New ZealandPraise for restaurant's response after former deputy mayor dies at family dinnerHis family say he will leave a legacy of kindness, and he was surrounded by it to the end.18 Jul 07:18 PM
New ZealandThe 2.2% dream: What we would need to sacrifice to get the lowest rate rise in NZThe biggest battleground at Hawke’s Bay’s local elections will be rates.18 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandOldest living All Black's longevity advice: 'Keep fit, or you’ll lose it all'His record with the All Blacks will forever remain a 100% win rate.18 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Forever 11': Young cyclist killed by intoxicated driver who was angry at boyfriend17 Jul 11:43 PM
PremiumBusinessStock Takes: The unusual way an NZX-listed company found out its major shareholder was selling up17 Jul 09:00 PM
New ZealandFamily ties as Joe Helmore art features in HB auctionArtist follows in his grandmother's footsteps to craft a piece for Bay wine auction.17 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandMotorist dies after four crashes in 40 minutes in Hawke's BaySome roads remained blocked.17 Jul 06:02 AM
New Zealand'We have you surrounded': Police stood down after Hawke's Bay stand-off, search continuesA police officer could be heard speaking over a loudspeaker at the scene.17 Jul 04:06 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIn the palm of his hand – the rise of a third top NZ men's shotputterYou know Tom Walsh and Jacko Gill, but a third Kiwi could join them at the world champs.16 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'I feel aggrieved': 92-year-old online shopper's warning after supermarket meat purchaseA butcher says just 65% of the meat Godfrey Rodgers received would be edible if cooked.16 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandHow new speed limits are making Hastings schools saferThe changes are part of Hastings' early rollout of lower speed limits.16 Jul 03:49 AM
New ZealandFour crashes in Hawke’s Bay send four to hospital Two of the people injured were in a serious condition.15 Jul 11:58 PM
New ZealandOne month of new $824m highway: No crashes, no potholes, no complaints'The new highway has changed every aspect of our lives.'15 Jul 08:54 PM
New ZealandNapier City Rovers face crucial match in bid for top-tier footballTwo football teams with contrasting ambitions are set to battle at Bluewater Stadium.15 Jul 05:00 PM
CrimePolice arrest 19 Hells Angels members, 72 charges laidThe Whanganui chapter's president and vice-president are among those arrested.15 Jul 03:26 AM
New Zealand'Totally unacceptable': Cannabis cake taken to shared lunch at Hawke’s Bay HospitalHealth Minister Simeon Brown confirmed police are investigating the incident.15 Jul 01:16 AM
New ZealandDavcon's Hastings home earns top honours at Central North Island awardsDavcon, Inspired Projects and Landmark Homes Hawke's Bay win at Master Builders Awards.15 Jul 12:29 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIndependence day for EITRegional governance returns to 10 polytechnics on January 1, 2026.15 Jul 12:24 AM
New Zealand'May as well make it a big one': Kiwi Olympians off on epic 4500km African charity rideTheir journey starts in Uganda and ends in Zimbabwe, crossing five countries.14 Jul 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFirst XV rugby: Palmerston North lead Super 8; Rathkeale dominatePalmerston North defeated St John's 34-0, leading the Super 8 by four points.14 Jul 03:49 AM
New ZealandHastings drinking water and waste water upgrades continueHastings has grown faster than expected in recent years. 13 Jul 10:13 PM
New ZealandNew health cadetship is opening doors for Wairoa job seekers The paid scheme creates employment pathways where job growth has weakened. 13 Jul 06:00 PM
KahuLife in the balance: What it's like to be young on a transplant waitlistPaul was tested at 20 and told to go live her life - before she developed kidney disease.12 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe great 'goat menace' of 1949“The day will come when goats will be declared a pest..." said Mr. H. Worsnop.12 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSteve Braunias asks Polkinghorne if the eye surgeon killed his wifeSteve Braunias called the Polkinghorne murder trial "the apex of a very long career".11 Jul 11:31 PM
New ZealandGreen light for fires on Napier beaches after council quietly revokes bylawIt's open season for some winter marshmallow toasting.11 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandSt John defends decision not to send ambulance to toddler who broke jaw in fall'When we went to open her mouth, the whole thing was like a flap.'11 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandTransforming waste into eco-friendly fruit traysHawk's trays are used by NZ & Australian producers to export apples and avocados globally.11 Jul 05:00 PM
