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'I've lost everything': Drag queen reading group cancels NZ tour after protests
Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki described the cancellation as a 'victory'.
'Best practice': Hastings mayor stands by noise restrictions after closure of bar's outdoor stage
The 50-decibel limit has been called into question, but similar policies exist around NZ.
'It is no more': Outdoor music venue mothballed after noise complaint from new hotel
The hotel doesn't want the stage to be shut but the bar owner says he now has no choice.
Half of cyclone-wrecked Hawke's Bay properties now bought out or close to it
Across Hastings and Napier, 167 properties are in Category 3 and eligible for a buyout.
Hastings facing one of highest rates rises in country - council could hit $700m debt
Council's 'challenging' draft Long Term Plan could include closing Frimley Pool.
Hastings council fined after 200 cubic metres of wastewater spills onto highway
Court told Hastings council has had 25 other breaches since 2019.
Climate vs fluoridation: A tale of two protests in the same city at the same time
It was set to be a fascinating case study. But illness meant it wasn't a fair fight.
‘We simply cannot afford to’: Leaders desperate for cyclone-damaged road and bridge fixes
WIthout help it could take decades to restore the economy as well as years of rates hikes.
Fluoride to be reintroduced to Hastings’ water after eight years
Council stopped adding fluoride to allow for chlorine.
Ratepayers' bill: Winery owner, pastor, IronMāori founder in running for costly byelections
Byelection battles are shaping up in Hastings district, at a further cost to ratepayers.
'Hard to stomach': Rainbow Storytime event in Hastings cancelled
An event in Rotorua was cancelled and another in Gisborne drew heated criticism.
Delays to two huge Hawke's Bay solar farm projects, but developers say bright future ahead
A solar farm in Central Hawke's Bay and one near Hawke's Bay Airport both face delays.
Cyclone-smashed community's bridge re-opens to light traffic after damage
Temporary bridge partially re-opens.
Hawke’s Bay in brief: Four leap-day babies for Hawke’s Bay
Hawke's Bay Hospital had four leap-day babies born.
‘A bit aggressive’: Fed-up Pakowhai Rd residents discussed creating roadblock
You might have seen the protest signs. What you might not know is the original intent.
'It’s the history of Hawke’s Bay': Knowledge Bank faces stormy financial forecast
Two Knowledge Bank board members have resigned amid financial concerns.
Court fight over: Multimillion-dollar film studio in Hawke's Bay given the go-ahead
A film studio's backers were preparing to walk away, but mediation proved successful.
'The aroha, the manaaki, and the wairua': Thousands turn out to commemorate Cyclone Gabrielle in Hawke's Bay
Emotions and community spirit were strong as people from all over came together.
How we're remembering the anniversary of the cyclone
Commemorations in Hawke's Bay honour those who lost loved ones and livelihoods.
'Pull out all the stops': Reduced rates to get new Flaxmere supermarket?
'Trade-offs' may have to be offered to get deal across the line.
Celebrating volunteers a year after Cyclone Gabrielle's devastation
It was a big day out at the showgrounds.
Beachfront property at risk of eroding into the sea sells at auction
A buyer has bought the Haumoana property which boast spectacular views - with a catch.
Hawke's Bay Commemorations for 1931 earthquake
Commemorations were held across Napier and Hastings for the 1931 earthquake.
Hastings mayor focused on finishing voluntary buy-out process
Sandra Hazlehurst helped unveil $400,000 refurbishment of historic Keirunga Homestead.
Hastings district councillor resigns after Parkinson’s diagnosis
There will be a byelection in about three months' time to fill the seat.
'Flawed and unfair': Plan to make cyclone-hit homeowners pay for demolition hits hurdle
The plan would save the council $2 million but has been met with fierce criticism.
Talking Point: Hawke’s Bay councils need to leave ‘no stone unturned’ to find savings
Opinion: 2024 is shaping as the year of big rates rises in Hawke's Bay - here's why.
Woolworths has no proposal for supermarket in Flaxmere
Who's in the running to replace Flaxmere's New World?
'Sinking feeling in my puku': Last development on protected side of Te Mata Peak
Hastings District Council prohibited the development of land in this area in 2022.
‘Where are we going to go?’: Residents vow to fight decision to close only supermarket in town
A petition against Foodstuffs' shock decision already has more than 1000 signatures.
‘Extreme effort to keep it going’: 100 new stables boost 2024 Horse of the Year
Horse of the Year has been cancelled three years in a row - this year will be special.
Hastings Library at risk in big earthquakes; council opts to keep it open
The building is not at any immediate risk in smaller earthquakes.
Mural brightening up Hastings to Havelock North commute is award-winner
The mural is catching the eye of thousands of motorists each week along Havelock Rd.