Latest from Napier

'Essential piece of the puzzle': Plant upgrade to boost asphalt production by 400%

“This expansion is transformative for our business, and for the region.'

Pride of the Bay: What National League spot means to homegrown Napier City Rovers powerhouse

Ahead of football's National League, one of Napier City Rovers' finest in 2024 opens up.

Max horsepower: Riders take to the streets for road safety

People took part in rides on the streets of Havelock North, Napier and CHB.

'Overwhelming, but definitely in a good way': Special Hawke's Bay homecomings for Paris athletes

'I was a bit taken aback seeing all the little kids out there looking up to me.'

'In the mood to buy again': Rise in house sales as interest rates drop

Buyers 'in the mood to buy again' in Hawke’s Bay.

'Moved to tears': Bay tamariki share universal love of te reo

'They aren’t frightened or scared of it.'

Large industrial building catches fire near Hastings, then cops a drenching

Flames and black smoke could be seen coming from inside the roof of the building.

40 years of 'lost' poetry compiled into one book

Poetry is not for everyone, but Bruce Bisset's book of poems will get everyone thinking.

Watch: Man fuming after ute sandwiches his parked car, then drives off

Jonzy Brandt's insurance had just run out - now his car is likely written off.

'Angels on his side': Hawke’s Bay father fighting for life after hit by car walking home from pub

Josh Bowman’s recovery could take years, but he's now back in Hawke's Bay.

'Kiwis helping other Kiwis': Cyclone bravery award winners continue to help community

'It still puts a lump in your throat thinking about it.'

Irene van Dyk hoping to lead a Hawke's Bay renaissance at NZ's national champs

'My idea is to create a culture. I think we can upset a few teams.'

Emma Twigg still has an oar in the water - this time winning bronze for Hawke's Bay

Emma Twigg's rowing career isn't over yet as she adds another medal to collection.

'Great idea': 150 evacuation bags donated to elderly Napier residents living alone

Margaret Daukes has turned 90. A bright red bag stands out among her gifts.

'Major deficiencies': Almost half of Hawke's Bay highways get a two-star rating

A State Highway described as a 'goat track' is among the routes needing urgent funding.

‘Poorly maintained’ CBD buildings in the sights of Wairoa council

Wairoa Mayor Craig Little: 'People want their main street to look good.'

Learn more about the hundreds of stories behind one house's history

Birth & Rebirth: The Story of the Hudson Family Home, Bethany Maternity Hospital and more.

Wairoa shooting: Resident frustrated after 'one police car' turns up

'You’d think with a shooting ... there would be an immediate response.'