New Zealand'Scary as hell': Council couldn't find way to stop hoarding before weekend inferno'I just knew that one day this would happen.'23 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay councils win gongs for cyclone recovery initiativesThree councils were together recognised for a ground-breaking high-risk properties buyout.15 Jun 10:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHis red-zoned home didn't flood – a broken election promise could hamper his fight to returnPeople who 'haven't been able to move on' are being hurt by Govt decision, advocate says.13 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandFrom motel owner to mayoral candidate: Steve Gibson vows to curb Hastings rate risesOne woman he visited in Hastings 'burst into tears' over how hard it was to pay.10 Jun 08:12 PM
New Zealand'An eerie feeling': The jetboater honoured for his daring rescues in Hawke's Bay floodsPhil Bayens rescued more than 100 people and their pets from flooded homes.07 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandMayor unapologetic in face of backlash at council's Māori ward videos'It’s no different to having rural wards,' the deputy mayor says to the camera.06 Jun 12:00 AM
New ZealandHastings District Council's Māori ward social media videosHastings Deputy Mayor Tania Kerr and Takitimu Māori ward councilor Ana Apatu talking about Māori wards. Video / Hastings District CouncilWatch06 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Distasteful': Last-ditch legal bid to stop crematorium beside supermarketA crematorium in the middle of the village is a burning issue for some in Havelock North.02 Jun 11:24 PM
New ZealandStaffing costs at Hawke’s Bay councils - are they reasonable?Economist Brad Olsen says there's a tendency to “vilify” the spending. 22 May 11:05 PM
New ZealandBudget: Hawke's Bay and Gisborne get $219m to fix Cyclone Gabrielle-hit roadsThe Government has announced a $219 million boost for Cyclone Gabrielle recovery.22 May 04:09 AM
New Zealand'Rewarding journey': Long-serving Hastings councillor steps downHastings councillor Malcolm Dixon retires after 12 years to spend more time with family.22 May 02:28 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWinners and losers: Panel recommends new Hawke's Bay housing projects, casts others asideHousing growth is a hot topic around Napier-Hastings. An independent panel has weighed in.20 May 06:25 PM
New ZealandVandal chops down nīkau tree at heart of public picnic artwork in HaumoanaArtist Josh Lancaster designed the table as a place for nature and humanity to co-exist.15 May 02:58 AM
New Zealand'Unique opportunity': $2.5m development for inner-city living in HastingsThe project includes housing, commercial spaces, and a public car park.14 May 02:17 AM
New Zealand'Scary and exciting': Deputy Mayor steps down after long tenure'I'll be able to spend my evenings talking to my husband instead of reading papers.'12 May 02:13 AM
New Zealand'Stifling microbusinesses': Seymour backs watercress seller facing $600 fee'Never thought he would support someone like me,' Jake says as Seymour takes up his case.09 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandSecond council pulls out of Hawke’s Bay climate committee'It did not involve a visit to Wairoa, that we are aware of.'05 May 10:28 PM
New ZealandWhy Eileen Lawson is leaving her council role to focus on healthLawson was elected in a 2018 byelection for Hastings/Havelock North.02 May 02:00 AM
New ZealandThe cause of the milky stream at Guthrie Park 'The repair was completed on Monday afternoon by a Hastings council contractor.'29 Apr 03:51 AM
New ZealandOn the Up: Dozens come together to preserve a region's history, one click at a time'Sometimes we just need to stop a little bit and learn from the past.'28 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandResidents protest at rates on cyclone-affected landsWairoa residents see property values halved, yet face higher rates.19 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Lower Kingsgate Reserve reopens after repairs from Cyclone GabrielleFive footbridges were repaired, and a culvert was replaced during restoration.16 Apr 12:00 AM
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 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
New ZealandKererū Gorge culvert rebuild progress from July 2024 to Mar 2025The Kererū Gorge culvert official reopening will be celebrated with a community event on April 17, 2025. Video / Hastings District CouncilWatch27 Mar 02:09 AM
New ZealandHastings CBD railway plan: Business says it's time to bring cars backThe total cost of the project will be $3.45m, with $2.8m paid by the council.26 Mar 11:25 PM
New ZealandVillage evolution: Centre of Havelock North's future to be decidedCouncil wants to know how to grow Havelock North, while keeping its 'unique character'.21 Mar 01:23 AM
New ZealandCar wreck left on Havelock North hill for months: ‘Someone will get squashed’The hatchback came off the road coming down the peak on December 20, 2024.20 Mar 02:12 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay bar owner calls council plans for earlier closing times ‘crazy’Chris Sullivan says it’s bar operators who have to change, not opening hours.18 Mar 10:44 PM
New Zealand‘We all had a ball’: Close to 5000 people taste the best meatballs in HastingsAround 4500 to 5000 people attended the inaugural Hastings event.17 Mar 08:25 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow to keep NZ water park afloat: ‘Your customers get a bit bored’Hanmer Springs has turned profits for 25 years, while Splash Planet leaks ratepayer cash.14 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandFlaxmere gym to close amid Hastings Council budget cuts A petition with 137 signatures urges the council to keep the gym open.06 Mar 11:34 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 Zealand‘Hidden and quiet’: The libraries raising eyebrows for their internet search historiesHastings District libraries reveals the top 10 sites searched-for and blocked.22 Feb 04:00 PM
