Hawkes Bay TodayFun fact – the world record holder for foot archery contortionism is a mumShannen Michaela holds the Guinness World Record. She's also a mum to a toddler.16 Oct 05:05 AM
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay TodayTwo friends separated by less than 30 votes, as four Bay council seats go to the wireWith just special votes to be added, four council seats in Hawke's Bay are cliffhangers.15 Oct 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayParole Board apologises after early release of killer driverTruckie Sarah Schmidt will not be recalled to serve the two weeks in prison.15 Oct 03:08 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayEgg arrives at Napier kiwi creche just as it's hatchingJoker will stay until reaching 1kg, then return to Kaweka Forest in about three months.15 Oct 02:45 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayMagpies quarter-final star out of semi with injury, lock linchpin ready for 50th gameThe Magpies take on Canterbury in Christchurch for a shot at the NPC final.15 Oct 02:20 AM
Hawkes Bay Today‘I’m not there to be an ornament’: New HBRC councillor wants chair role'They are the ones who should be hanging their heads,' she said of re-elected councillors.15 Oct 12:15 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayFireworks and food galore: What to expect at this year’s Hawke’s Bay DiwaliA pre-Diwali display at MTG Napier Museum will run on October 18-19.14 Oct 11:57 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayMob leader ‘felt trapped’ before death, coroner findsBenson sought help for addiction and mental health issues before his death.14 Oct 08:33 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNapier’s haven for sailing played host to yachting tragedy: Gail PopeOPINION: Sailor's heroics evident in strenuous effort to save companions.14 Oct 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayWatch: Hooded teen who stormed field, punched schoolboy rugby player, referred to Youth ServicesThe attack was caught on video and went viral on social media. 14 Oct 12:39 AM
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay Today'Important talking point': Why a dirt mound led to council investigationA handful of neighbours on Beach Rd have built up a mound, or crest, for over a decade.13 Oct 05:22 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayDeadly flooding worsened by probable blockage at river mouth during Cyclone GabrielleWater flows exceeded flood of 1938, and doubled that of 2018.13 Oct 03:33 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayCrash blocks SH2 north of Napier, drivers urged to avoid areaTraffic is being diverted while the northbound lane remains closed.13 Oct 02:37 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayPortrait of Jesus survives fire that destroyed Hawke's Bay chapelA portrait of Jesus was the only item from the chapel undamaged by flames or water.12 Oct 11:39 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayNapier’s first Pawrade draws 300 petsOrganisers say the doggy day out may return as an annual spring tradition.12 Oct 10:19 PM
Hawkes Bay Today'Heartbroken': Family's pain as phone-using truckie who killed 22yo gets early releaseTruck driver Sarah Hope Schmidt sent 45 Snapchat messages and received 85 while driving. 12 Oct 04:00 PM
Hawkes Bay Today'Shocked and surprised': New mayor reacts to victoryRichard McGrath won by 3273 votes with about 85% of the results counted.11 Oct 11:37 PM
Hawkes Bay Today'Pretty rapt': Mayor Craig Little ahead but waiting on final tallyLittle poised for a fifth term and vows to focus on Wairoa’s flood protection.11 Oct 11:34 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayThe black and white wall: Magpies fly into NPC semifinalsThe Magpies refused to let the Bulls over the line, winning by four tries to none.11 Oct 08:49 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayMāori wards given the boot by Hawke's Bay referendum votersWairoa will be the only one of Hawke's Bay's five councils with a Māori ward from 2028.11 Oct 05:11 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayRichard McGrath elected Napier Mayor, beating Kirsten WiseWith roughly 85% of the vote counted on Saturday, McGrath has the votes.11 Oct 01:24 AM
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay TodayWhale Rider's myth and magic in Napier fundraiserHear the tale of Kahutiaterangi and why he journeyed to Whāngārā on the back of a whale.10 Oct 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayHawke’s Bay sizzles as spring heat nears 30CHastings reached just under 30C as locals swapped trousers for shorts.10 Oct 01:57 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayJust loving Hawke’s Bay - the Magpies’ everywhere manNick Grigg finally found an NPC home in Hawke's Bay, at the age of 28.09 Oct 08:38 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayHawke’s Bay Arts Festival opens with international star, local talent and sold‑out showsThe 10‑day programme runs until October 19 across Hawke’s Bay venues.09 Oct 07:57 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayPolice boost presence for gang-tangi convyExtra patrols will be visible across the region.09 Oct 07:45 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayNapier teen who beat rare cancer giving back to camp that helped him throughWhen Max Weeks was 6, strange back pain turned into a diagnosis no parent wants to hear.09 Oct 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay Today'A grave hazard': Unsupervised toddler drowns in unfenced backyard swimming pool There were several items, including a chair, near the pool Aromaia Duff drowned in.09 Oct 04:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayVoting venues open to the last minute, ready for high noon on SaturdayMore than 50 venues across Hawke’s Bay and Tararua are accepting votes up to the deadline.09 Oct 03:03 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayOn The Up: Hastings couple changing community with free fitness classes'Give me 100 people each session, I want to be challenged,' says Nane Araia.09 Oct 12:21 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayHurricanes to bring Super Rugby Pacific back to Napier in 2026The March 13 fixture will be the 15th time the Hurricanes have played in Napier.08 Oct 08:30 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayNapier CBD to host first 'Pawrade'Asked how life in the city had been before the initiative, one dog said 'ruff'.08 Oct 07:44 PM
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay TodayEIT begins search for new boss; former CEO not in runningEIT has begun its search for a new chief executive following a tumultuous few years.08 Oct 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayAvoiding a 'ghost town': Quake rule changes praised by museum bossDannevirke museum relieved at the proposed lifeline for quake-prone buildings. 08 Oct 05:00 PM
