New ZealandOur best and brightest: Hawke's Bay's duxes on their plans for the futureThe brightest young academic talents in Hawke's Bay have been recognised by their schools.17 Dec 08:25 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyInside New Zealand's most fertile breeding ground for rugby talentThe Global Youth Sevens tournament has produced more than 40 future internationals.17 Dec 06:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSimply Sybil: The centenarian who passed her driver's licence, then surrendered it'There were no shirkers, no one was entitled, all had a job to do, didn’t hold grudges.'17 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand10-year old boy cleans 180 bins in exchange for 152 cans to donate to a foodbankHereworth School’s appeal collected 900kg of food for local families in need.17 Dec 05:00 PM
Black Caps'Resilience is our motto': Black Cap juggles injury, wife's leukaemia battle and dad's strokeBlair Tickner has opened up on family health battles after his injury blow.17 Dec 05:01 AM
New ZealandChristmas Day weather predictions revealedMetService expects rain bands to move in from the southwest during Christmas week.17 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandHo ho hot: 30C possible in Hawke’s Bay on Christmas DayMetService says Hawke's Bay could be NZ's hottest spot for a festive lunch, literally.17 Dec 02:28 AM
New ZealandNew community facility for Māori health in NapierTe Kupenga Hauora Ahuriri started operating in Napier in 1994.17 Dec 12:47 AM
New ZealandAide resigning over Napier mayor's 'disregard for Treaty principles' was 'dedicated servant'The deputy mayor is confident she and the mayor will continue to work constructively.16 Dec 09:49 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely amazing': Record turnout for charity motorcycle ride supporting firefightersMore than 50 riders took part in the charity ride from Napier to Taupo.16 Dec 08:24 PM
New ZealandNapier woman with more than 100 relatives in Bondi reacts to terror attackMore than 100 of Rebecca Moses' relatives live in and around Bondi Beach.16 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Forests won’t disappear, so our behaviour around them needs to changeOPINION: We can’t change that we have more pine trees. We can change our behaviour.16 Dec 03:59 PM
New Zealand'Chunky' showers: Thunderstorm warnings issued for South IslandThe severe thunderstorm warning issued for the Ashburton area has now been lifted.16 Dec 04:51 AM
New ZealandFrom tinsel to emergency: Wairoa firefighters respond to fire moments before Christmas paradeVolunteer crews show their dedication after missing out on festive fun. 16 Dec 02:23 AM
New ZealandPlan confirmed for $60m new bridge at Waiohiki; work to start in 2026The confirmed plan for the $60 million new bridge was one of six options considered.15 Dec 10:11 PM
New ZealandHastings council CEO appoints PI to examine complaint about councillorSteve Gibson was the top-polling councillor in this year's local body elections.15 Dec 09:37 PM
New Zealand'It’s an interactive art piece': Man charged with stealing provocative flag'Good art will provoke thought. It provoked me to think that maybe I should pick this up.'15 Dec 08:24 PM
New ZealandFrom Cairns to Napier – a new coach for the HawksWill Lopez gets the nod as the Hawks recruit another coach from the Australian NBL.15 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandCool change hits just before Christmas as heavy rain, gales and thunderstorms move inDaytime highs will plunge, with some towns reaching only 16C on Wednesday.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Hawke’s Bay Special Olympians bring home 30 medals from national gamesThe Hawke’s Bay team collected 11 gold, 11 silver and eight bronze medals.15 Dec 01:51 AM
New ZealandDoctor named as Labour candidate for NapierAlex Hedley wants to reclaim the seat for Labour from National's Katie Nimon.15 Dec 12:52 AM
New ZealandHB cities under Level 3 water restrictions as usage hits 95 million litres a dayA total ban on open-air fires and fireworks is also in place.14 Dec 11:26 PM
New ZealandFrom ‘naughty’ to champion: Young horses shine at Hawke’s Bay showjumping'She was meant to be sold, but I could never get her broken in in time for the auctions.'14 Dec 10:39 PM
New ZealandGales, heavy rain and cooler temps on way as active front sweeps up NZIt's expected to reach the North Island by tomorrow and draw temperatures down.14 Dec 09:53 PM
New ZealandNo more detours: Truckies rapt as $10m-plus upgrade of Hawke's Bay bridge confirmed'These works will be essential to unlocking the region’s full economic potential.'14 Dec 08:49 PM
New ZealandFireworks, live music and dancing for free: Napier plans big New Year’s Eve partyFamilies can enjoy fireworks shows at 9.45pm and midnight for free.13 Dec 05:00 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: ‘Tis the season for the great cricket ground debateOPINION: Everyone seems to have an opinion on which cricket ground is the best.13 Dec 04:00 PM
WellingtonWhich part of NZ was the most generous with Givealittle donations this year?A new report highlights some of the causes Kiwis cared most about this financial year.13 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice officer commended for bravery after rescuing family during Cyclone GabrielleDetective Sergeant Heath Jones waded through chest-high floodwaters to reach victims.13 Dec 05:56 AM
New ZealandBoy, 12, honoured for bravery after saving dad in two-hour knife attackThe 12-year-old is the third youngest ever to receive this bravery honour.12 Dec 11:28 PM
Rugby World Cup'Pretty crazy': Player from Hawke's Bay targeting All Blacks clash with Hong Kong ChinaPenetana Carter-Smith will be eligible to play for Hong Kong China in 2026.12 Dec 10:01 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle‘I couldn’t hold a piece of paper’: Young CEO’s burnout wake-up callWork-related stress caused Stephanie Brown's health to break down before she was even 30. 12 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay’s twin cities record hottest spring in 135 years - experts warn of ‘new normal’Temperatures in Hawke’s Bay, like most of the country, have been 'well above average'.12 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Constant confusion': Calls grow for Napier traffic light fix after cyclist injuredResidents say the lights, a gateway to the Hawke's Bay Expressway, feel like 'chaos'.12 Dec 05:00 PM
