PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCourt fight over: Multimillion-dollar film studio in Hawke's Bay given the go-aheadA film studio's backers were preparing to walk away, but mediation proved successful.19 Feb 09:00 AM
New Zealand'The aroha, the manaaki, and the wairua': Thousands turn out to commemorate Cyclone Gabrielle in Hawke's BayEmotions and community spirit were strong as people from all over came together.14 Feb 03:50 AM
New ZealandHow we're remembering the anniversary of the cycloneCommemorations in Hawke's Bay honour those who lost loved ones and livelihoods.13 Feb 11:13 PM
New Zealand'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.13 Feb 01:49 AM
New ZealandCelebrating volunteers a year after Cyclone Gabrielle's devastationIt was a big day out at the showgrounds.12 Feb 05:10 AM
New ZealandBeachfront property at risk of eroding into the sea sells at auctionA buyer has bought the Haumoana property which boast spectacular views - with a catch.09 Feb 01:08 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay Commemorations for 1931 earthquakeCommemorations were held across Napier and Hastings for the 1931 earthquake.03 Feb 10:44 PM
New ZealandHastings mayor focused on finishing voluntary buy-out processSandra Hazlehurst helped unveil $400,000 refurbishment of historic Keirunga Homestead.02 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandHastings district councillor resigns after Parkinson’s diagnosisThere will be a byelection in about three months' time to fill the seat.02 Feb 12:10 AM
New Zealand'Flawed and unfair': Plan to make cyclone-hit homeowners pay for demolition hits hurdleThe plan would save the council $2 million but has been met with fierce criticism.01 Feb 03:11 AM
OpinionTalking Point: Hawke’s Bay councils need to leave ‘no stone unturned’ to find savingsOpinion: 2024 is shaping as the year of big rates rises in Hawke's Bay - here's why.31 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandWoolworths has no proposal for supermarket in FlaxmereWho's in the running to replace Flaxmere's New World?23 Jan 01:03 AM
New Zealand'Sinking feeling in my puku': Last development on protected side of Te Mata PeakHastings District Council prohibited the development of land in this area in 2022.22 Jan 01:25 AM
New Zealand‘Where are we going to go?’: Residents vow to fight decision to close only supermarket in townA petition against Foodstuffs' shock decision already has more than 1000 signatures.18 Jan 08:47 PM
New Zealand‘Extreme effort to keep it going’: 100 new stables boost 2024 Horse of the YearHorse of the Year has been cancelled three years in a row - this year will be special.17 Jan 01:16 AM
New ZealandHastings Library at risk in big earthquakes; council opts to keep it openThe building is not at any immediate risk in smaller earthquakes.15 Jan 02:08 AM
New ZealandMural brightening up Hastings to Havelock North commute is award-winnerThe mural is catching the eye of thousands of motorists each week along Havelock Rd.13 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay news in brief: Man arrested after callous Napier roadside attackA 25-year-old charged following an attack on Napier’s Latham St on Wednesday.12 Jan 01:38 AM
New ZealandRemembering Denis Hancock: 'He gifted our wider community by being himself'There was a big turnout for the funeral of the push-biking, rubbish-collecting legend.12 Jan 01:38 AM
New Zealand'Some people at my age would put their slippers on', New Year honour's recipient saysAnthony Gray, 71, has been recognised for service to accounting and Māori business.29 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHastings District Council nearly $400m in debt as cyclone costs compoundAll Hawke’s Bay councils are expected to set high rates increases in coming years.28 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandCan I go to... Puketapu Park in Hawke’s Bay?One of Hawke's Bay's hidden gems is open again in time for the holidays.25 Dec 09:29 PM
New Zealand'Inspiring' demoltion process in HastingsMaterials will be reused in Hawke's Bay and Tonga.23 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWater restrictions in a near record-wet year: 'We need to rethink our approach'Napier, Hastings and Waimārama are now under water restrictions - is this the future?22 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Fight's over now': Man won't unblock road even if council pays up $200k-plus demandEru Smith said he has now given up fighting the council over the use of his land.21 Dec 05:55 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: First two homeowners accept buyout offersAcross Napier and Hastings, 147 properties were too unsafe to live in.20 Dec 10:22 PM
New ZealandBlocked by rocks: Landowner wants $200,000 to reopen beachfront driveEru Smith says he's tired of negotiating with council and took matters into his own hands.20 Dec 04:22 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHastings Golf Club wins hosting rights for NZ PGA ChampionshipsPlans are now under way to have the NZ PGA reinstated to the Australasian Tour.18 Dec 04:30 AM
Letters to the EditorLetters: MyWay deserves financial supportThe latest letters to the editor on MyWay, a roadblock, and a CHB dam.17 Dec 10:32 PM
New ZealandIwi boss installs boulders to block vehicle access to beachBayden Barber says children are being 'run off the beach by vehicles'.11 Dec 01:45 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHastings mayor and high-profile councillor go toe-to-toe as rift deepensHastings mayor Sandra Hazlehurst and councillor Damon Harvey are increasingly at odds.08 Dec 01:55 AM
New ZealandHastings' $70k rebrand defended: 'We could go back to being the dull place we were a decade ago'Councillor and marketer says the spending is a "tough balance" after the cyclone.28 Nov 04:30 AM
New Zealand'Fool's paradise': Why residents want vehicles off a famous Kiwi beach'There’s a culture now ... the noise, the mess - awful, awful, awful.'23 Nov 01:53 AM
New ZealandFlash Planet? Revamped Hastings icon Splash Planet to open on MondayA fair bit of water will greet guests of Splash Planet on Monday.18 Nov 11:49 PM
