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Hawke’s Bay’s new rescue chopper: Hangar upgrades, equipment could cost over $1m

Hawke’s Bay’s brand new rescue helicopter is set for arrival in September 2026.

Editorial: If you want to crack down on fly-tipping, consider making the dump cheaper

OPINION: It's a blemish on NZ's clean, green image and it's high time something was done.

Sam Carter wins Hawke's Bay Young Grower title

Carter's keen for others to give horticulture a go: “Once you try it, you can get hooked”.

Why Hawke's Bay households will pay more for water by 2026

Separate water bills will replace current rates bills.

2.2 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.'

Hastings Boys' High score 35 unanswered points to come back to beat arch-rivals

Napier Boys' High School were up 17-0 after 15 minutes.

Stream 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.

'An eerie feeling': The jetboater honoured for his daring rescues in Hawke's Bay floods

Phil Bayens rescued more than 100 people and their pets from flooded homes.

Rising concerns: Heavy rain and wind cause road closure, river surge

Hawke's Bay Regional Council warned of a water surge in the Ngaruroro River.

Councillor: 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.'

'Really cold temperatures': Wet, windy start to winter for Hawke’s Bay

'Break out the gloves and beanies:' Weekend set to chill the Bay.

'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.'

On The Up: 'A hard thing to pull off' – the argument that made three teens national champs

Hawke's Bay won the secondary school debating champs for the first time in 37 years.

Literacy service axed in Budget 2025, leaving 109 specialists jobless

Educators describe the decision as “unjustifiable,” fearing negative impacts on students with complex literacy challenges. Video / Rafaella Melo

Waipawa chef with global experience chooses Elephant Hill for his next menu

Conor Mertens has cooked in Michelin-starred restaurants in Tokyo.

Watch: Fly-through provides first glimpse of Hawke’s Bay Expressway four-lane plan

Construction is expected to begin in late 2025, subject to funding and consents.