Central Hawke's Bay news
'Felt right across the district': Police name victim of fatal railway track crash
'Amberlee was part of our Pukeora Family and will be missed by all of us here.'
Motorist dies after early morning crash in Waipukurau
The road has reopened after the tragedy in Central Hawke's Bay.
Matariki events in Hawke's Bay – a winter celebration and commemoration
What to do to and where to celebrate Matariki in Hawke's Bay.
Arrests made near Blackhead Beach after paua seized
Police contacted Fisheries New Zealand officers and a joint investigation was carried out.
CHB Pregnancy and Parenting Hub much more than just a physical space
'We want every mum to feel supported and empowered on their journey.'
'I couldn't make it better': Brave 3-year-old's terminal cancer battle
Laura Taylor has 1420 beads of courage and turns 4 in July. That alone tells the story.
Woman put in a kennel, suffers miscarriage in meth-fuelled family violence ordeal
The woman also suffered wounds to the bone caused by her partner, Joel Leef.
Premium
Replacements for bulldozed state homes in heart of Napier suburb cut by Govt
Mayor: 'The people of Maraenui deserve better. They've waited over a decade for action.'
Asterisks, footnotes and claims of 'weasel words': Inside the battle for region's housing future
The plan is years in the making, but now it's reached a cross-council 'standoff'.
Opinion: Our obsession with parking on footpaths is getting worse
OPINION: It's not just inconsiderate, it's illegal, and there's no excuse.
Two sisters started a club rugby team to honour their late parents - and won the title
On The Up: 'We just hugged and cried and knew our parents would be proud.'
Motel generation ends: Just 24 families in region still using them for emergency housing
It's made finding accommodation cheaper, but some single people are 'sleeping on streets'.
Napier Port industrial action ends as pay agreement reached for workers
'We can now focus on running a port rather than fighting each other.'
Rural News
Bus passengers rescued from floodwater in Taranaki, heavy rain sweeps country
Rain started falling at the top of the country before dawn.
Court holds forestry directors accountable for environmental compliance
The 940-hectare forest poses environmental risks due to erosion-prone terrain.
Dairy price dip won’t last long - expert
NZX head of dairy insights Cristina Alvarado said the dip in prices was not surprising.
North warned thunderstorms possible as watch issued
MetService says there is a moderate chance of upgrading the watch to a warning.
Sir David Carter talks politics and farming on The Country
Sir David Carter, Wayne Langford, Peter Weir, Jock Ross, and Craig Wiggins.
Woolworths issues major recall of contaminated mince
Some customers found 'foreign matter' in their meals before the recall was announced.
Lifestyle news
Top drop: Hawke's Bay Merlot crowned best in world at global awards
NZ wineries won three out of nine international trophies at an annual wine contest.
Volunteering goes digital: Hawke’s Bay charities embrace remote roles
Remote volunteering: "I don’t have to choose between spending time with my children and giving back." Video / Rafaella Melo - HBT
How John Scott’s design philosophy shapes a new generation of architects
Hana Scott applies her grandfather’s principles to design modular housing.
Car news and advice
Survey: 20% of car owners think they’re in danger of getting a shock from washing an EV
Younger people are much more worried about wet EVs than the over-50s, too.
None more black? Range Rover blacks out the Sport SV
How more black can a Range Rover be? The SV Sport Black Edition is the answer.
Mazda teases all-new CX-5 ahead of big reveal next week
We know there are osme fancy lights, and there's a 'SkyActiv-Z' hybrid on the way.
OneRoof property news
'OMG, it was nuts': Buyer snaps up house within 24 hours of seeing it
Modern home sells for almost $300,000 above its reserve.
NZ's biggest luxury apartment for sale - what $7m gets you
“The master suite is pretty much the size of a small house.”
Helicopter pilot's off-grid Taupō cabin draws international interest
Vendor's love of TV westerns inspired him to build his own frontier home.
More local news
CHB music legend dies - reunion gig will go ahead
Sir Duke has been a fixture on the Hawke's Bay music scene for 50 years.
On the Up: An ode to the crews keeping the lights on through our worst weather
When you think ‘I’m glad I’m not at work’, that's when Hamish Weir is at his busiest.
2.2 million gone: Sheep numbers almost half what they once were in Hawke's Bay
'It’s looking like it’s going to become an industry that is not sustainable.'
Broken water main prompts water conservation in Waipukurau
The main broke near Coughlan Rd, affecting an unknown number of households.
'It’s all there to score big': Kiwi chasing heptathlon goals in Europe
Briana Stephenson is after 6000 points in a bid to compete in the world championships.
'Really cold temperatures': Wet, windy start to winter for Hawke’s Bay
'Break out the gloves and beanies:' Weekend set to chill the Bay.
'Unjustifiable': Dyslexic children to lose 109 specialist teachers after Budget cut
'For those with severe difficulties reading or writing, there’s nothing to replace them.'
Waipawa chef with global experience chooses Elephant Hill for his next menu
Conor Mertens has cooked in Michelin-starred restaurants in Tokyo.
CHB beaten by Wairarapa Bush in historic Tikokino match
Wairarapa Bush overran Central Hawke's Bay, scoring 40 points in the second half.
'It's pumping': How a rural mother's catering venture became a community staple
A restaurant-quality meal, without travelling to town – it's a thriving business model.
With his late nephew's photo on his back, nothing could stop Mark Bean scaling the Sky Tower
'He was a really neat kid, had a heart of gold, and he would've had a pretty good future.'
'Incredible role': The pioneering nurse helping victims of sexual violence
Lei Johnson was the first nurse practitioner to become an accredited forensic examiner.
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.
Three cups full as Hawke's Bay racing returns – in Waipukurau
The return of racing to Hawke's Bay is expected to be a big boost for Waipukurau.
'Most significant thing I'll ever do': The photo sessions capturing memories for bereaved families
When Jackie Lowry is called to Hawke's Bay Hospital she knows it won't be a normal shoot.