PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe Gabrielle tree: Mānuka touted as Hawke's Bay looks for flood preventionWhen Bola struck, the response was to plant pine. Would a different tree have been better?09 May 11:22 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘I'm not losing my home’: Resident says 13% rates increase would be final straw“What are we supposed to do? Lose our houses?”09 May 08:59 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandClearing the state housing list in Napier, Kāinga Ora to start building 60 homesNumbers on the State Housing Register are starting to fall as new homes are built.09 May 06:28 AM
New ZealandStorm likely to bypass Hawke’s BayA bit of rain and showers, but a fine weekend is forecasted for sunny Hawke's Bay.09 May 05:58 AM
New ZealandNapier to get permanent St John shuttle; volunteer drivers neededThe cyclone has only highlighted the struggle for those needing to get to Hastings.09 May 03:30 AM
New ZealandTwo jewellery stores employ security guards in Hawke’s Bay after raidsDaylight heists including one in Hastings led to the measure by Michael Hill Jeweller.09 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandLinden Singers set to perform WintermezzoThe Linden Singers are now in their 52nd year of performing.08 May 11:51 PM
New ZealandEbony Lamb headlining second week of HB Music MonthHB Music Month is running throughout May, with 16 concerts in small halls across the Bay.08 May 10:32 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke’s Bay-born sparky inspires others through bilingual journalingHira Nathan didn't think he'd get into journaling, but now he's published his own book.08 May 10:15 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMany truckloads of silt to move in Hawke's Bay's $266m clean-upMoving and disposing of silt is the biggest job in the region.08 May 04:51 AM
New ZealandOrchard waste burning now allowed in Hawke's BayThe Hawke's Bay Regional Council has confirmed orchardists can burn certain vegetation.08 May 03:59 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Quite frankly, this is devastating’: Mayor hits out at approval of station saleMayor Alex Walker said the project would be "high risk" for the environment and community.08 May 03:50 AM
New ZealandFree ‘energy coaching’ powers household savingsAn 'energy coaching' service is extended to help whānau save on electricity bills.07 May 11:03 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Helping to fix throwaway mindsetNapier's Repair Cafe is fostering a fix-it culture.07 May 10:08 PM
New ZealandContrasting events celebrate King Charles' coronationA series of pictures showing commemoration of King Charles coronation in Hawke's Bay07 May 02:45 AM
New ZealandGoing to the dogs to raise money for cyclone relief at wineryHundreds turned out for the mass dog walk event, featuring wine, at Elephant Hill.07 May 01:53 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFace-off over hospital claims as race for Tukituki beginsThe National candidate says the Labour MP may be over-egging a new hospital proposal.07 May 12:50 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke's Bay club rugby: Victory at last for Havelock NorthSix teams lead the race for the top six, but two others are still in the running.06 May 10:35 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle three months on: Flashbacks, paradise lost and long winter aheadDeep feelings of heartbreak and loss remain three months on from Cyclone Gabrielle05 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLaying it Bare: Deciphering Hawke’s Bay’s most intriguing islandVery few people experience the wildlife wonders of Te Motu-o-Kura, with good reason.05 May 05:31 AM
New ZealandMother who beat child, hid injuries under face paint on Air NZ flight fails to reduce jail sentenceJailed woman tried to hide child's injuries under face paint on Air NZ flight.05 May 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Deserved a better ending': Cape Kidnappers tour company closes with swipe at 'red tape'For almost 70 years they'd driven past Cape Kidnappers' stunning cliffs, until a collapse.05 May 04:03 AM
New ZealandPower returns to Hawke’s Bay: Unison network now fully restored, three months onAnother big step has been taken in the region's recovery from Cyclone Gabrielle.05 May 03:47 AM
New ZealandRatepayers to fund Samoa trip for Hastings mayor and council CEOA friendship agreement will be signed with the Samoan district of Falealili.05 May 03:02 AM
New Zealand'Up Chuck': Firefighters monitor Napier group’s plan to burn King Charles effigyA local collective of artists is lighting fires instead of watching the coronation.05 May 02:43 AM
New ZealandHōhepa Hawkes Bay scoops more awards for its cheeseHōhepa Hawkes Bay knows a thing or two about making mouth-watering cheese.05 May 02:40 AM
New ZealandReturn or rebuild: The different paths Hawke’s Bay most flood-damaged schools are takingIt might take three years, but kids' laughter will ring out at Omahu School again.05 May 02:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom the MTG: Huia image donated in aid of flood recoveryArtist donates work to aid in the recovery efforts of her Ngāti Kahungunu iwi.05 May 12:01 AM
New ZealandTake yourself on some late-life adventuresThere are many benefits to moving to London at a later stage in your life.05 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandThe cyclone, the $40,000 grants, and the mysterious people deciding who gets themThey were steamrolled by silt and rain. Now they're in a new fight - over grants.04 May 10:24 PM
New ZealandBreakers Napier shuts permanently - cyclone the final blowThe restaurant spokesperson's last plea was simple: “support your local businesses”.04 May 07:49 PM
New ZealandInteractive map shows bird's-eye view of flooding, silt damage in Hawke’s Bay and TairāwhitiMap was created by Dragonfly Data Science in partnership with Social Wellbeing Agency.04 May 06:19 AM
New ZealandRoad toll creeps up in Hawke’s BayThe toll in Hawke's Bay is up, with two deaths in the last month alone.04 May 04:54 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIkea-linked overseas buyer gets green light to buy land606ha of notable Central Hawke’s Bay land can now be sold to foreigners with pine plans.04 May 03:08 AM
