New ZealandInclusive or undemocratic? Council gives youth decision-making powersOne councillor said the move 'breaches the very basis of our democracy'.26 Sep 05:00 PM
RacingEl Vencedor gets chance to lead with natural speedTrainer Stephen Marsh: 'We are stoked with the draw and will be going forward on him.'26 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Hide point': Hastings alleyway closing due to anti-social, criminal activityAlleyway provided offenders a link for 'decamping from police'.26 Sep 05:32 AM
New ZealandSplash Planet countdown begins as tickets go on saleSplash Planet is ready to go for another summer of fun in Hawke's Bay.25 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandTeen Tall Fern Pahlyss becomes an All StarPahlyss Hokianga, aged just 16, is the youngest to have played for the Tall Ferns.25 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe code at the counter: How a Hastings vape store sold cigarettes for $5An undercover agent used the code, leading to a prosecution and thousands in fines.24 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandTeskey Brothers to make Hawke's Bay debut with one-off Black Barn showThe Hawke's Bay summer is set to get a little more soulful.24 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandHow Covid-19 derailed NZ football golden boot contender’s pro trial in DenmarkFootballer Oscar Faulds travelled around the world to trial for a pro deal. Now he's back.24 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandTwo hospitalised after serious crash on SH2 in HastingsA helicopter was requested to respond to the scene.24 Sep 08:29 AM
New Zealand'Make a big difference': Meals on Wheels needs more volunteers in Hawke's Bay'They’re full of stories, things from their past. It's a real buzz.'24 Sep 12:26 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandŌmarunui Landfill to accept 4000 tonnes of Wairoa's rubbish annually'We’re very grateful because we found ourselves in a corner.'23 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandGeneration after generation – 90 years of Wattie's in Hawke's Bay celebrated'Who else loves their job like this after 22 years?'23 Sep 12:03 AM
New ZealandIn pictures: Blossom Festival draws crowd of close to 10,000The Blossom Parade has been enjoying a renaissance in recent years.21 Sep 10:28 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay community rallies to send Napier students to space camp in CanterburyStudents impacted by Actura liquidation treated to trip to space camp in Christchurch.21 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: Penny Royal succeeds in twilight of careerOpinion: Penny Royal recorded her seventh win.20 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandStudents want swim platforms to make waves in community pools'We’ll see what happens next year, it’s just been a rollercoaster.'20 Sep 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Every day is cancer': Blair Tickner on his wife's fight, and what he and his team are doing to help'She is doing well, but she doesn’t like me saying ‘well’, because every day is cancer.'20 Sep 02:38 AM
New ZealandPatient strangles healthcare worker in hospital ward; investigation launchedSecurity staff intervened in a “timely manner”, Health NZ Te Whatu Ora says.19 Sep 06:35 PM
New Zealand'Very sad': Hastings pool to remain shut for summer and likely never reopenFrimley Pool will likely never reopen after serving the Hastings community for 57 years.19 Sep 05:10 AM
New ZealandFrom mushroom factory to fabulous float: What to expect at this year's Hastings Blossom Festival'I’ve always wanted to get involved, and this year is the perfect chance to do it.'19 Sep 02:07 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Essential piece of the puzzle': Plant upgrade to boost asphalt production by 400%“This expansion is transformative for our business, and for the region.'18 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandPride of the Bay: What National League spot means to homegrown Napier City Rovers powerhouseAhead of football's National League, one of Napier City Rovers' finest in 2024 opens up.18 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMax horsepower: Riders take to the streets for road safetyPeople took part in rides on the streets of Havelock North, Napier and CHB.17 Sep 10:42 PM
New ZealandDecision on Frimley Pool's future to be revisited after pipe leaks discoveredThe pool has been part of Hastings summers for decades, but more issues have been found.17 Sep 09:59 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Overwhelming, but definitely in a good way': Special Hawke's Bay homecomings for Paris athletes'I was a bit taken aback seeing all the little kids out there looking up to me.'17 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'In the mood to buy again': Rise in house sales as interest rates dropBuyers 'in the mood to buy again' in Hawke’s Bay.17 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandLarge industrial building catches fire near Hastings, then cops a drenchingFlames and black smoke could be seen coming from inside the roof of the building.17 Sep 12:03 AM
New Zealand'Part of the old network': Road damaged as Hastings water main burstsRepairs are under way to return water to homes.16 Sep 09:52 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Basing healthcare on need is right, but equity also needs urgent attentionOPINION: Inequities for Māori and Pasifika will not go away.16 Sep 05:05 PM
New ZealandWatch: Man fuming after ute sandwiches his parked car, then drives offJonzy Brandt's insurance had just run out - now his car is likely written off.16 Sep 03:18 AM
New ZealandFamily appeal for more information after car rammedA ute rams Jonzy Brandt's unoccupied car during a late-night hit and run in Hastings. Video / SuppliedWatch16 Sep 03:16 AM
New Zealand'Blown away': Man buys wine bottles for $18,000 at auction, immediately gives them backIn a room of more than 300 wine enthusiasts, one man's act stood out on the night.16 Sep 01:33 AM
New ZealandCyclone-stricken pub named people's choice of best Hawke's Bay hospitalityA familiar name then claimed the supreme award in what is possibly its last year.16 Sep 12:13 AM
New Zealand'I swung': The spider crawling down her windscreen that she couldn't catchAilsa Slui, 80, says she would be blind by now if she hadn't sought medical help.14 Sep 06:00 PM
