Latest from Hawke's Bay

Ten years old, and his books are sweeping the country

Napier has a new literary prodigy, and he's already five chapters into his next book.

Shearing: The UK record hopeful who was a likely lad in Hawke’s Bay

Steve Rowberry, who shore in Hawke's Bay 13 years ago, tackles a world record next month.

Wyn Drabble: Spontaneous humour is the funniest

If the moment passes, your gag won’t be funny anymore.

An inspiration for women in sport leadership

Paula Hansen reflects on her roots as the world cup approaches.

Bones found at Flaxmere property found to be non-human

"Human bones" found at a Flaxmere property turned out to be from an animal

Basketball: Hawks battle the odds in Rams NBL showdown

The Rams have posted the two biggest scores against the Hawks this season.

Big win in First XV rugby for Hastings Boys' High over Rotorua

Hastings sit fourth in Super 8 after defeating Rotorua 29-24.

Cyclone recovery front of mind for Ngāti Kahungunu

Recovery and restoring the health of waterways were the focus of the annual iwi hui.

Italy first stop for vintage-hopping student

Wine wunderkind's wanderlust leads to Europe.

Auckland stunned as 'gutsy' Tui upset the Farah Palmer Cup apple cart

Success in the premiership? Suddenly it's not an impossibility for the Tui.

Councillor disappointed with Heretaunga Hastings rebrand

Hastings' new brand, “Heretaunga Hastings” covers both the council and the district.

He was a gambling addict at 8. One moment turned his life around

Sonny Kotuhi went to prison because of his addiction; now he goes back to help others.

Water storage stoush: Climate extremes call for urgent solution, says WHHB shareholder

A man wanting to build water storage says a lack of urgency could mean a bleak future.

Police called to Ocean Spa in Napier over gang exchange

Reports to police said one person was wielding a crowbar.

They bought a dilapidated building and created one of NZ’s rising B&Bs

'It’s the best decision we have made. We have absolutely no regrets.'

New ambulance for Napier can treat up to 50 people

It has bulk equipment, stretchers, an inflatable rescue shelter, lighting, and a generator