Latest from Hastings

Man in hospital with serious injuries after Hastings assault

Police want to hear from anyone who was in the area around the time of the assault.

'He'd been out for several days': Hunter and dog rescued from mountains

More hunters are expected for 2021 roar, after last year's season was cancelled.

Berries rotting on vines amid labour shortage in Bay

"We are behind because we can't get pickers. It just breaks your heart."

Trip a little light fantastic: Covid-busting flight to witness Aurora Australis 'spectacular'

Kiwis paid $1200-plus for night flight to Antarctica – and back.

'Affects all of us': Dozens of women report sexual assaults in Hawke's Bay every year

"Our women still have a fundamental right to safely walk home at night."

What do HB councils think of water fluoridation proposal?

Director general of health Ashley Bloomfield could be responsible for fluoride decisions.

White Toyota Hilux linked to missing Hawke's Bay girl, police concerned for her safety

Ashleigh was last seen about 11.15am on Thursday in Hastings on Windsor Ave.

Local Focus: Hastings biz hub open for businesses

The Hawke's Bay Business Hub Hastings is open. Made with funding from NZ on Air.

Rain brings a soaking to Hawke's Bay, more on the way

Areas north of Napier are in for heavy rain while areas south are still one to watch.

'It's a beautiful part of the country': Ardern hints at wedding location

PM drops hint that a Hawke's Bay wedding might be on the cards after Mahia engagement.

Uber buses? Regional council to contemplate 'on demand' bus service

You might soon be able to hail a bus to your doorstep in the same way you'd hail an Uber.

Victim furious: Man who filmed her without consent during sex gets away with warning

Woman filmed during sex without consent blasts cops for taking no action against offender.

'Unprecedented' worker shortage: Loaded livestock trucks turned away from meatworks

Progressive Meats says staff shortage is "unprecedented" as workers choose to pick fruit.

Local Focus: The weighty issue of the bridge to Taihape

The Kuripapango Bridge is partially closed for 3 months. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

What do you think about Hastings' parks?

Have your say on Eskdale and Frimley Parks, Tainui, Tauroa, Tanner and Hikanui Reserves.

Meatworks mentor: Veteran boner retiring after 50 years

"I'd say to them, take your time, just watch me do half a dozen, have a go."