New ZealandWaipawa's latest attraction is a 24/7 outdoor laundromatTake it for a spin for yourself.09 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandThe great 'ginga' gathering: Redheads to unite in Hawke's Bay for night of fiery funThe event in Hastings also pays homage to Ireland's patron saint of redheads.08 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandSpecial load: Washing basket kittens saved from doomed dump as SPCA voices desexing pleaIt comes as more than 3000 cats remain in the SPCA's care this summer.08 Jan 01:44 AM
New ZealandRetired Hawke’s Bay judge who presided over more than 600 jury trials diesHis career of 30 years in Hawke's Bay and Gisborne was a colourful one.07 Jan 11:25 PM
New ZealandIn pictures: Nest Fest and Hawkes Bay Cup Regatta enjoy success over weekendNest Fest and the Hawke's Bay Rowing regatta dominated the weekend.07 Jan 01:40 AM
New ZealandMan threatened staff with knife in attempted Hastings service station robberyA man reportedly threatened staff with a knife at Caltex Omahu.06 Jan 09:52 PM
New Zealand21 days, 8 homicides: Police investigate nearly double usual rate of deathsThe rate of homicides in the country has almost doubled over the past three weeks.06 Jan 02:37 AM
New ZealandHoliday road toll up to 20 after woman dies in hospital days after crashThe crash happened at intersection of SH50 and Mareakakaho Rd about 1.30pm last Saturday.05 Jan 06:57 AM
New Zealand'Team effort': Tropical tuna hauled aboard by family near Cape KidnappersForget tuna in a can, fishers are catching them fresh - and big.05 Jan 01:52 AM
New Zealand'The NZ disease': Drowning toll spurs fresh call for water-safety awarenessWater Safety New Zealand has released the 2023 drowning data.04 Jan 11:53 PM
New ZealandNest Fest Hawke’s Bay: Behind the scenes of the popular festivalA look at Nest Fest from behind the stage.04 Jan 09:40 PM
New ZealandRowers set to grace Clive River for Hawke’s Bay Cup regattaRowers from around the country are expected to take part.04 Jan 01:27 AM
New ZealandPotts Classic athletics: Sprint queen Zoe Hobbs heads to HastingsSub 11-seconds sprinter heads the line-up for battle of Hastings.03 Jan 08:40 PM
New ZealandWhat goes around comes around in special rescue storyFarmer rescued after ute runs down bank.03 Jan 08:22 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'I don’t want him forgotten': Details of historic Waimārama drowning emergeAdele Mohi-McGoverin has cared for an old gravesite for 50 years.02 Jan 11:09 PM
OpinionRisible signs raise the ire — and laughterOPINION: Gratuitous letters spark mirth and mystery.02 Jan 10:58 PM
New ZealandLittle-known banking 'handbrake': Insurance paid them out, then ASB said they couldn't touch itA change to how insurance funds are paid out feels 'unfair'.01 Jan 12:09 AM
New ZealandHot, Hot, Hot for Hastings and the rest of Hawke's BayA few showers early, but the next days revert to hot and fine.31 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandAfter a tough year people are ready for 2024Hawke's Bay Today took to the street to gauge emotions ahead of 2024.31 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandNYE weather: 'Intense' rain, thunder, hail, strong winds to slam countryBad weather tomorrow follows a sunny, sweltering day today with Hastings reaching 33C.30 Dec 04:42 AM
New ZealandOne person in critical condition after crash on SH50 near HastingsPolice are asking motorists to avoid SH50 and use SH2 until further notice.30 Dec 02:23 AM
New Zealand'Some people at my age would put their slippers on', New Year honour's recipient saysAnthony Gray, 71, has been recognised for service to accounting and Māori business.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFancy Like Lass rewards the diligence shown by her trainersHawke’s Bay jockey brought up the 350th win of her career on Fancy Like Lass.28 Dec 10:37 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHastings District Council nearly $400m in debt as cyclone costs compoundAll Hawke’s Bay councils are expected to set high rates increases in coming years.28 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTe Mata Mushrooms transformation: Shut factory reborn as 'quirky' business hub"We liked how quirky it was. We thought it was pretty cool in the middle of nowhere."27 Dec 11:45 PM
New Zealand'Back to full strength': Thousands in event funding allocatedThis summer in Hawke's Bay is gearing up to be one of the biggest.25 Dec 11:05 PM
New ZealandCan I go to... Puketapu Park in Hawke’s Bay?One of Hawke's Bay's hidden gems is open again in time for the holidays.25 Dec 09:29 PM
New ZealandPopular holiday destinations pass 30C as Auckland, Northland face thunderstormsOne town reached around 33C.25 Dec 07:40 AM
New ZealandNapier father of three named as victim of fatal Waipatu crash just before ChristmasThe 38-year-old dad was killed on Elwood Rd, Hastings, just days before Christmas.24 Dec 02:14 AM
New Zealand'Inspiring' demoltion process in HastingsMaterials will be reused in Hawke's Bay and Tonga.23 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWater restrictions in a near record-wet year: 'We need to rethink our approach'Napier, Hastings and Waimārama are now under water restrictions - is this the future?22 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ’s worst road toll was 50 years ago, but tragedies still haunt our highwaysSafety on the roads has come a long way since 1973, but police are desperate we do better.22 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice release name of Hastings homicide victimPolice are investigating the death of Javon Jesse Aranui after an assault in Hastings.22 Dec 02:35 AM
