New ZealandVillage evolution: Centre of Havelock North's future to be decidedCouncil wants to know how to grow Havelock North, while keeping its 'unique character'.21 Mar 01:23 AM
New ZealandCar wreck left on Havelock North hill for months: ‘Someone will get squashed’The hatchback came off the road coming down the peak on December 20, 2024.20 Mar 02:12 AM
New Zealand‘Something to keep an eye on’: Heavy rain watch for WairoaWairoa and northern Hawke's Bay are under a heavy rain watch from 8am Thursday.19 Mar 01:22 AM
New Zealand‘Shockingly bad’: Closed post boxes 'overflowing' with mailVandals have ripped off the signs showing the boxes are closed, NZ Post says.18 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Escaping the hood’: He wanted to be a gangster - then he went to a comedy show'You can come from humble beginnings and grow up poor - you can still make it out.'14 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandLove at first meatball: 'There was chemistry across the bakery''As we were both quite young some of the conversations were a bit raunchy.'13 Mar 05:09 PM
New ZealandBlood moon to grace Hawke’s Bay skies during Friday’s lunar eclipseThe total eclipse will happen between 8pm and 8.30pm, ending at 11pm.13 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandSchool giving most of its 'inedible' lunches to a pig called CracklesCritics of the school say it should invest in some salt and pepper to make them tastier.12 Mar 02:39 AM
New ZealandBen Elton brings new show to Napier 'exploring the outer limits of human idiocy'The comedian tackles the pitfalls of AI and human stupidity.10 Mar 10:37 PM
New Zealand'Best of the Bay': Hawke’s Bay couple spot gap in market for premium gift boxes'We just want to make it easier for everyone to experience the best of Hawke’s Bay.'07 Mar 01:47 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGene technology bill: Hawke’s Bay apple CEO says it’s needed, but critics remain'The only way we are going to continue to compete globally is through innovation.'05 Mar 01:37 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGreen-belt soils among NZ’s best but becoming ‘near impossible to farm’ – landownerThe Strawberry Patch business is closing – should a retirement village take its place?04 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘First taste of autumn’: Storm approaching Hawke's Bay could bring hail, MetService warnsMetService issued a 12-hour heavy rain watch for Wairoa from 9pm Tuesday.03 Mar 10:49 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand’Pattern of behaviour': Hastings council chided for stream and dam maintenance failuresReport delves into problems after Jessica Maxwell complained to the Ombudsman.03 Mar 09:50 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHealth NZ pays close to $900k for voluntary redundancies in one regionThe PSA argues health cuts are risking patients' lives and should be stopped.03 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay Hospital receives $28.3m for new 28-bed unitThe new unit aims to improve patient flow and reduce ED wait times.28 Feb 02:23 AM
New Zealand'She deserved better': Ariki Rigby was murdered for wearing Mongrel Mob T-shirtFamily say they will make a 'whole lot of noise' at sentencing of murderer Jimmy Heremaia.27 Feb 08:57 PM
New ZealandHonouring Mason's legacy: Taking on a 50cc scooter ride from Napier to Wellington for a departed mate'Mason was the type of guy who would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it.'27 Feb 05:43 PM
New ZealandShopper trespassed from New World supermarket after taking photos of blocked fire exit'I was followed through the store ... before they trespassed me at the checkout.'26 Feb 08:08 PM
New ZealandHow smart water meters uncovered unseen leaks in HastingsThe meters helped identify undetected leaks under houses and streets.26 Feb 12:10 AM
New Zealand'Iconic' 15-year-old pig came with a couple's new home: 'She was on the chattels list''Bella isn't just a pet, she’s an icon.'24 Feb 10:35 PM
New Zealand‘Hidden and quiet’: The libraries raising eyebrows for their internet search historiesHastings District libraries reveals the top 10 sites searched-for and blocked.22 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandThree youths arrested after Havelock North store robbed and shopkeeper assaultedPolice have arrested and charged three youths with aggravated robbery.13 Feb 09:39 PM
New Zealand‘Can’t comprehend it': The Pākōwhai pilots'It looked like a tidal wave had come down.'13 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandHitchhiking students: Daughter finds ride, 15yo son still thumbing it after school bus axedMike Brown’s son, Chamon, still hitchhikes along State Highway 2 to and from school.13 Feb 02:23 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe 'scars' of Cyclone Gabrielle could linger on hillsides for decades'Chances are that it’s going to take decades to 100 years, if at all, to patch up.'12 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandRare beaked whale dies after stranding on Hawke’s Bay beachTwo large sea mammals spotted by a dog walker are a species of the elusive beaked whales.12 Feb 03:22 AM
New ZealandFrom Zimmer frame to triathlon: Rocco’s amazing athletic journey'I’m going to be breakdancing over the finish line.'09 Feb 09:47 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay teen runner wins gold at Oceania Orienteering ChampsShe also earned a silver in the W18 long distance, boosting her world ranking.06 Feb 08:20 PM
New ZealandPolice seek public help after robbery at Havelock North dairyPolice have released details about a vehicle related to the alleged robbery.05 Feb 09:50 PM
New ZealandMan admits involvement in arson of a car which was later found with woman's body in itAriki Rigby’s body was found in a car parked near Havelock North in September 2022.03 Feb 02:02 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTeen's two-year search for a first job: ‘We can’t get experience if they don’t let us have experience’'For those of us just starting out, it feels almost impossible.'02 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe two teen brothers who blitzed the NZ pinball championships'You don’t expect to get all the way to the final and play your brother.'01 Feb 05:00 PM
