New ZealandHawke’s Bay-based clothing brand Kilt to shutter its Napier factoryIt is keeping stores open, but closing its Napier factory, which has at least 18 staff.21 Nov 02:36 AM
New ZealandMissing person named as dead man found near mouth of Mohaka RiverThe 19-year-old from Te Awamutu was reported missing over a month ago.21 Nov 01:38 AM
New ZealandSupermarket swap: Napier’s two near-neighbouring Countdowns to become two WoolworthsNeither of the supermarkets separated by just one street in Napier are being sold.21 Nov 01:14 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWho loves Hawke's Bay the most? The riot that started The Exponents' HB love affairThe oldest on the bill for a heaving festival? That means nothing when it's Jordan Luck.20 Nov 11:13 PM
New ZealandWhat’s with the Hastings sheep? Artworks explained in new guideHow do you build a giant steel cherry blossom? And what’s with those sheep?20 Nov 09:08 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay’s Brad Weber makes French debut in Parisian derbyBrad Weber was on the bench before getting his first run in France.20 Nov 04:13 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay’s rain warning over, but more showers on region’s radarRainfall has left Hawke's Bay sodden, and there is more to come.19 Nov 10:36 PM
New ZealandFireworks shot at police as 200 vehicles stopped at Hawke’s Bay street racing eventDozens of infringements were handed out, nine cars impounded, and some arrested.19 Nov 08:50 PM
New ZealandIn pictures: Muddy madness in Central Hawke’s Bay; fresh and clean hip-hop in HastingsSlick dance moves and slippery slopes combined this weekend.19 Nov 01:11 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIn darkness, avoiding a sting, a million bees cross the Hawke's Bay borderThis was what beekeepers had been desperate for after the cyclone flooded many hives.19 Nov 12:10 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain warning for ranges of Hawke's BayHeavy rain is expected to fall over 24 hours, with 150mm in the ranges.18 Nov 11:57 PM
New ZealandFlash Planet? Revamped Hastings icon Splash Planet to open on MondayA fair bit of water will greet guests of Splash Planet on Monday.18 Nov 11:49 PM
New Zealand'Intolerable risk to life': Behind the scenes of the office buying $110m of cyclone-smashed homes140 homeowners in Hawke's Bay are meeting the teams that will buy their flooded homes.18 Nov 11:06 PM
New ZealandMissing worker found dead at bottom of bank after police search forestry blockA man working on a forestry block near Dannevirke did not return home from work.18 Nov 07:57 PM
New ZealandIt's all coming up roses for EmiliePom Pom Florals has opened in Heretaunga Street East.17 Nov 07:23 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLandlord who ran unlawful property slams tenant who filmed leaksWater drips onto sockets, seeps through floor. Scott Healey decides enough's enough.17 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandJurors weep as teen found guilty of murdering camper for his carThe teen was on a programme for at-risk youth when he fatally stabbed Adrian Humphreys.17 Nov 05:17 AM
New ZealandLetters to the Editor: Israel, Gaza conflict coverageReaders have their say on war and supermarket promotions.17 Nov 01:01 AM
New ZealandTribute from a grieving community: Flaxmere's call to rename a park after homicide victimThree parks in Flaxmere have the same name - could one be a tribute to Darcy Strickland?17 Nov 12:39 AM
New ZealandEx-minister Stuart Nash ready for another project as Hawke’s Bay home hits the marketThe ex-minister is selling up, but insists he's not leaving Hawke's Bay any time soon.16 Nov 11:30 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessGivealittle donation record: Who got the most support?More than ever before was raised through the online platform, despite a challenging year.16 Nov 02:10 AM
New ZealandHigh-profile mobster admits to dealing meth in prisonPoutawa “Puk” Kireka has been in custody for over a year after bashing a good Samaritan.15 Nov 11:39 PM
New ZealandDry spell to end this weekend but rain on the wayIn a stark contrast to last weekend, rain is on the way for Hawke's Bay.15 Nov 10:41 PM
New ZealandCyclone-hit business moving back after a rent-free ten monthsJack Tarrant said his team was met with a warm smile and a fully stocked beer fridge.15 Nov 10:14 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWill it be Viva Las Vegas?The track was created in a parking lot adjacent to the hotel15 Nov 10:10 PM
New ZealandShellfish ban to last for weeks or months, flooding mooted as toxin causeNZ Food Safety says flooding could have added nutrients that are causing the toxin.15 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandTāngarākau campground murder: Forensic evidence alone proves teen killed camper, Crown claimsAdrian Humphreys was fatally stabbed while camping last year in remote Taranaki.15 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandCruise ship with Covid, gastro outbreak to change passengers ahead of NZ visitThe large cruise ship will be the first big bopper to visit the local port this season.15 Nov 04:31 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay news in brief: Classic cars to hit the Napier Sound ShellA selection of brief news from Hawke's Bay.15 Nov 03:07 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay's biggest weekend? Visitor number metric hits new recordMore than 40,000 visitors were in HB on Sunday, a metric introduced in 2020 show.15 Nov 02:57 AM
New ZealandEsk River Bridge slow-down on SH2 for cracks to be repairedHawke's Bay's Esk River Bridge is 80 years old and it will take 3 weeks to repair it.15 Nov 01:37 AM
New ZealandChristmas Cheer appeal: Giving brings cheer to gifter and receiverThe Hawke's Bay Christmas Cheer appeal is up and running.14 Nov 09:38 PM
New Zealand‘Really thrilled’: Napier to feature on the world triathlon circuitTick off February 24-25 for the triathlon in Napier.14 Nov 03:39 AM
New ZealandThe ninth life: A kitten saved and an SPCA pleaLittle Mighty Bean had a zero-10 per cent chance of living, and he's still fighting.14 Nov 02:42 AM
