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‘Stunning views’: Private sites and sights open for Ōmakere School fundraising walk

A unique window into some iconic coastland.

Rugby league: Omahu Huia score 13 tries in league final walkover

Omahu Huia won their second Hawke's Bay premier rugby league title in three years.

Touchwood brings locally made homeware to market

The market has grown, and so has Adele and Pierce Devlin's business.

Thousands pack Napier CBD for massive illuminated street party

7000 people chose Napier's big street party over elections on the telly.

Fun, quirky and affordable items make the cut for Hummingbird Designs

Nicole always has a range of affordable and child-friendly items available.

Hawke’s Bay’s weekend in pictures: Parties, racing and rubber ducks on a river

There was plenty on besides just rugby and politics.

Popular fete offers early start for Christmas shopping

A wide range of regular and new stalls will be there this year.

A battle, an escape and an olive tree: The story behind a symbol of friendship

The symbol is a tree, planted 51 years ago, that a councillor says was ignored until now.

Hamilton's 'misfits' come out of the shadows for Festival of Weird

Hamiltonians urged to embrace their inner weirdness for a unique festival.

Eight school holiday ideas to keep the kids busy this spring

Drawn a blank when it comes to school holiday ideas? We've got you covered!

Whangārei band Basement give concert money to charity after friend's brain injury

The young musicians felt it was a worthy cause.

Ko Au: Malosi a unique fusion of dance, music and spoken word

The concept of Ko Au: Malosi is to show joy, strength and hope through dance.

Qantas keeps the faith in Warriors making the NRL grand final - with an out clause for fans

The airline is temporarily knocking down the price of fares across the Tasman.

International and local acts announced for Bay Dreams 2024

US rapper NLE Choppa will headline both Bay Dreams North and South.

Wander Waiheke's breathtaking trails, then dine in style – the ultimate island treat

Waiheke's hospitality takes any challenge head-on.

In pictures: Trucks, heat and hard mahi for Flaxmere students and staff

It was a long, hot 30 kilometres full of toots, waves and a cheering squad.

Kāpiti news in brief: Big macs no match for strong winds

Winds of over 100km/h bring down trees and more.

‘Still buzzing’: Hawke’s Bay band wins national title at 2023 Tangata Beats

The seven-strong band has only been playing together since May.