New ZealandKererū Gorge cyclone rebuild wins top awardJudges were wowed by the culvert rebuild in rural Hawke's Bay.16 Nov 08:42 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Quite exciting to watch': First residents move into Napier's huge new subdivisionThe subdivision will boast about 800 new homes when it is completed.16 Nov 05:11 PM
New ZealandRare historic bowl by master carver could fetch $300k at Auckland auctionThe kumete whakairo was carved as a peace gift to politician Robert Graham in 1878.16 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandWhere the winning record-breaking Lotto tickets were soldThe $55m prize was split three ways in the must-be-won Powerball draw. 15 Nov 10:40 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe dementia facility with a grocery store and its own 'village money''What's happening in the community can happen here too.'15 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Lucky we weren’t out there with the kids': 'Mini tornado' lifts farm equipment 20m in airOne central Christchurch resident said the weather had 'gone crazy'.15 Nov 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLife advice from Nola and Nola - both turning 100 in the same weekBoth live in Hawke's Bay and remember the earthquake that upended their lives.14 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe 932 day wait for High Court - is there another way to get justice for sexual assault victims?'It was just a waiting game. I felt like I was lost in the system.'14 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Just wanted the stories told’: Legacy left by a military historian after his death at 45Patrick Bronte recorded the personal stories of more than 500 NZ veterans.14 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandHōhepa named top winner at Hawke’s Bay Business AwardsHōhepa Hawke’s Bay has claimed the Supreme Award for its community impact.14 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay winemaker launches pink‑walled cellar door with all‑female team'Men shouldn't be offended' – Swift Wines' cellar door features a bold, hot‑pink wall.14 Nov 05:00 PM
OpinionKem OrmondKem Ormond: Why I'm all abuzz about my bumblebee deliveryOPINION: Bumblebees are the unsung heroes behind greenhouse-grown tomatoes.14 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandEsk Valley resident pleads for automated river warning system at Cyclone Gabrielle inquestDaniel Gale says lives remain at risk without river alert trigger levels.14 Nov 06:03 AM
New ZealandNorth Island on alert as regions placed under severe thunderstorm watch Severe thunderstorms are possible in Bay of Plenty, Taupō, Gisborne and Hawke’s Bay.14 Nov 04:25 AM
New ZealandNatural progression for the festival sees five trustees appointedFounder Jeremy Tātere MacLeod says the trust will secure the festival’s future.14 Nov 03:34 AM
New Zealand'Setbacks we can do without': Napier boutique store burgled overnightPolice say the break-in occurred about 3.20am, with cabinets smashed and stock stolen.14 Nov 02:34 AM
New ZealandFrom 'bling' to legacy: Council treasure connects generations of chairmen and chairwomenThe pendant was crafted in 1999 from tanekaha wood and Haast jade.14 Nov 01:18 AM
New ZealandWarriors return to Napier for Valentine’s Day clash with ManlyKevin Murphy warns any pitch invasions could end future NRL games in Napier.13 Nov 09:50 PM
New ZealandPublic urged to help: Police probe Bay View firearms incidentArmed police cordoned Main North Rd after a firearms incident about 10.50am on Thursday.13 Nov 09:43 PM
New Zealand‘Evil’? Locals fire back as Wimbledon pub owner doubles down'There is no empathy that exists - all that exists is evil,' the pub owner claimed. 13 Nov 09:26 PM
New ZealandFish giveaway could end by Christmas without new sponsorThe Kai Ika Project in Hawke's Bay has shared over 10,000kg of food since December 2024.13 Nov 05:01 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness$400k IRD debt puts former Wairoa restaurant owner in liquidation Layton Gemmell blames mounting pressure from Covid, Cyclone Gabrielle and debt.13 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandHomicide probe launched after Hastings woman's unexplained deathDetectives from other districts have joined the Hastings inquiry.13 Nov 06:31 AM
New Zealand$600m Hawke’s Bay Expressway upgrade officially under wayNoise and disruption over the next four years are unavoidable, Chris Bishop says.13 Nov 02:36 AM
New ZealandBay events celebrating the best of the region's culture, food and historyHawke's Bay events celebrate Māori language, Cornwall Park, Waipukurau races and more. 13 Nov 02:19 AM
New ZealandOwner closes historic tavern to ‘evil’ localsLocals learned of the closure through a note in their fish and chips.12 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand'It just got bigger and bigger': You can now buy NZ’s only tea museumA change is brewing for the owner of one of Napier's quirkiest attractions.12 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandRecord $55m Powerball draw set for Saturday after jackpot rolls overLotto NZ expects stores to be busy as this weekend will be a must be won draw.12 Nov 07:19 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay water restrictions begin, record-low aquifer levels recordedLevel 2 water restrictions now apply in Napier and Hastings.12 Nov 03:37 AM
New Zealand‘Gutted’: Police cancel boxing event to prevent gang tension in crowdMongrel Mob and Black Power watching boxing together could 'escalate', cops say.12 Nov 12:58 AM
New ZealandExploring the creativity behind the wire at Hastings prisonA former inmate will share how art reshaped her life after release.12 Nov 12:54 AM
New ZealandTeen artist finds her calling behind the scenes of WOW showCentral Hawke's Bay makeup artist shines at World of Wearable arts in Wellington. 11 Nov 09:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHB rent prices drop for first time in years – but it's still 'really rough' for familiesA property expert says we're seeing a 'slight correction' in Hawke's Bay's rental market.11 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandThunderstorm risk as wild weather set to drench upper North IslandHeavy rain watches are in place from Northland to Gisborne on Wednesday.11 Nov 04:00 AM
