New Zealand'Colossus of a man': Business leader dies after Napier nightclub assaultA 21-year-old man appeared in court on Tuesday, as police consider more charges. 03 Feb 09:37 PM
New ZealandFamilies flock back to Outfield as Hawke’s Bay festival returns after breakCo-director Reuben Vergis says growing family crowds reflect the festival's ethos.03 Feb 09:36 PM
New ZealandA Moment In Crime podcast: Special investigation delves into life of alleged cancer fraudsterNicola Flint told friends she was dying of cancer. Police say she never had the disease.03 Feb 09:14 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Huge loss': Pushback at plan to close Hawke's Bay post branchesRaureka Masonic Village residents are preparing a petition.03 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandHomicide probe after man injured outside Napier nightclub diesAndy Winitana, 46, died in hospital today.03 Feb 08:03 AM
CrimeUnexplained death at Hawke’s Bay worksite sparks police investigationOfficers say how the person came to be there and how they died is unclear.03 Feb 03:48 AM
New ZealandHastings and Napier honour lives lost in 1931 earthquake, 95 years onIt's the first time no quake survivors have been present at the yearly Hastings service.03 Feb 02:24 AM
New ZealandWatch: Why training plane’s front wheel collapsed during emergency landing at Hawke’s Bay Airport'They tried to ease it on the nose wheel as much as possible, but obviously it gave way.'02 Feb 09:35 PM
New ZealandHow a dead phone on a night out sparked a smart new festival-charger startup'The idea came from a pretty ordinary but frustrating moment.'02 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessWine group collapse leaves creditors $12m out of pocketA licence deal lets Hawke's Bay Wine Company keep trading while assets are sold.02 Feb 04:26 AM
New ZealandDemolition starts on historic Hastings building for inner-city housingThe $2.5m Hastings project will mix housing, offices and new public space.02 Feb 12:50 AM
New ZealandHot weather for Hawke’s Bay’s big event monthDrawcards in February include fishing, rugby league and Art Deco.01 Feb 11:11 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay marks 95 years since deadly quake that reshaped its citiesThe 1931 Hawke's Bay quake killed 256 people and injured thousands.01 Feb 10:00 PM
New ZealandCan VR really teach people to drive safely? New Hawke’s Bay course testedThe 10-session VR course costs $150 and undercuts many in-car lessons.01 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandFrom fatal risks to 2am calls: Inside the life of Hawke’s Bay’s HarbourmasterAdrian Wright oversees safety on all Hawke's Bay waterways.31 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay summer photo win inspires 22yo to pursue photographyThis year’s contest drew more than 500 Hawke’s Bay summer photo entries.30 Jan 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Big change': Heavy rain and gale-force winds to hit early next weekDespite the storm, daytime highs will still reach the high 20s and low 30s.30 Jan 07:18 PM
New ZealandRare long‑tailed bat colony discovered in Hawke’s BayPekapeka-tou-roa, the long-tailed bat, is one of NZ's only two native land mammals.30 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It’s been one hell of a year': Family mourns 11yo daughter killed by drugged driver“Knowing our baby was taken from someone else’s hands is the hardest feeling ever.”30 Jan 03:30 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay roads hold up after deluge despite spike in potholesCrews were on standby through the heavy rain to tackle potholes and damage.30 Jan 02:30 AM
New ZealandPreserving sacrifice: Major upgrade for Hastings Hall of MemoriesWork starts this week and is expected to take about nine months to finish.30 Jan 12:00 AM
New ZealandThree injured in State Highway 2 crash near HastingsPolice say the road remains open with no significant traffic delays.29 Jan 09:48 PM
New ZealandHow to tell if that $50 in your wallet is fakePassing or holding forged notes can lead to up to 10 years in prison.29 Jan 06:37 PM
New ZealandCouncillor skips planning session at marae over te reo and faith concernsCouncillor Steve Gibson refused to attend because the hui was held at Waiohiki Marae.29 Jan 03:41 AM
New ZealandWeekend scorcher: Hawke's Bay heading for 30C+ and clear blue skiesMetService says Hawke's Bay can expect clear skies from Friday to Monday.29 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandArrest made over alleged Napier petrol station aggravated robberyOne youth has been charged over the incident that happened about 1.15am yesterday.29 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandShearing record-breaker and top UK farmer back in the BayMatt Smith is from Hawke's Bay, but represents England in the world shearing championship.29 Jan 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Money is just not part of the equation today': Volunteer dentists experience high demandThe two-week Tō Waha dental care initiative is free for adults with urgent dental pain. 28 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandArt Deco train tickets: Early bookings urged as Napier excursions returnAbout 2500 tickets have been available for the February 19-23 vintage train rides.28 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandDannevirke A&P Show promises traditional fun and affordable family day outUtes, cows, equestrian events and more at the 2026 Dannevirke A&P Show.28 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay winery falls into liquidation as wine festival calls last roundAbout 20,000 cases and 400,000 litres of wine will be sold by liquidators.28 Jan 03:14 AM
New ZealandSlip closes walking track at Maraetōtara Falls Loose soil, debris and an unstable tree mean the area remains high risk.28 Jan 03:11 AM
New ZealandConstruction starts on $28 million ward for Hawke’s Bay HospitalThe new ward is being built in sections and will have 28 beds.28 Jan 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessChris Roberts on private hospitals and publicly funded patientsChris Roberts speaks up for private hospitals in NZ's two-tier healthcare debate.27 Jan 08:00 PM
