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Tararua mayor set to be challenged for top spot by a councillor
Tracey Collis is facing a challenge for the top position from Scott Gilmore.
Awapuni relaunch could see Group 1 bonuses next season
The Palmerston North turf track took 19 months and $5.7million to refurbish.
Anzac Day commemorations: Your guide to the services planned for Hawke's Bay
More than 30 Anzac Day services will be held across Hawke’s Bay this Friday.
Cop charged with Good Friday drink-driving-related offence
The officer is on leave and has had their driver’s licence suspended for 28 days.
'Remarkable courage': Hawke's Bay priests honour Pope Francis
'He was a man that was really keen on dying with his boots on and that’s what he did.'
'Horrific': 11yo cyclist injured after bottles thrown at race near Hastings
The occupants of a black Ford Ranger ute were seen throwing bottles from their vehicle.
'A lot brighter': Job programme offers hope for young workers
He joined a programme helping young people aged 18 to 24 find work.
Collision of 'two different worlds': Cultural centre's ambitious Māori-Indian show
The show blends Indian dance and te ao Māori storytelling, featuring sacred water themes.
Hundred new Kāinga Ora homes built in Napier in the past year
Out of motels into homes: Kainga Ora statistics changing lives.
Residents protest at rates on cyclone-affected lands
Wairoa residents see property values halved, yet face higher rates.
Homeowner's 'worst nightmare': Woman's face cut, thought she would die in knifepoint burglary
The man heard the woman sold her car for $1000 and believed she'd have cash in the house.
Steven Joyce: NZ must rethink funding for hospital infrastructure
OPINION: Private investors should be invited to build more of our health facilities.
Funds crisis for all-weather athletics track in Hastings
Supposed to be laid about every 10 years, now 17 years and waiting for Hastinga track
'You either meet the standards or you don't': Driver educators urge balance in licence reform
Chris Bishop announced changes hoped to make getting a full licence easier and quicker.
Job cuts at pet food giant Ziwi, including Hawke's Bay
'It is a good bunch of people – that is the sad thing.'
Hawke's Bay Easter plans disrupted with wet and warm weather
"Napier and Hastings will be reaching up into the 25C to 26C," but rain is expected.
How a new stopbank will protect Waiohiki from future floods
The new stopbank will run from Redclyffe Bridge to Napier Golf Course.
Fatal truck crash closes State Highway 2, multiple injuries
Motorists should avoid the area and expect delays.
On The Up: Lower Kingsgate Reserve reopens after repairs from Cyclone Gabrielle
Five footbridges were repaired, and a culvert was replaced during restoration.
Why this Hawke’s Bay gas seep is sparking global scientific interest
Samples help study geological processes along the Hikurangi subduction zone.
Inside Xero co-founder’s four-year battle to build $50m golf course
Hamish Edwards can finally build his dream golf course in Ōhau after a four-year delay.
On the Up: The young builder from Flaxmere aiming for national glory
Goulton will compete in the national in Hamilton for the Ken Read Trophy and a $10k prize.
Bone at Hastings work site identified; what you should do if you discover bones
Police should be contacted immediately if you find a bone suspected of being human.
‘That’s cowardice’: Councillor condemns gendered online threats
Hawke's Bay mayors urge respect, condemning personal attacks on social media.
'We see a lot of tears': Hastings opens social supermarket for those in need
Social supermarket set to address food insecurity in Hastings.
On The Up: Musician with Down syndrome finds voice through transformative therapy
'Music is the most powerful thing in the world,' says Eskavan McCartney.
Absolutely outstanding in their field, and butchery
A specialised Hawke's Bay meat producer gets the big one despite the cyclone.
'A lot of people are going without': Strain on community food hub
Mangaroa Marae's food hub supports 400 families from Wairoa to Pōrangahau.
Fire crews battle big blaze after controlled burn-off in Central Hawke's Bay
The fire, which started about 3.30pm on Saturday, took until 10.30pm to control.
Bike and bus riders get their day
Bike racks were pulled from Hawke's Bay buses five months ago.
Joseph Parker invited to celebrate HB boxing club's anniversary
The boxer's world title hopes could affect hopes to be in Hastings.
Surprise game for Super Rugby star in Napier game
Five games of Premier rugby saw 411 points, including 63 tries.