New ZealandHoliday traffic: Congestion easesCongestion north of Auckland and around Wellington has eased, NZ Transport Agency says.22 Oct 12:38 AM
New ZealandJury struggles for verdict in abuse caseThe jury in the trial of Napier man accused of "sadistic" offending against his partner is struggling to reach unanimous verdicts The 20 Oct 02:30 AM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Meet the 'grizzly' at Hawke's Bay A&P showHamilton Logan is 92 next month, and this "old grizzly" has been attending Hawke's Bay A&P Show for 70 years. Far from getting sick of it, he says the show is a 'must-see'. Made with funding from NZ On Air.20 Oct 01:51 AM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Meet the 'grizzly' at Hawke's Bay A&P showHamilton Logan is 92 next month, and this "old grizzly" has been attending Hawke's Bay A&P Show for 70 years. Far from getting sick of it, he says the show is a 'must-see'. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch20 Oct 01:44 AM
BusinessGrape-ripening approach attracts interestFor the past six seasons Chris Henry has been honing the scientific pursuit of enhancing the maturity of wine grapes.19 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandGastro outbreak hot topic at water summitThe Havelock North gastro outbreak - and whether the same catastrophe could unfold in other places - is the hot topic at a major water conference underway this week.19 Oct 12:39 AM
BusinessHawke's Bay to gain from Auckland painWatch NZH Focus: A coalition of five Hawke's Bay councils is spearheading a campaign to turn Auckland's pain into their region's gain.18 Oct 06:07 PM
New ZealandDog pound inquiry launchedThe Napier pound will be investigated by the Ministry for Primary Industries following a complaint of alleged breaches of the Animal 18 Oct 02:00 AM
EconomyHawke's Bay earnings skyrocketMedian weekly earnings in Hawke's Bay are surging ahead of other North Island regions.17 Oct 04:43 PM
New Zealand'Girl's parents found relationship toxic'The jury in the High Court in Napier will consider 28 verdicts against a Napier man accused of sexually abusing and torturing his 17 Oct 02:43 AM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Wairoa residents sick of dustA petition to have one of Wairoa's main alternative roads sealed has attracted more than 240 signatures. Kiwi Road residents want it sealed to decrease dust nuisance, improve their health and overall lifestyle. Made with funding from NZ On Air.17 Oct 02:07 AM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Wairoa residents sick of dustA petition to have one of Wairoa’s main alternative roads sealed has attracted more than 240 signatures. Kiwi Road is just one of several rural roads residents want sealed to decrease dust nuisance, improve their health and overall lifestyle. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch17 Oct 01:50 AM
New ZealandCrash injuries part of Targa actionTwo drivers were airlifted to hospital after the first of two crashes at the Targa New Zealand tarmac motor rally yesterday. Auckland 16 Oct 04:45 PM
New ZealandMore unsettled weather to comeThe weekend's freak storm in Napier and Hastings - when hail fell, and blue skies darkened - could herald a turbulent week ahead16 Oct 04:17 PM
New ZealandEmaciated pets left tied to dead dogEmaciated dogs have been uplifted from a Ruatoria property after a visitor discovered them tied up next to the decomposing body of another dog.15 Oct 05:49 AM
BusinessHome with six-generation history for saleHilton Station Homestead near Havelock North in Hawke's Bay is for sale after 145 years in the same family.14 Oct 11:29 PM
KahuSticking together through thick and thinThe Union was the essential element and the core that held everything together, and protected our interests. There was a mental 14 Oct 10:00 PM
New ZealandAlcohol sold to teens in police stingThree liquor outlets in the Tararua District have come under fire for selling alcohol to underage teens, despite being shown their correct ID.14 Oct 05:19 PM
New ZealandTeens arrested following alleged burglaryThree teenagers were nabbed by police in Napier last night as they were allegedly burgling a house.14 Oct 02:53 AM
New ZealandRape trial accused calls himself a 'monster'Timothy Hebberley's recorded police interview has been played to the jury at his High Court trial in Napier.13 Oct 05:28 AM
New ZealandMohaka shooting victim namedThe name of a man who died after a shooting at a rural Hawke's Bay property has been released, and his father charged with murder.13 Oct 04:16 AM
KahuSchool honours Sir Pita SharplesThe latest inductee into the Central Hawke's Bay College Honours is Sir Pita Sharples. Sir Pita attended Central Hawke's Bay College's 13 Oct 12:10 AM
New ZealandBusinesses seek water crisis fundsForty-nine Havelock North businesses have applied for assistance from the Hastings District Council following the contamination of 12 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandAlleged abuse victim cross-examinedA woman who was allegedly sexually abused and tortured by her partner over two-and-a-half years, is back in the dock at a High Court trial in Napier.11 Oct 11:39 PM
New ZealandMan arrested after hunt by policePolice are hunting for a person wanted for arrest after a sighting in Napier's Marine Parade area this morning.11 Oct 11:15 PM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Community rallies to save Woodville Railway StationThe Woodville community is coming together for the sake of an old railway station under threat. And Kiwi Rail seems likely to agree. Made with funding from NZ on Air.Watch11 Oct 07:44 PM
New ZealandTeacher hit child with laptop coverA teacher hit one of her students across the head several times with a soft-shelled laptop case after she tripped on his items and hurt her injured hip on his desk.11 Oct 03:25 AM
New Zealand92yo offers $2: 'Scumbag' steals walletAs an elderly woman was giving $2 to a young man, he grabbed her wallet, leaving her hand bruised as he ran off.10 Oct 07:15 AM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Napier's cruise ship season off to a good startCruise ships coming to Napier Port are on the up, with 10 more expected this season. Local businesses are expected to reap the benefits with nearly 100,000 passengers expected to visit. Made with funding from NZ on Air.10 Oct 06:20 AM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Napier’s cruise ship season off to a good startCruise ships coming to Napier Port are on the up, with 10 more expected this season. Local businesses are expected to reap the benefits with nearly 100,000 passengers expected to visit. Made with funding from NZ on Air.Watch10 Oct 06:13 AM
New ZealandRuataniwha Dam stance a worryThe business community has mixed reactions towards a greener and more anti-dam stance on the Hawke's Bay Regional Council. Hawke's 10 Oct 01:30 AM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Tracey Collis Tararua District’s new mayorTracey Collis vows to hit the ground running as she steps up the challenge of Tararua District’s new mayor. Made with funding from NZ on Air.Watch09 Oct 08:02 PM
New ZealandCancers left hidden by test changeChanges undermine value of national bowel screening programme, expert says.09 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: Yule gets 6th termLawrence Yule talks to Local Focus about his 6th mayoral term and insists this will be the last. Made with funding from NZ on Air.08 Oct 10:08 PM
