New ZealandBrilliant debut novel by former Hawke's Bay writerIt takes many, many people to produce a novel, author Amy Brown says.15 Mar 06:30 PM
AthleticsFourth national title beckons on Hulls' windy road to ParisShe won 200 metres titles in 2021, 2022, and 2023 - but she has a bigger goal.12 Mar 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThey wanted a backyard pool - as soon as workers arrived, things 'didn't feel right'Warren Hanger has spent $80,000 on what is currently a breeding ground for mosquitoes.10 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorms, strong winds to hit Hawke's BayAdverse weather watches have been issued for late Monday and early Tuesday.04 Mar 04:50 AM
Athletics'From the depths of hell': Young Kiwi runner stuns world to win 1500m titleIt caps a remarkable day for NZ athletics after Hamish Kerr won gold in the high jump.03 Mar 09:46 PM
New Zealand'My feet are legends, I’m a legend': The drag queen who ran up a peak in stilettosIt was an idea born in a classroom - Eru Heke's not one to shy away from a challenge.29 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We’ve made our decision': Top school pilots NCEA alternativeThe school's principal says the new programme encourages development.27 Feb 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Overwhelming': Havelock North mum’s impressive rise in ultramarathon sceneMother claims her biggest ultramarathon result yet.21 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay burger battle: Which city does the humble pickle justice?You can tell Toru Yamamoto knows his stuff and his passion for Japanese cooking shows.16 Feb 01:54 AM
New ZealandChorus stretches Hastings’ urban-rural fibre networkBroadband fibre is being extended in HB, with 731 more homes and premises to gain access.15 Feb 03:56 AM
New ZealandArrests follow Clive Four Square ram-raid and vehicle theftPolice say a tyre iron was used in robbing a man of his car, then used in a ram-raid,08 Feb 05:08 AM
New ZealandHastings mayor focused on finishing voluntary buy-out processSandra Hazlehurst helped unveil $400,000 refurbishment of historic Keirunga Homestead.02 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandCafe co-owned by former All Black to close due to coaching offerBrother was the Evans’ first foray into hospitality and quickly became popular.31 Jan 10:32 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle anniversary set to challenge, and help, a still-grieving regionPsychologists say marking the day respectfully can be encouraging for those struggling.31 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Two National MPs representing Hawke’s Bay electorates give maiden speeches to parliamentTwo new MPs representing Hawke's Bay electorates deliver their 15-minute speeches.31 Jan 02:06 AM
AthleticsHavelock North's Georgia Hulls makes dash for the big arenaThe sprinter is aiming for the 2024 Paris Olympics.31 Jan 02:06 AM
New ZealandSilence to sharing: New sexual harm support service carries on decades-long police legacyThe Hawke's Bay organisation launched this month.20 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandStudents 'fraudulently' using Havelock North Intermediate logo to bully others onlineAccount-holders on TikTok and Instagram are using a school logo and bullying students.18 Jan 05:26 AM
New Zealand'Worth the wait': Jacinda Ardern sums up wedding day joy to her 1.7m followersThe couple of almost 10 years tied the knot on Saturday in Hawke's Bay.15 Jan 07:40 AM
New ZealandArdern, Gayford wake up husband and wife after partying night away; what ex-PM said in speechDame Jacinda Ardern and Clarke Gayford exchanged vows in a secret ceremony full of love.13 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Every time it rains the kids are panicking': The plight of Havelock North's worst-flooded homesA report recommends further flood resilience work - but for now residents sit in limbo.12 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandWedding of the year: Inside Jacinda Ardern's wedding to Clarke GayfordWorld-renowned winery set to host wedding of Dame Jacinda Ardern and Clarke Gayford today.12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWheelie before fatal crash: Coroner releases report into motel manager's deathDonald Clifford's motorbike wheelied before he hit a wall. His mum says it malfunctioned.09 Jan 02:28 AM
New Zealand'Some people at my age would put their slippers on', New Year honour's recipient saysAnthony Gray, 71, has been recognised for service to accounting and Māori business.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe Havelock North man who made our mountains saferHamish McCostie has been recognised for services to outdoor recreation, Search & Rescue.29 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTe Mata Mushrooms transformation: Shut factory reborn as 'quirky' business hub"We liked how quirky it was. We thought it was pretty cool in the middle of nowhere."27 Dec 11:45 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessChristmas Wonderland Store owner on filling the gap left by Kirkcaldie & Stains’ closureThe business started with an aim to bring the 'indulgence' of European Christmas to NZ.24 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandJames Whakaruru’s killer denied release in Parole Board reviewBenny Haerewa served 12 years for killing his partner's son in Hawke's Bay in 1999.20 Dec 11:17 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke’s Bay’s Forrest Gump gets things on-trackOnce the Hawke’s Bay teen started running, he never looked back.19 Dec 12:57 AM
New ZealandThe stories behind Hawke's Bay's most talented school leaversHawke's Bay Today asked schools to tell us about their most talented leaver.13 Dec 10:58 PM
New ZealandAthletics: Hawke’s Bay winners at schools athleticsThe region's young athletes scored some big wins in Christchurch.11 Dec 08:50 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
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 ZealandWatch: Sweat and tears - are these NZ's sourest lollies?Children under 8 are banned from trying them - this reporter decided to do two at once.30 Nov 12:10 AM