New Zealand‘We need to talk about the rise in code browns’: Pool educates public after 20 closuresEach incident means a pool shutdown, heavy cleaning costs and disappointed swimmers.28 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Behaviour has crossed the line’: Home security allowance for councillorsSome councillors will be able to access allowances of up to $5500 to improve security.28 Nov 02:02 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay Christmas Cheer appeal: Which items are of 'particular need' this yearDonations will be accepted until December 23 across Napier and Hastings.26 Nov 11:27 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe new 'bomb squad': What to make of Govt's regional council plan?OPINION: 'Your regional councillors are for the scrap heap. Dead folk walking.'25 Nov 09:22 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandReport supports push to make Brookfields Bridge between Napier and Hastings two lanesPlanning for a $35m-plus bridge is under way and a report supports it being two lanes.25 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandSikh temple project gets consent extension after delaysDelays were linked to Covid and Cyclone Gabrielle.24 Nov 12:39 AM
New ZealandHB’s two biggest wastewater plants to undergo $60m-plus outfall pipe worksThe big-money projects to send treated wastewater to sea will likely begin next year.19 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I have faith': Ex-police officers urge trust in the force after McSkimming scandalTwo former police officers turned councillors are urging the public to trust in the badge.16 Nov 11:35 PM
New ZealandGlobal gold for Hastings water project The Hastings project beat entries from cities including Toronto and Stockholm.09 Nov 09:53 PM
New ZealandHastings gears up for food and wine street partyTwenty-five Hawke’s Bay wineries and brewers will serve alongside live music.07 Nov 01:48 AM
New ZealandWaiohiki Bridge build could start by the end of 2026Councils seek the preferred alignment option for the bridge between Taradale and Waiohiki.05 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandLarge service station development planned on some of NZ's best growing land'This proposal is a non-complying activity, which means it must meet a very high bar.'05 Nov 02:14 AM
New ZealandIdeas for the Hastings showgrounds are being sought – and Pandaland will be one submission'We're asking our community to shape the future, but there are some clear boundaries.'03 Nov 11:14 PM
New ZealandHalloween night at Splash Planet shows Hastings attraction can be used outside of summer - managerAll 2000 Spooky Planet tickets sold out 10 days before gates opened.03 Nov 03:15 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay's massive long weekend: Six60 tickets almost gone, A&P show expects 15,000It's one of Hawke's Bay's biggest events weekends of the year, and the buzz has arrived.20 Oct 11:01 PM
New ZealandDeputy mayors chosen, last Hawke's Bay councillor wins by 8 votesElected mayors have chosen their deputies to serve alongside them.19 Oct 10:17 PM
New ZealandFinal results show big increase in voter turnout in Hawke's Bay, council makeups confirmedVoter turnout rose significantly during the 2025 local elections in Hawke’s Bay.17 Oct 01:57 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWaimārama Beach: New gate to be installed as vehicle ban saga drags onThe gate won't be locked or enforced, but is aimed at discouraging vehicles on the beach.15 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTwo friends separated by less than 30 votes, as four Bay council seats go to the wireWith just special votes to be added, four council seats in Hawke's Bay are cliffhangers.15 Oct 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Grateful and proud': Henare O’Keefe back serving Flaxmere communityO’Keefe returns to the council table after stepping down for personal reasons.13 Oct 11:22 PM
New ZealandWendy Schollum the new Hastings Mayor as last-minute voters extend her leadThe late swing went the way of Schollum, rather than nearest rival Marcus Buddo.12 Oct 11:35 PM
New ZealandHastings mayoral front-runner Schollum 'cautiously optimistic' on resultRival Marcus Buddo trails by 324 votes as final results await.11 Oct 11:13 PM
New ZealandVoting venues open to the last minute, ready for high noon on SaturdayMore than 50 venues across Hawke’s Bay and Tararua are accepting votes up to the deadline.09 Oct 03:03 AM
New ZealandCouncil land used by Scouts and potters up for saleThe 2300sq m Bennelong Place site is zoned for medium density housing.08 Oct 01:14 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke's Bay voting rates well up on last local elections – so farVoter turnouts could be the highest in years – potentially driven by ward referendums.07 Oct 11:47 PM
New ZealandHastings bars to close an hour earlier than NapierAnd supermarkets in Hastings can now sell alcohol only between 9am and 9pm.06 Oct 02:42 AM
New ZealandInside Mayor School: Where new leaders learn how to run a councilFour new Hawke’s Bay mayors could head to ‘Mayor School’ after election.02 Oct 11:16 PM
New Zealand'Serious risk to parks': Council warns over rise in e-motorbike usePolice urge the public to report unsafe riding but not to put themselves at risk.29 Sep 10:04 PM
New ZealandHastings records lowest voter turnout in Hawke’s Bay local elections so farWairoa leads the way on 23.7%, tripling Hastings' early response rate.26 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandCalls grow for reprint after voting papers error in Hastings electionThe booklet skipped from page 12 to 29, cutting out some wards.25 Sep 02:09 AM
New ZealandCyclone-hit culvert rebuilt with fish ladder and repurposed materialCyclone Gabrielle destroyed the culvert that was rebuilt using fish ladder innovation. 22 Sep 03:55 AM
New ZealandBlossom Festival draws 22,000 for Hastings paradeAbout 22,000 people filled Hastings’ streets for the 2025 Blossom Parade.21 Sep 10:53 PM
New Zealand'Poignant and powerful': Māori Queen at Hastings festival launch'Her support ... anchors Toitū Te Reo as a movement of enduring significance.'17 Sep 12:32 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay’s new $23 million museum storage and research centre completedThe storage and research centre in Hastings will complement Napier's MTG museum.09 Sep 04:20 AM
