New ZealandIwi boss installs boulders to block vehicle access to beachBayden Barber says children are being 'run off the beach by vehicles'.11 Dec 01:45 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay news in brief: $35,000 Lotto win in Bay ViewOne Lotto player is $35,096 richer thanks to a winning ticket sold in Bay View, Napier.09 Dec 07:52 PM
New ZealandRefused treatment: Kiwi teen accused of faking bowel illnessTrinity, who's now 18, has been in and out of hospital since she was 2 years old.09 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Better together': The business run by a trio of brothers that employs 600 staffThey say it’s unwise to mix work with family. There are exceptions, of course.08 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHastings mayor and high-profile councillor go toe-to-toe as rift deepensHastings mayor Sandra Hazlehurst and councillor Damon Harvey are increasingly at odds.08 Dec 01:55 AM
New ZealandNew bright red radios donated to rescuersPelican packs and new radios donated after Cyclone Gabrielle highlighted comms importance.07 Dec 09:58 PM
CrimeMongrel Mob associate pleads guilty to murder of Darcy StricklandOne of the two accused admits the murder of a Flaxmere man described as a 'gentle giant'.07 Dec 09:02 PM
New ZealandCancer killed her father and drained her family's bank accounts - now she needs $180k to fight her diseaseCaitlin Umbers lost her dad last year - now she needs urgent surgery in Germany.07 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandWatch: Spine-chilling haka farewell for principal who lost battle with throat cancerRob Sturch's "final prizegiving" ended with a powerful haka.06 Dec 01:14 AM
New ZealandGrab yourself some unique gifts from local craftersPeople always have a good chuckle at the saying on the signs.05 Dec 02:36 AM
New Zealand'Marathon, not a sprint': Kahungunu wants mobilisation against Government policiesAlmost 300 people turned up to hear a rallying cry for a protest 'marathon'.04 Dec 07:58 PM
CrimeSeven years' jail for methed-up driver who killed a dad in high-speed crashDrugs and a loaded pistol were found in Brydon Boyce's unregistered, unwarranted car.04 Dec 03:56 AM
New ZealandWires live after crash into power pole near HastingsThe car hit a pole in Raupare Rd, off Omahu Rd, Hastings.04 Dec 02:15 AM
New ZealandMystery substance on Hawke's Bay beach prompts warning after dogs fall sickThe public are warned not to swim at Haumoana Beach and to keep their dogs out of water.01 Dec 09:12 PM
New ZealandHastings Boys’ headmaster to be farewelled at his school on WednesdaySchool announces funeral details for "beloved headmaster, leader, boss, peer and friend".01 Dec 02:41 AM
New Zealand'It’s the biggest month-on-month increase in almost two years'Hastings' asking prices skyrocket by seven per cent.30 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandTwo motorists caught more than three times the legal limit'Incredibly disappointing': Operation snares eight drivers over the limit.30 Nov 04:43 AM
New Zealand'You've seen the best of me': Judge hangs up robe after 11 yearsThe Hamilton District Court Judge retired, bringing a legal career of 30 years to a close.29 Nov 02:06 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJarrod Gilbert: 'An eye-opener' - evidence-based policing models a 'win for NZ'OPINION: New scientific, evidence-led policing makes communities safer.26 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandFlaxmere College rebuild now officially openThe kura celebrates the new dedicated and shared learning spaces.26 Nov 02:10 AM
New Zealand'We aren’t quite out of the woods yet' - Slip warnings in Hawke's Bay after delugeRoads have been cut-off and communities isolated in Wairoa following the downpours.26 Nov 01:57 AM
New ZealandCrash updates: One dead after second weekend crash near DannevirkeOne person has died in a second serious crash in the area in less than 12 hours.25 Nov 07:49 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionPower List: Who owns Mitre 10 stores throughout New Zealand?Structure of this shy 49-year-old giant a quietly brilliant story of co-operative success.24 Nov 04:10 AM
New ZealandPlans for beachfront highway roundabout south of NapierRoad widening work will take place ahead of building the new Awatoto roundabout.23 Nov 04:14 AM
FootballGoals set for Napier City Rovers after whistle blown on 2023Squad depth is a work-on for next year as Napier City Rovers sign off on 2023.22 Nov 07:13 PM
New ZealandWhat’s with the Hastings sheep? Artworks explained in new guideHow do you build a giant steel cherry blossom? And what’s with those sheep?20 Nov 09:08 PM
New ZealandPlugging the gaps on Hawke's Bay's cyclone-damaged Redclyffe BridgeThe Redclyffe Bridge remains open as cracks are being sealed in the old structure.20 Nov 01:51 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain warning for ranges of Hawke's BayHeavy rain is expected to fall over 24 hours, with 150mm in the ranges.18 Nov 11:57 PM
New ZealandFlash Planet? Revamped Hastings icon Splash Planet to open on MondayA fair bit of water will greet guests of Splash Planet on Monday.18 Nov 11:49 PM
New ZealandIt's all coming up roses for EmiliePom Pom Florals has opened in Heretaunga Street East.17 Nov 07:23 PM
New ZealandCouncil weighs subdivision rule change to help cyclone-hit homeownersCouncil exploring options for people to live in existing community.17 Nov 12:00 AM
New ZealandHastings council strategy cuts number in emergency housing by 77 per centHousing puzzle pieced together after four years.14 Nov 11:29 PM
New ZealandWhich National League football clubs are pushing young Kiwi talent the most?Revealed: Which National League clubs give teenage footballers the most and least time.14 Nov 08:40 PM
Crime'I'm not going down for this': Teen protests his arrest for murder of a camperAdrian Humphreys was fatally stabbed through his sleeping bag while camping.14 Nov 05:00 AM