New ZealandHeavy rain warning: Hawke's Bay highways closedState Highway 2 between Whirinaki and Wairoa is closed overnight because of flooding.21 Jun 10:31 PM
New ZealandAnother rainmaker on the way after days of watches and warningsCentral Hawke's Bay rivers are expected to reach "one-in-five-year" levels.18 Jun 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke’s Bay all the way in farm fencing champs at FieldaysTony Bouskill took a break from fencing cyclone-hit land to take out a national title.17 Jun 11:11 PM
New ZealandPerson injured in ‘digger accident’ in Central Hawke’s BayEmergency services were called to the incident in the rural area of Omakere.15 Jun 02:21 AM
New ZealandSmall town's post-cyclone hub delivers warm homes and warms heartsThe Ngāti Kere Flood Response Group continues to care for the Pōrangahau community.14 Jun 06:00 PM
KahuMental well-being support essential for tamariki and rangatahi in cyclone impacted regionsOver the past four months, many fundraising events have taken place for cyclone relief.10 Jun 12:06 AM
New ZealandMore than 1000 people feel two 4.8-magnitude quakes near PōrangahauGeoNet reported both quakes happened 10km southeast of the coast of Pōrangahau.08 Jun 07:57 AM
New ZealandKing's Birthday Honours: Steve Wyn-Harris recognised for services to farming, rural communitiesThe Waipukurau dry-stock farmer and media identity receives an ONZM.04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay councillors back staff as confusion over recovery bills continuesPerfect paperwork 'absurd' when staff are standing in rising rivers, they argue.01 Jun 12:27 AM
New ZealandStoush over who pays for millions in emergency measures after cycloneHawke’s Bay Regional Council is struggling to get reimbursement for some costs from NEMA.29 May 11:58 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandChrystal sparkles in Hawke's Bay double at dogs champsA national champion after being cut off by a cyclone? This one 'tastes pretty sweet'.28 May 10:57 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCountry rugby in Hawke’s Bay is bouncing backThe Central Hawke's Bay sub-union rugby team has five games this year.26 May 04:31 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay music month reaching its crescendoMomentum has built across the month, with near-capacity audiences in several halls.24 May 11:12 PM
PoliticsThird time lucky: McAnulty on being latest Hawke’s Bay cyclone recovery ministerHawke's Bay has had three cyclone recovery ministers in as many months since Gabrielle.24 May 04:58 AM
New ZealandTwo airlifted to hospital after Central Hawke’s Bay crash, no injuries in Havelock North bus crashTwo people were airlifted to hospital after a car crashed through a fence near Ongaonga.23 May 05:17 AM
KahuCensus makes final push for Māori and Pasifika stragglers with Warriors tickets and kai vouchersThousands of notices have gone to Census defaulters warning of fines.22 May 02:15 AM
New ZealandPhotos: Waipukurau Club rolls back the years for big milestoneThere was plenty of colour and festivities for the anniversary.21 May 01:39 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBattle for Ruataniwha groundwater continues with new appealSeven farming groups are appealing the rejection of their application for CHB water.19 May 12:17 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay's Budget 2023 winners and losersWho are the region's Budget winners and losers?18 May 04:55 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWallingford Station buyer says sale will have ‘positive impact’ on communityForeign forestry giant says it wants to "hire locally, buy locally, think locally".17 May 12:21 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWater review suggests 25 million cubic-metre shortage by 2040An updated water assessment draft has highlighted Hawke's Bay's plight.15 May 04:36 AM
New ZealandStopbanks, roads and local response key factors in $941m pre-Budget cyclone reliefGovernment earmarks nearly $1 billion for cyclone recovery, announced in Hawke's Bay.14 May 05:49 AM
New ZealandHipkins reveals $941 million cyclone, floods recovery packageMoney will raise stopbanks, fix roads and rail, and repair every damaged school.13 May 10:30 PM
New ZealandKieran McAnulty hears concerns about communication in his new Hawke’s Bay recovery roleHawke's Bay now has a third cyclone recovery minister leading the region's response.10 May 03:19 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Quite frankly, this is devastating’: Mayor hits out at approval of station saleMayor Alex Walker said the project would be "high risk" for the environment and community.08 May 03:50 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIkea-linked overseas buyer gets green light to buy land606ha of notable Central Hawke’s Bay land can now be sold to foreigners with pine plans.04 May 03:08 AM
New ZealandMuseum looking for stories on Ormondville lockupWhat went on behind the walls of Ormondville's lockup?02 May 03:34 AM
New ZealandJolly Good Chaps scoot from Napier to WellingtonAbout $150,000 is expected to have been raised.30 Apr 06:20 AM
New ZealandGeonet records a further 27 aftershocks in Hawke’s Bay overnightThe aftershocks have ranged from light to moderate.26 Apr 09:21 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Here's the guts of it': Is Kieran McAnulty Labour's secret weapon?OPINION: The hard-case minister who is infuriating National and Act.26 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand41 quakes in three hours: 'Severe' quakes shake Hawke’s Bay, aftershocks continueA magnitude 5.9 quake has rocked the North Island this morning.26 Apr 01:16 AM
New ZealandFatal crash near TakapauOne person has died after a fatal crash on State Highway 2 near Takapau20 Apr 08:22 PM
New ZealandRoyalist gets ready for coronation trip of lifetimeCatherine Hobbs-Turner is looking forward to ticking another royal affair off her list.19 Apr 11:28 PM
New ZealandJB Heperi-Smith - a man who sought to ‘serve our people’One of Ngāti Kahungunu's most recognisable faces died on Friday, aged 58.15 Apr 08:54 AM