New ZealandVandalism damages more than 20 headstones at urupāVandalism leaves around 20 to 25 headstones at a Hawke's Bay cemetery damaged.02 Mar 11:14 PM
New ZealandOne person dies in serious highway crash that closed Saddle Rd between Ashhurst and WoodvilleOne person has died after a crash that closed the Saddle Rd.02 Mar 11:02 PM
New Zealand‘Equity crisis’: Principals urge end to NCEA reading and maths testsOver half of students from low-income schools failed the reading and writing tests.02 Mar 06:41 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness‘Yoga impacted by construction noise’: Arvida’s $50m+ fix-up irks someArvida is spending $50m+ on the main hub and apartments at its Mayfair retirement village.02 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandTruck breakdown blocking southern lanes on Hawke’s Bay Expressway; significant delaysMotorists heading south between Napier and Hastings are asked to take alternative routes.02 Mar 03:30 AM
New Zealand'Shared some wonderful times': Hawke’s Bay couple celebrate 80 years of marriageTheir secret for success has been to never go to bed on an argument.28 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow a race weekend became a dream come true for Norm Stewart‘Dream burst into reality’ when La Dulcin’ee recorded an emotionally charged win.28 Feb 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘A true man of the arts’: Renowned Hastings ballet dancer Laurie Ruffell dies Dancer rose through the Royal Ballet ranks to become a soloist.28 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe Hawke’s Bay Gardens of Alfred BuxtonThe 1950s wool boom meant farmers had plenty of money to spend on landscaping.28 Feb 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Scared out of his mind’: How mercy dash yachtie tried to save Peter Beckett’s lifeEnglishman rushed to help ex-Napier councillor after his own near-death in Guatemala.28 Feb 04:00 PM
KahuMother-daughter showdown set for NZ Manu championship finalDefending champion Fa’atupuinati Berking will compete against her mother, Honani.28 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandHealth NZ extends decision on Napier after hours urgent care by four weeksIn the meantime, the urgent care service will close at 8pm from tomorrow.28 Feb 02:57 AM
New ZealandNational flying championships: Could you drop a bag of sand from a plane and hit a target?The competition is one of the few times pilots can legally drop objects from an aircraft.28 Feb 02:28 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay Hospital receives $28.3m for new 28-bed unitThe new unit aims to improve patient flow and reduce ED wait times.28 Feb 02:23 AM
New Zealand‘Delighted’: Home found for Hawke’s Bay’s new $15m-plus hospiceThe milestone comes two years after the last proposed site was abandoned due to flooding.28 Feb 02:10 AM
New ZealandOne dead in single vehicle crash on Nuhaka Opoutama RoadNuhaka Opoutama Rd closed after tragedy.27 Feb 10:27 PM
New ZealandSummer's not over yet: 30C coming again for Hawke’s BayHawke's Bay is the place to be for the first three days of meteorological autumn.27 Feb 10:22 PM
New Zealand'Might require self-defence classes': Retailers have mixed feelings on new Govt crime measures'Usually, shoplifters just come, take what they want, and walk away.'27 Feb 09:09 PM
New Zealand'She deserved better': Ariki Rigby was murdered for wearing Mongrel Mob T-shirtFamily say they will make a 'whole lot of noise' at sentencing of murderer Jimmy Heremaia.27 Feb 08:57 PM
New ZealandHonouring Mason's legacy: Taking on a 50cc scooter ride from Napier to Wellington for a departed mate'Mason was the type of guy who would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it.'27 Feb 05:43 PM
New ZealandEmpowering women through hands-on car workshops: ‘Some have never popped the bonnet’Melissa Hannan is a mechanic on a mission to teach women basic automotive maintenance.27 Feb 05:00 PM
New Zealand14-year-old boy critically injured after alleged assault in Taradale The boy remains in hospital in a serious but stable condition after a fight in Taradale.27 Feb 01:47 AM
New ZealandElectrocuted orchard worker warned of power lines moments before his death'Yes, I know,' he responded when told to 'watch out for the wires'.27 Feb 01:30 AM
New ZealandHastings Civic Square revamp to cost close to $1mNew pavers will feature designs by tribal artists, celebrating Hastings' diversity.27 Feb 12:30 AM
New Zealand'Ballsy' move paying off as interest in NZ's first meatball festival just keeps rolling'Hastings has always had a reputation for being a bit ballsy. That’s how we roll.'26 Feb 10:32 PM
New ZealandFirefighters with wrong gear burned by sulphuric acid - reportTwo firefighters wearing incorrect safety gear suffered burns. 26 Feb 09:09 PM
New ZealandShopper trespassed from New World supermarket after taking photos of blocked fire exit'I was followed through the store ... before they trespassed me at the checkout.'26 Feb 08:08 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Huge impact': The farmer surrounded by pines on every side'The pine trees are taking over - there is not much farmland left.'26 Feb 05:00 PM
Kahu‘A huge moment’: Te Matatini’s cultural impact on TaranakiMore than 70,000 visitors are expected in New Plymouth during Te Matatini.26 Feb 04:58 PM
New ZealandSweet dreams become reality for home bakerRuby Fogarty has gone from making cakes at home to owning a store in Waipukurau.26 Feb 03:16 AM
New ZealandBreak out the butter: Cafe starts contest to find best scone ever'I would like, if we find something great, to put it on the menu.'26 Feb 02:20 AM
New ZealandHow smart water meters uncovered unseen leaks in HastingsThe meters helped identify undetected leaks under houses and streets.26 Feb 12:10 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTaming the traffic snake: Waipukurau woman aims to revolutionise local carpoolingMore than 60% of residents get income from outside the district, and the traffic shows.25 Feb 09:48 PM
New ZealandSpreading joy: Sunflower field offers free blooms and happinessLocal businesses donated seeds and skills to support the community project.25 Feb 09:14 PM
