New Zealand'It's going to rock the town': Mayor says fatal school bus crash has devastated the communityA ‘traumatic incident team’ is working with the kura whose students were on the bus.10 Feb 10:10 PM
New ZealandCentral Hawke’s Bay to host kapa haka festival for the first time in 16 yearsUp to 10,000 people are expected to watch the Te Kahu o Te Amorangi Kapa Haka Regionals. 10 Feb 09:14 PM
New ZealandWairoa forestry block hit by 570% rates rise sparks call for cap1100-hectare block near Wairoa's annual rates skyrocketed from $30,000 a year to $200,000.10 Feb 07:52 PM
New ZealandTwo people in ED with nerve damage from nang abuse amid Hawke's Bay ‘epidemic’ Community leaders held a crisis meeting on widespread recreational nang use in the region.10 Feb 05:14 PM
New ZealandTeen ballerina left home at 14 to chase global stage dreamShe faces summer school costs of $16,000 to $20,000 for fees, flights and board.10 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandOne dead, two fighting for their lives after serious crashA main intersection in Wairoa remains closed while police investigate the crash.10 Feb 05:22 AM
New ZealandNavy panel deliberates on alleged kiss request by senior officerThe unnamed officer faces up to two years in prison if found guilty.10 Feb 03:45 AM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorm warning lifted but stormy conditions to persist'Torrential rain and frequent lightning' had been expected in the Hastings district.10 Feb 03:11 AM
New ZealandOne person critically injured in hillside house fire in Hawke's BayA rescue helicopter is flying one person in a critical condition to Wellington Hospital.10 Feb 02:44 AM
New Zealand'Uncanny': Businesses flood as downpours strike town's main street'It was such an intense event, I’m not sure if any infrastructure would have coped.'09 Feb 11:19 PM
New ZealandTributes flow for Rotorua nanny with 'heart of gold' now the focus of homicide investigationThe body of 65-year-old Sharlene Smith was found in a Hawke's Bay worksite. 09 Feb 10:33 PM
New ZealandTruck testing centre to open in Napier around end of 2026The new truck testing centre will be operated by police near a busy Napier intersection. 09 Feb 09:19 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke’s Bay has its first Winter Olympian – and she's representing another country'It genuinely means everything to me. This has been my dream since I was a child.'09 Feb 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyInside the $50m St Marys Bay build where buyers pay $10m+ for space and viewsConstruction started in 2024 and is due to finish in the final quarter.09 Feb 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Sam Ruthe's star rises 50 years after Walker's win OPINION: Sir John Walker's 1976 victory was the last Olympic track gold won by a Kiwi.09 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Tragic and avoidable': Police name woman found dead at Hawke's Bay worksitePolice are appealing for sightings of a white Mazda 3 in the Taihape Rd/Omahu Rd area.09 Feb 05:34 AM
New Zealand'Everything points to it': Searcher speaks after 5-year-old found dead at Napier beachCoastguard skipper explains the frantic search for missing 5-year-old at Westshore Beach.09 Feb 03:30 AM
New ZealandCyclist seriously injured after a crash in Napier, cordons in placeThe cyclist has been airlifted to Wellington Hospital for treatment.08 Feb 09:02 PM
New ZealandBeach town suffers summer of strict water rules: Limits to showers, laundry, toilet flushing'We can't have it happening again', councillor says of the restrictions.07 Feb 11:26 PM
Super RugbyFull Super Rugby draw and results for 2026All you need to know for the Super Rugby campaign.07 Feb 11:22 PM
New ZealandPerson seriously injured in Napier assaultPolice were called to Massey Crescent in the suburb of Marewa just after 11pm.07 Feb 08:46 PM
New Zealand'Replaced more than 30 windscreens': Carnage from roadworks on level 'never seen' before'It’s the biggest muck-up I’ve ever seen on a stretch of roadworks and I’ve seen a few.'07 Feb 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Especially muggy': Incoming 'surge of humidity' as tropics start firing upKiwis are being told to prepare for 'especially muggy' conditions in the week ahead.07 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandNangs crisis emerges in regional NZ: ‘It’s epidemic now – they’re everywhere’Canisters litter gutters, with teens hunched comatose at the wheel of stopped vehicles.06 Feb 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Keep hydrated': MetService issues heat alert for Waitangi weekend scorcherTemperatures as high as 30C are expected in Whakatāne and Napier.06 Feb 04:01 PM
New ZealandPictures: Hawke’s Bay commemorates Waitangi DayLarge crowds gathered for a 'special day' of Waitangi Day commemorations.06 Feb 03:27 AM
New ZealandPolice launch investigation after boy, 5, found dead at Napier beach after large searchPolice are appealing for anyone who saw an unattended child to come forward.06 Feb 12:42 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay police continue major crime investigationsA week of homicide, shooting and robbery inquiries in Hawke's Bay.05 Feb 08:33 PM
New ZealandLongstanding clothing store departs Hastings central mall areaNapier's Cotton On store will stay open, but it's lights out in Hastings.05 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew manager for NZ team at world shearing champsBart Hadfield steps in after original manager Lance Waddell withdrew.05 Feb 03:59 PM
New Zealand'Begin to reopen': Mount Maunganui cordon to lift after deadly landslideMauao itself will remain off-limits.05 Feb 04:50 AM
New Zealand'Outstanding results': Young Napier sailors shine in tough Auckland regattaBlake Duncan, 14, and 10-year-old Frankie Barker each won their Optimist fleet grades.05 Feb 03:44 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay's Waitangi Day: Hīkoi, heat, family fun and red, red wine ahead UB40 variations have reggaed through Hawke's Bay at least three times in the past. 05 Feb 02:42 AM
New ZealandPart of road cordon near Mauao landslide to reopen A rāhui and 30m maritime exclusion zone remain in place around Mauao.04 Feb 11:09 PM
