New Zealand16yo accepted as volunteer firefighter, puts out his first flames alongside dadIt’s rare to be accepted at just 16, but Tyler Parkinson's waited his whole life for this.10 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFirst XV wrap: Scoreboard drama as Sacred Heart clinch last-gasp victoryPalmerston North edged Hamilton 21-19, their first win since 2011.09 Jun 10:01 PM
Kahu‘I didn’t want him to go’: Father of teen stabbed to death at party regrets their final fightPolice have not made any arrests despite 50 people attending the party.09 Jun 09:32 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay’s new rescue chopper: Hangar upgrades, equipment could cost over $1mHawke’s Bay’s brand new rescue helicopter is set for arrival in September 2026.09 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandOn the Up: An ode to the crews keeping the lights on through our worst weatherWhen you think ‘I’m glad I’m not at work’, that's when Hamish Weir is at his busiest.09 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: If you want to crack down on fly-tipping, consider making the dump cheaperOPINION: It's a blemish on NZ's clean, green image and it's high time something was done.09 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandSam Carter wins Hawke's Bay Young Grower titleCarter's keen for others to give horticulture a go: “Once you try it, you can get hooked”.09 Jun 04:17 AM
New ZealandWhy Hawke's Bay households will pay more for water by 2026Separate water bills will replace current rates bills.09 Jun 02:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand2.2 million gone: Sheep numbers almost half what they once were in Hawke's Bay'It’s looking like it’s going to become an industry that is not sustainable.'08 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHastings Boys' High score 35 unanswered points to come back to beat arch-rivalsNapier Boys' High School were up 17-0 after 15 minutes.08 Jun 12:01 AM
PremiumPremiumCrimeStream of accusations continue for ex-Marist Brother teacher'He must realise he’s booked a one-way ticket to hell,' says the latest man to speak out.07 Jun 09:51 PM
New Zealand'An eerie feeling': The jetboater honoured for his daring rescues in Hawke's Bay floodsPhil Bayens rescued more than 100 people and their pets from flooded homes.07 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay architecture shines at Te Kāhui Whaihanga awards Sustainability and resilience were key themes in this year's architectural awards.06 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandA leaking 'taonga': $15k grant to help save school poolChildren have been learning to swim in the Clive School pool for more than 76 years.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'In disbelief': Latest Lotto millionaire bought his ticket minutes before the drawIf he hadn’t seen the Lotto sign advertising the jackpot, he would have forgotten.06 Jun 12:25 AM
New ZealandHastings District Council's Māori ward social media videosHastings Deputy Mayor Tania Kerr and Takitimu Māori ward councilor Ana Apatu talking about Māori wards. Video / Hastings District CouncilWatch06 Jun 12:00 AM
New ZealandMayor unapologetic in face of backlash at council's Māori ward videos'It’s no different to having rural wards,' the deputy mayor says to the camera.06 Jun 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Both sides will be hurting’: The build-up to Hawke’s Bay’s biggest school rugby gameJason Shoemark didn't experience school rugby hype, but he knows what this weekend means.05 Jun 08:44 PM
New ZealandFar North residents fear logging slash threatens roads amid bad weatherA Far North couple have fears logging slash will threaten roads as winter nears.05 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandBalancing the books: Gisborne councillors debate fairness of new water regulation levyCouncillors opted to absorb costs from the existing water services budget.05 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandDead teen's father's plea for truth; claims threats hinder justiceSocial media campaign launched in bid to find justice for slain 15yo Kaea Karauria.05 Jun 04:00 AM
New ZealandRising concerns: Heavy rain and wind cause road closure, river surgeHawke's Bay Regional Council warned of a water surge in the Ngaruroro River.05 Jun 02:13 AM
New ZealandCouncillor: If your name’s on illegally dumped rubbish, a fine could be coming your way'This is exactly the kind of smart, enforceable change our communities need.'04 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Really cold temperatures': Wet, windy start to winter for Hawke’s Bay'Break out the gloves and beanies:' Weekend set to chill the Bay.04 Jun 12:37 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Unjustifiable': Dyslexic children to lose 109 specialist teachers after Budget cut'For those with severe difficulties reading or writing, there’s nothing to replace them.'03 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOn The Up: 'A hard thing to pull off' – the argument that made three teens national champsHawke's Bay won the secondary school debating champs for the first time in 37 years.03 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandLiteracy service axed in Budget 2025, leaving 109 specialists joblessEducators describe the decision as “unjustifiable,” fearing negative impacts on students with complex literacy challenges. Video / Rafaella MeloWatch03 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWaipawa chef with global experience chooses Elephant Hill for his next menuConor Mertens has cooked in Michelin-starred restaurants in Tokyo.03 Jun 05:45 PM
New ZealandWatch: Fly-through provides first glimpse of Hawke’s Bay Expressway four-lane planConstruction is expected to begin in late 2025, subject to funding and consents.03 Jun 04:16 AM
New Zealand'Distasteful': Last-ditch legal bid to stop crematorium beside supermarketA crematorium in the middle of the village is a burning issue for some in Havelock North.02 Jun 11:24 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Scots College rugby default raises serious concernsOPINION: St Peter's Cambridge seek first Central North Island title since 2020.02 Jun 06:01 PM
New Zealand'We are really rapt': Napier shelter secures $115k for pilot launchA fundraising movie night and auction raised over $13,000 last month.02 Jun 03:00 AM
New Zealand'Most beautiful display': Locals marvel at southern lights spectacleThe Aurora Australis lit up Aotearoa's skies with orange, red and purple hues.01 Jun 11:47 PM
LifestyleJacinda Ardern’s memoir and the untold stories from her time as Prime MinisterA Different Kind of Power tells the personal challenges behind her public, political face.01 Jun 07:43 PM
