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
New ZealandRural Hawke's Bay sports club planning to build new clubrooms Pōrangahau Sports Club's current base is 400m from its White Domain home ground.11 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA square deal as Art Deco Trust moves house in Napier'This is what it would be like if Louis Hay were building it today.'11 Aug 04:08 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyLast-minute First XV drama: King's clinch final spot in tense semiKing's College will face St Kentigern in the Auckland 1A final at Eden Park.11 Aug 02:15 AM
New ZealandMayoral candidate wants council to run a cannabis businessCamden Gaskin moved to Wairoa in 2018 after Googling the cheapest section available in NZ.10 Aug 11:31 PM
New ZealandWhy Shane Jones believes NZ needs oil and gas for energy securityJones aims for NZ to have the most affordable energy in the OECD.10 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNapier electorate expanded to take communities from TukitukiPākōwhai, Waiohiki, Fernhill, Ōmahu and rural areas such as Crownthorpe move to Napier.10 Aug 12:37 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAfter 61 years of cutting hair, veteran barber Mike Bird is not done yetMike Bird started cutting hair when he was about 14.10 Aug 12:31 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNZ receives 1500 refugees each year but Hawke’s Bay doesn’t settle any. Why?Hawke's Bay would need more services and support to start taking refugees, an expert says.09 Aug 06:00 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightMeryl Sheep and Judy Drench: Does A Dog's Show need a movie?OPINION: A Dog's Show was essential childhood viewing - second only to the Goodnight Kiwi.09 Aug 05:01 PM
New ZealandBarbie Cassidy hopes for a new champion for her woollen dog bedsBarbie Cassidy has made woollen dog beds for almost 35 years. 09 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNapier-Wairoa road: Tenders set to open for Waikare Gorge highway projectA long and winding road to Wairoa and a fix that is likely to cost $425m.08 Aug 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Pretty unreal': Community support shines for new Hastings cinemaCineverse Hastings opened on August 1 on Heretaunga St East.08 Aug 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke’s Bay has 1200 fewer jobs filled than a year ago: Stats NZ'There is work to be done but there is no cash.'08 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandFrom newcomer to guaranteed councillor, in just five daysFour candidates in Hawke’s Bay are elected unopposed across region's five councils.08 Aug 01:09 AM
New ZealandClive resident calls for dredging as first form of river maintenanceHBRC has begun work on strengthening the riverbank beside Farndon Rd.07 Aug 10:17 PM
New ZealandWeightlifter bench presses more than double his weight, sets NZ recordRaymond O'Rourke lifted the equivalent of $3250 worth of butter or $3040 of cheese.07 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandHospitality riding the winter storm: 'People just haven’t got the expendable dollar''Trying to create a vibe' in this economy means thinking outside the square.07 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandCanterbury firm keeps craft wool processing in NZWild Earth Yarns is taking over Napier's Design Spun equipment. 06 Aug 09:31 PM
New Zealand‘Caught in confusion’: Council taking another look at intersection after serious crashAaron Pohatu was taking his 11-year-old son to rugby when cars collided 'like a bomb'.06 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandMayoral forums set for Hastings and NapierGrey Power candidate events are also coming, the first on Thursday.06 Aug 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Reluctant hero': Memorial to honour NZ airman's WWII braveryPhil Lamason talked a German firing squad into disobeying an order to shoot.06 Aug 06:00 PM
Wellington'You will always be remembered': 'Caring', 'passionate' 15yo mourned after fatal ATV crashTeenager Jonty Ryan was described as someone with an unshakeable connection to nature.06 Aug 06:00 AM
New ZealandFishing ban extended around Napier's new artificial reef, plan to sink trawler progressingThe fishing ban in a small area off Napier to boost lobster, cod and other species.06 Aug 01:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFamily on why kids should never be banned from farm work: 'It empowers them'Firewood, pest control, raising stock - Lewis, 14, and sister Esther, 12, do it all.06 Aug 12:26 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke’s Bay Regional Prison could get 460 more high-security inmatesLabour says the document shows groundwork being laid for a 'mega-prison' in Hawke's Bay.05 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: The model footballer striking poses on and off the pitch Meet the Kiwi footballer who has been a fashion model on both sides of the Tasman.05 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay elections guide: 114 candidates and some fierce competition aheadThe most contested seat is in Hastings-Havelock North, with 17 candidates for seven seats.05 Aug 03:16 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPut your number plate into the iPad: Smart parking systems are here to stayThe onus needs to be on businesses to communicate the introduction, tech commentator says.04 Aug 06:00 PM
