, friends left heartbroken after 'bubbly, bright' teen doesn't wake up
Melody Southon wasn't feeling well at school on Monday. By Tuesday she was dead.
Hastings textile fabricator wipes out the competition with dog-friendly design
Hawke’s Bay Upholstery Apprentice Wins Apprentice of the Year
Omāhu Marae to host special Waiata Māori Music Awards show
Friday evening's show includes a star-studded line-up of Māori performers.
Racing: Big local winner back for Spring Racing Carnival
Callsign Mav won three of the races in 2020 and 2021, one at odds of over 80-1.
The date is set: Trains to return to Napier for first time since cyclone
It has been seven months since trains rolled through Napier. But be vigilant from now on.
Election 2023: On the campaign trail in the wide-open seat of Ikaroa-Rāwhiti
There were so many laughs, you could almost forget the dramatic backdrop to this campaign.
Celebrating a Havelock North community's hard work
A function centre built by the community and for the community celebrates 25 years.
'Dealing with them their own way': Vigilante justice, claims looters assaulted at cyclone-damaged homes
'If I was a big burly guy and confronted someone on my property, I would do the same.'
Another Hawke's Bay home destroyed by fire
It was 8.30am on a sunny and fine Saturday morning. Then the house was gone, 'knackered'.