New ZealandCyclone victim estimates land value dropped $1m - yet rates bill the same'The land is worth around $300,000 to $400,000, if that, and they are rating us on $1.4m.'03 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow a midlife volunteer found purpose in Hawke’s Bay Civil Defence'I thought maybe I could get involved ... maybe I could be of some use.'03 Apr 12:13 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Has an impact’: Hawke’s Bay station sold to overseas owner to be converted to forestry'Land use change is hard socially and you have to be really careful.'02 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandNapier Mayor outlines her vision for savings: ‘It all comes at a cost’The Civic Precinct project will house the library and governance facilities.01 Apr 02:44 AM
New ZealandWairoa’s updated flood plan protects more homes and Māori land, showgrounds still to goThe Government contributed $70 million for Wairoa’s flood protection.28 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay: Kererū Gorge rebuild nears completion while Puketapu Bridge opening extendedKererū Gorge and Puketapu Bridge rebuild projects are nearing completion.28 Mar 01:14 AM
PremiumPremiumAgribusiness$42m debt owed by major cherry grower in liquidationAcross the three registered companies, the business owes roughly $42 million.16 Mar 11:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMayor encourages public protest at Napier Health Centre over overnight health careOver 100 signed a health services 'Buller Declaration', and the mayor urged them to rally.14 Mar 02:31 AM
New Zealand'When you know better, you do better': Cyclone Gabrielle survivors prepare as Alfred bears down on QueenslandHawke’s Bay residents in Queensland say the preparation is immense compared to Gabrielle.06 Mar 02:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand’Pattern of behaviour': Hastings council chided for stream and dam maintenance failuresReport delves into problems after Jessica Maxwell complained to the Ombudsman.03 Mar 09:50 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessT&G Global posts 128% profit growth despite $9.9m net lossApples the 'engine room for growth' for T&G Global.03 Mar 12:28 AM
New ZealandFlood spillway in Wairoa: Save the drama for Shortland St, wāhine who is set to lose land says'There was so much water. We are glad to have the opportunity to relocate.'02 Mar 11:53 PM
New ZealandHastings Civic Square revamp to cost close to $1mNew pavers will feature designs by tribal artists, celebrating Hastings' diversity.27 Feb 12:30 AM
New ZealandMigrant workers in visa scam each paid $16k for Cyclone Gabrielle recovery jobs that did not existThe eight men arrived in New Zealand to find the jobs did not exist.23 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandCHB tries to lower rates hike to 10% as cyclone-hit Hastings sticks with 15%Hastings can't accommodate any new projects in 2024/25.20 Feb 05:04 AM
New Zealand‘It broke my heart’: Firefighter’s emotional encounter with child trapped in house by floodwaters'We weren’t leaving you darling, we were waiting here for you.'19 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Not ideal': Overnight Napier health care in the balance as March 1 changes loomIt's just over a week before changes begin but Health NZ can't say what they'll be.19 Feb 12:10 AM
New ZealandClaim part-timers won’t solve Hawke’s Bay’s problemsA departing councillor says amalgamation to create fulltimers could fix the issues.18 Feb 12:20 AM
New ZealandEskdale Park, gifted a century ago, is reborn after 100,000 cubic metres of silt removedThe seeds of a new future for Eskdale and its flood-ravaged valley are emerging.17 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandLife in an isolated valley after a flood: 'The damage took my mind off being hungry'George waited days in his car for someone to arrive: 'They didn’t even know we were here.'16 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandPictures: 2025 Napier Art Deco Festival reminiscent of era before Covid, Cyclone GabrielleIn pictures: All the action at the Napier Art Deco Festival.15 Feb 11:26 PM
New ZealandStorm-damaged house disputeCouple battle Auckland Council over storm-damaged home for compensation. Video / Dean PurcellWatch15 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandCabinet funds Napier-Wairoa highway realignment, Bailey Bridge to remain at least four more yearsThe cyclone sped up the need for a project in the melting pot for at least 20 years.13 Feb 10:00 PM
New Zealand‘We lost our daughter’: Cyclone victims urge changes to save livesThe Collins family criticises authorities for failing to implement safety changes.13 Feb 08:12 PM
New ZealandIs the emergency alert system better now than during Cyclone Gabrielle?A flood victim believes more work is still needed to improve emergency alerts.13 Feb 05:15 PM
New Zealand‘Like opening a window’: Unearthed phone shows cyclone smashing through Esk Valley'Looking at those photos now, it’s surreal.'13 Feb 05:14 PM
New Zealand'Please, let me stay': The cyclone survivor living in caravan on red-zoned landFor Waikato Gray, Esk Valley is more than just a home. It is five generations of history.13 Feb 05:12 PM
New ZealandEskdale man refuses buyout, stays on ancestral land after Cyclone GabrielleCyclone Gabrielle floodwaters destroyed Waikato Gray’s Eskdale home in February 2023. He refused a council buyout, staying on his ancestral land in a caravan. Video / Rafaella MeloWatch13 Feb 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Can’t comprehend it': The Pākōwhai pilots'It looked like a tidal wave had come down.'13 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne home could be uninsurable if not raised on stiltsLizzy Burns has decided not to lift her property so her family can continue to live there.13 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Ready to go': Community prepared for another GabrielleFlood preparedness has become part of the local school's curriculum.13 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandHelping hand after cyclone devastationMoney has been allocated to many to help in recovery efforts.13 Feb 03:04 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle tragedy: The questions the probe into 14 deaths wants to answerTwo years ago Cyclone Gabrielle brought death and destruction.13 Feb 12:03 AM
New ZealandPretty with a purpose: How sunflowers are helping bring back the goodness to cyclone-hit soilsThe crop will never be harvested, but it serves a very important purpose.12 Feb 11:10 PM
