KahuMana over money: Why Māori influencer rejected $50k gambling deal He travelled to Turkey for dental work, saving thousands.15 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Buried alive': Eels likely died due to council contractors not following code of practice'We are in the process of developing a standard operating procedure.'15 Aug 12:16 AM
New Zealand'Cruel irony': Prison gets air conditioning while hospital down the road waits'The injustice is glaring,' says a Taradale resident.14 Aug 09:26 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandShe went to 1000 funerals by the age of 18 – now it's inspired a solo stage showAs a child, Kristyl Neho assumed everyone grew up around death.14 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDouble-decker dining: Restaurateurs trying to release Napier's hospitality handbrakeA double-decker bus has been transformed into a dining room, with surrounding food trucks.14 Aug 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Absolute ball': Kiwi optometrist walks length of the UK to support charitiesHis 1700km walk raised $20,000 for Eye Care for Africa and almost $2000 for Glaucoma NZ.14 Aug 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Truly unique': Merged luxury beach apartment hits marketThe apartment is 286sq m and located on Marine Parade in Mount Maunganui. 14 Aug 08:00 AM
New ZealandOcean predator likely cause of whale strandingThe whale already had injuries when it beached and then died in Māhia, DoC says.14 Aug 04:14 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Like a truck': Why Hawke’s Bay's geology made a 4.9 quake hit so hardThe region's sediment can amplify certain kinds of seismic waves, a scientist says.14 Aug 02:49 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe 20-year-old NPC captainA new captain, big names missing, but there's hope for the young Hawke's Bay Tui.14 Aug 01:45 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke’s Bay wool queen sells business to retire after almost 50 years'I really believe that the young ones are going to come in and just be more innovative.'13 Aug 06:11 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Sense of community': Youngest frontline ambulance officer wins awardAndreas Jackson is currently the youngest frontline ambulance officer in Tararua.13 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandFrom Hastings to the world stage: Teen chess champ heads to ColombiaHe learned chess from his mum at age 4 and is now the NZ under-16 champion.13 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandTangihanga: Hastings woman’s solo show born from 1500 funeralsKristyl Neho brings 30 characters to the stage in Tangihanga, a Māori story inspired by her upbringing inside the world of funerals. Video / Wahanui ProductionsWatch13 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandDealer offered to sell party drug fantasy by the litreSalisbury offered to sell fantasy by the litre, and meth.13 Aug 08:00 AM
New ZealandThousands feel 4.9 quake in Hawke's Bay'That was easily the biggest shake I have experienced.'13 Aug 05:58 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay Show's new era: Cheaper tickets for 2025, date change likely in 2026This year's Show will remain on Hawke's Bay anniversary weekend, but change is afoot.13 Aug 04:21 AM
New ZealandRolling on to the top table: Meatball Festival nominated for best event in NZThe Hastings Meatball Festival drew 5000 attendees in its first year.13 Aug 03:50 AM
New Zealand'Meaningful difference in the world': Two Central Hawke's Bay export businesses on the riseCentral Hawke's Bay businesses Starboard Bio and Ovenden Seeds taste success at awards.13 Aug 12:35 AM
SportWhy Napier City Rovers' National League dream is slipping awayTwo rounds remain, with Napier City Rovers needing wins and Western Suburbs to lose.12 Aug 10:31 PM
New ZealandLaughs ahead: Comedy festival brings star-studded line-up to Hawke's BayThe festival starts on Thursday at Toitoi Hawke’s Bay Arts and Events Centre.12 Aug 10:09 PM
New ZealandHome values in Hawke's Bay down 16% on peak, some still decliningThe national government valuation agency calculates a 16.5% decrease from the 2021 peak.12 Aug 09:57 PM
PremiumPremiumSailGPBlack Foils' sailor opens up on managing period as sole female on boatLiv Mackay uses a menstrual cup for long hours at sea.12 Aug 07:30 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Stricter sale regulations needed as alcohol harm costs soarOPINION: The Government has done a U-turn on reduced off-licence trading hours.12 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPie maker's despair as cost of mince up as much as 40% on previous yearA longstanding baker is dipping into his savings just to keep afloat.12 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Wasn't a big fan of school': Meet the Napier teen running four businessesCole started out doing water blasting jobs after school. Now 18, he runs four businesses.12 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDeveloper hopes smaller social houses will please neighbours of $1.4m lakeview siteEleven two-bedroom homes are being built on Haumoana St in Rotorua.12 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandMillennial candidate calls for fresh leadership in Gisborne electionsWalker, a Green Party member, first ran in 2022, receiving 322 votes.12 Aug 05:00 AM
New ZealandTake a punt on the line-up: Popular music festival selling early tickets for $60Outfield's co-founders don't want financial barriers to get in the way of festival fun. 12 Aug 03:47 AM
New Zealand'Economic incentive to burn': Fine for smoky winter burnoff criticised'$300 is not a deterrent. It’s actually an economic incentive to burn,' Rex Graham says.12 Aug 03:00 AM
New ZealandHow new electoral boundaries reshape the Bay's political landscapeElectorate boundary changes include parts of Tauranga, Bay of Plenty and Rotorua.12 Aug 12:31 AM
New Zealand652 people apply to be on NZ city's first citizens' assemblyChosen 40 applicants will meet to discuss the future of Napier's aquatic centre.12 Aug 12:18 AM
New ZealandConcrete water tank falls off truck near Hastings roundaboutThe tank broke into several pieces and a fence was damaged.11 Aug 09:03 PM
New ZealandIt might feel showery but winter has been a dry one in Hawke's Bay so far Some groundwater monitoring sites on the plains have recorded the 'lowest-ever' levels.11 Aug 06:21 PM
