Latest from Hastings

Mixed response for new-look Hastings council as Māori ward introduced

There are gains and losses for the Hastings community under the change.

Hastings: Boy racers and rubbish force council to shut section of road

Council says access to Otene Rd properties won't be affected by the 0.6km closure.

'Buyer beware': Seller cops flak after Hastings mum says her $600 firewood order damp

People buying firewood for winter are being reminded to ask questions before purchasing.

WATCH: Emotional welcome for Dr Moana Jackson onto Matahiwi Marae

Tributes to Dr Moana Jackson in English and te reo Māori.

Two dead after separate truck crashes

Two other people seriously injured as accidents hit the lower North Island.

Police claim victory after gang member's assets seized

Two vehicles and $10,000 cash forfeited by Mongrel Mob leader.

Lack of tenants for big Hawke's Bay Airport development

Airport positive for future of new business village

Hastings fared better than some areas in last week's floods

Rainfall in Hastings varied across the district, with about 100mm falling in the city.

Tradie with five strikes hits back

Hastings tradie says he's served community honestly and faithfully.

Barber says time right for positive change as he eyes Ngāti Kahungunu chair role

Building leadership within the iwi is something Barber feels strongly about.

Taxi driver says switch to LPG is way around high petrol costs

Is converting cars to LPG the solution to rising fuel costs? A taxi driver thinks so.

Historic Hastings manor once hosted murder acquittal party

The sprawling home has seen a lot of history in Hastings.

Three Waters announcement 'silent' on Hawke's Bay alternative

Three Waters recommendations underwhelm mayors.

Dire predicted heartland town death toll: Fears of tangi cluster

Wairoa Hospital has no intensive care capacity or ventilators for severe Covid-19 cases.

Police investigating man's unexplained death in Havelock North

Police have requested a post mortem after an unexplained death

Matariki public holiday: Fireworks show, lantern parade planned

Hawke's Bay has big plans for the first Matariki public holiday in late June.