New Zealand‘At this rate, we will reach capacity’: Water-restriction head-scratcher in Napier and Hastings'We have a culture of believing the aquifer is limitless,' Napier Mayor Kirsten Wise says.06 Dec 04:08 AM
New ZealandAwatoto and Te Awanga littered with rubbish, locals call for more binsCoastal rubbish piles frustrate locals and fishermen.28 Nov 01:38 AM
New ZealandNeil Kirton: Hawke's Bay councils 'gamble' on urban developmentOPINION: Napier's vote is 'akin to a high-stakes game of poker'.21 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandShould over 65s get free parking? Petition presented to Hastings councilHastings council to consider free parking for Super Gold cardholders after one man's push.20 Nov 09:09 PM
New ZealandCouncils say buyouts of homes destroyed during Cyclone Gabrielle almost completedMore than 300 properties across Hastings and Napier were deemed Category 3.12 Nov 09:16 PM
New Zealand'If it's yellow, let it mellow': Advice as water restrictions arrive in Hawke's BayCouncils have imposed restrictions to help conserve water due to dry weather.10 Nov 11:54 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Really sad': Couple's last-ditch attempt to save beloved pool with $38k of their own money failsA Hastings couple offered almost $40k to save the pool. The council said thanks, but no.10 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandRoaming dogs on a cat-killing spree: 'Something has to be done'Pet owners might soon 'start to take matters into their own hands', a resident says.08 Nov 01:08 AM
New ZealandThe last house on the street: Cyclone survivors who didn’t take buyout stuck as looters loomMike and Sue Brown say they have to stay 'forever' now, even as looters keep circling.31 Oct 10:18 PM
New ZealandPākōwhai Memorial Hall restored for $300k – only to find out it may have to moveThe cyclone-battered community hall may now have to make way for flood protection.22 Oct 02:56 AM
New ZealandStill standing after 100 years: Celebrating Tutira's hallThe heart of the Tutira community gears up for a special birthday this November.07 Oct 09:04 PM
New ZealandLeaders work towards ensuring region 'fit' to handle projected expansionThe region's population will grow – housing, roading and infrastructure are the priority.01 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionLess power for councils, more for builders: report recommends change'Current system is suboptimal in terms of its consistency, responsiveness.' - David Kelly28 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandDinosaurs Unleashed: Free exhibition roars into Hastings librariesThere is plenty to entertain the kids these school holidays in Hawke's Bay.26 Sep 11:00 PM
New ZealandInclusive or undemocratic? Council gives youth decision-making powersOne councillor said the move 'breaches the very basis of our democracy'.26 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Hide point': Hastings alleyway closing due to anti-social, criminal activityAlleyway provided offenders a link for 'decamping from police'.26 Sep 05:32 AM
New Zealand'Very sad': Hastings pool to remain shut for summer and likely never reopenFrimley Pool will likely never reopen after serving the Hastings community for 57 years.19 Sep 05:10 AM
New Zealand'Part of the old network': Road damaged as Hastings water main burstsRepairs are under way to return water to homes.16 Sep 09:52 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA question of safety in Oak Ave: 'I just see the tree and I just want to cut it down'Peleti Oli's brother died when an SUV hit a tree in 2021.02 Sep 06:21 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDamon Harvey: Hastings council debt spirals: $711 million forecast by 2030OPINION: The district council is spending more on daily operations than it takes in.30 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Amalgamation by stealth': Regional deals could reopen Hawke's Bay debateHawke's Bay wants a regional deal with the Govt, but is it "amalgamation by stealth"?24 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandFirefighter's warning after acid spill shuts down Hastings road for hoursA 5-litre container of muriatic acid fell off the back of a vehicle and on to the road.22 Aug 08:48 PM
New Zealand'Caused so much stress': The big orange bus and its big parking problem'I can’t get around how the vehicle is deemed abandoned when I’m right here.'22 Aug 02:00 AM
New ZealandFrom clearing cyclone-hit homes to rescue missions: Hastings Civic Honours winnersOne voluntary group has so far cleaned up 150 silt-ridden homes and properties.19 Aug 03:20 AM
New ZealandCouncil’s new $73,000 parking warden car technology yet to issue a fine'Systems issues' with new technology have given parkers pushing the boundaries a reprieve.15 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandHistoric connections to Hawke's Bay showgrounds honoured in grandstand demolition processThe deconstruction of the Tōmoana Showgrounds grandstand is complete.14 Aug 10:52 PM
New ZealandMilitary flag featuring battle honours returned in final public outingMilitary flag repaired and returned to Hastings District Council.08 Aug 10:17 PM
New ZealandUrgent coastal protection work needed in Hawke’s Bay - reportReport has been 10 years in the making.08 Aug 07:38 PM
New ZealandNo plans to trial chemical additives in Hastings to stop hot water cylinder failuresA report last year recommended adding chemicals to water to neutralise the issue.06 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHastings council signs agreement to sell land for new Flaxmere supermarketSupermarket giants deny involvement with the site.02 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandKeirunga Park Railway expects to reopen after bridge damage, cause unknownHastings District Council said the cause of the damage had not been determined.23 Jul 12:56 AM
KahuWairoa mayor continues call for regional council apology over floodAs the cleanup continues, some residents face an uncertain future.22 Jul 06:50 PM
New ZealandPopular miniature railway unable to open after lawnmower incidentA large mower operated by a council contractor damaged a bridge support.20 Jul 10:14 PM
New ZealandThe fine-sweeper: Hastings’ new warden on wheels armed with $73k of technologyMobile Licence Plate Recognition technology implemented to lower parking warden abuse.18 Jul 04:06 AM
