New Zealand‘Makes us sad’: Ariki Rigby's family say ‘incompetent policing’ saw teen's body mistaken for a sheepFamily talk out of bungled response - police say review to be carried out.09 May 10:04 PM
New ZealandGang member charged with running drug ring from smuggled phone in prison cellNine charged, including a business couple, after police sting nets haul of drugs and ammo.09 May 03:59 AM
New ZealandNapier to get permanent St John shuttle; volunteer drivers neededThe cyclone has only highlighted the struggle for those needing to get to Hastings.09 May 03:30 AM
New ZealandTwo jewellery stores employ security guards in Hawke’s Bay after raidsDaylight heists including one in Hastings led to the measure by Michael Hill Jeweller.09 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandLinden Singers set to perform WintermezzoThe Linden Singers are now in their 52nd year of performing.08 May 11:51 PM
New Zealand‘Challenge by choice’: Programme gives youths a second crackThe power of sport is one of the driving forces behind inspirational youth programme.08 May 10:45 PM
New ZealandEbony Lamb headlining second week of HB Music MonthHB Music Month is running throughout May, with 16 concerts in small halls across the Bay.08 May 10:32 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke’s Bay-born sparky inspires others through bilingual journalingHira Nathan didn't think he'd get into journaling, but now he's published his own book.08 May 10:15 PM
KahuCouncillor stands up for Mongrel Mob gang’s fence insignia near playgroundLocal councillor Maxine Boag defends Mongrel Mob signage.08 May 08:48 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMany truckloads of silt to move in Hawke's Bay's $266m clean-upMoving and disposing of silt is the biggest job in the region.08 May 04:51 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle three months on: Flashbacks, paradise lost and long winter aheadDeep feelings of heartbreak and loss remain three months on from Cyclone Gabrielle05 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandJudge warns of prison ‘revolving door’ after two-on-one Hastings assaultTwo men have been jailed for violence meted out to a victim over a debt.05 May 06:00 AM
New ZealandRatepayers to fund Samoa trip for Hastings mayor and council CEOA friendship agreement will be signed with the Samoan district of Falealili.05 May 03:02 AM
New ZealandPolice investigating multiple assaults across Napier and HastingsThe behaviour that took place in the two cities will not be tolerated, police say.04 May 01:43 AM
New ZealandTalking Point: Time to get seriousMore resilient stormwater and flood management systems are needed.04 May 12:07 AM
PoliticsKiri Allan speaks on Meka Whaitiri meeting; waka-jumping law not triggeredThe bombshell news was confirmed by Meka Whaitiri this morning.03 May 03:37 AM
Wellington PhoenixHot shots: Goals aplenty as Rovers surge up the points tableAttack on form as top-of-table teams beckon for Napier City Rovers.02 May 10:05 PM
KahuClosing a community chapter: The colossi of Ahuriri, Pat Magill and John HarreSaturday April 29, after sun rise, at 96, Pat willingly joined the spirit world.02 May 07:08 PM
PoliticsCyclone-hit communities to wait longer for consultation on rebuild or red-zone futureIt was hoped consultation would begin in early May but it appears that has been delayed.02 May 12:25 AM
New ZealandBic Runga begins tour in HastingsBeautiful Collision Tour celebrates 20 year anniversary of her album.01 May 10:04 PM
PoliticsRobertson reveals confirmed categories for future of cyclone-hit homesCyclone-hit residents are set to be consulted on the future of their homes this month.01 May 04:41 AM
New ZealandThey gave their luxury house away for free. It's now sold for $3m+Val and Dick Bradshaw's parting gift for Hawke's Bay will help the region for generations.01 May 03:02 AM
New ZealandTeens seriously hurt in crash shortly after fleeing police from scene of Hastings robberyA 64-year-old woman was arrested on Monday morning and charged in relation to the robbery.01 May 02:36 AM
New Zealand'It was panic mode': Neighbouring stores in shock at daytime jewellery raidWatch: Glass display cases were smashed and jewellery scattered across the floor.30 Apr 09:50 PM
PoliticsOpinion: Govt can’t keep skimping on rural mental health in cyclone recovery planRural communities have persistently been delivered poorer mental health services.30 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Spree burglar’ jailed after targeting garages and shedsAlex Gardner left DNA behind on a glove and a torch.30 Apr 05:00 PM
PoliticsAccess issues and mental health toll persisting for cyclone-hit farmersFarmers are dealing with kilometres of broken fencing which will be expensive to fix.30 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandTech drawing away in Premier rugbyFour matches to go for a repeat of last year's triumph, but Tech are in the box seat.29 Apr 09:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSomething in the water: What's causing mass cylinder failures in Hastings?The big bills for residents keep coming, so can international experts solve a mystery?27 Apr 10:56 PM
New ZealandMan hits father, who later dies, but judge tells son ‘you didn’t cause that’Father dies in hospital 16 days after being struck in ribs by son.27 Apr 05:14 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand46 years of change for Hastings postie Jenny LeanPostie Jenny Lean is retiring after nearly five decades.27 Apr 12:41 AM
New ZealandFootball: Young Kiwi prospect putting in the hard yards on and off the pitchWhen the full-time whistle blows, Alex Mort starts thinking about heading to work.26 Apr 07:26 PM
Politics‘We’ll be fighting it’: Red-stickered residents dig in as cyclone decisions delayedSome cyclone-impacted residents have no intention to leave their land.26 Apr 05:00 PM
PoliticsCouple upping mortgage after cyclone-damaged property ineligible for Govt fundThe pair fear other lifestyle block owners will be in a similar predicament.26 Apr 03:44 AM