PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Lesser of two evils': Support for law change to allow kids to bike on footpathsNapier mum Christina Johnson didn't know it was illegal for kids to ride on the footpath. 20 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay tramper saw a zebra in the bush and knew he was in troubleJohn Sharpe could feel he was close to collapsing, but he had a way out.20 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand115-year-old Hawke's Bay cottage sold for just $57,000It was the third-cheapest freestanding home sale nationwide in 2025.20 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand500 schools ranked: New NCEA hotspots list – where top marks meet affordable housingAnalysis reveals schools with highest academic results and cheaper houses.20 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice seek witnesses after serious bar brawl in HastingsThe incident at the Common Room left several people injured and sent one to hospital.20 Mar 02:45 AM
New ZealandAs gouda as it gets: Boutique Hawke's Bay cheeses win national trophiesThis was Craggy Range's first year producing all its cheese on farm in Tukituki Valley.20 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandGang associate chatted calmly with businessman before killing him with a single punchJay Aranui later told police his victim looked like a good fella but he felt like a fight.20 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandPolice investigate after man's body found at construction sitePolice are working to identify the man, who was not an employee at the site.20 Mar 12:12 AM
New Zealand$250m snub: Beachfront home owners call for flooding protection ‘fair go’Ann Redstone wants coastal communities to get 'same consideration as inland communities'.19 Mar 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke’s Bay retail theft downA dedicated HB retail crime unit has arrested 151 people and laid 592 related charges.19 Mar 09:51 PM
New ZealandBullying allegations see senior Corrections staffer under investigationLeigh Marsh, a top prison boss, now faces an external bullying probe.19 Mar 08:31 PM
New ZealandHe almost went to jail over a road sign – now he’s won the fight to get it changed'I nearly went to jail. But those signs didn’t belong there.'19 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPlans resurface to burn treated timber at mill near NapierA trial will monitor whether there are any health risks.19 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandWaipawa Lotto ticket wins $333k First Division share in midweek drawThe BP Waipawa ticket is one of three sharing $1m First Division.19 Mar 03:11 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke's Bay premier club rugby to kick off with eight teamsAotea and Central Hawke’s Bay have both decided to play in a lower grade.19 Mar 02:29 AM
New Zealand$125 in tax per keg: Call for excise reduction on pints to bring Kiwis back to pubsSales of on-premises alcohol have dropped from about 40% of total alcohol sales to 15%.18 Mar 10:50 PM
New Zealand'Future-focused' business wins East Coast farm environment titleThe Gaddums produce chicory-finished lamb alongside premium grass-fed Angus beef.18 Mar 08:08 PM
New Zealand'I hope you feel our family's pain every day': Drugged teen driver who killed young mum jailed“It breaks my heart. We miss her so much,” Jayde Staples' grandmother told the court.18 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandThe chase goes on as Napier seeks more big gamesMore big games are being sought for the Hurricanes' second home of McLean Park.18 Mar 02:49 AM
New ZealandFrimley Pool to be replaced by grassPool visitor numbers plunged from 15,400 in 2018/19 to under 5000 in its last summer.17 Mar 11:59 PM
New Zealand'Horrible': Fuel price surge a cost truckers can't absorbNigel Castles says it has added $1000 to the daily bill to run his 11-truck fleet.17 Mar 11:40 PM
BusinessConsumers 'nervous' about economic outlook amid war in Middle EastThe index slipped to 94.7 in March, showing pessimists now outnumber optimists.17 Mar 10:42 PM
New ZealandThe number of flights Air NZ is cutting in Hawke’s Bay as jet fuel costs surgeHawke's Bay's losing dozens of flights to Auckland and Wellington between March and May.17 Mar 09:28 PM
EntertainmentRobbie Williams confirms New Zealand shows this yearThe Angels singer will bring his Britpop World Tour to Auckland and Christchurch.17 Mar 05:55 PM
New ZealandThe simple rules this Napier couple say kept them married for 70 yearsThe Napier couple were stunned to receive a letter from King Charles and Queen Camilla.17 Mar 05:00 PM
Sport'Biggest season': Why Napier City Rovers' 2026 campaign matters so muchCoach Bill Robertson has rebuilt the squad, bringing in more than 10 new players.17 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Fireball that streaked across Hawke’s Bay sky likely to be burning space junkWitnesses from Wairoa to Napier saw the glowing object about 6.15am on Tuesday.17 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandWattie’s proposed cuts a big blow to seed, arable growersHorticulture NZ CEO says it's "tough news for the New Zealand vegetable sector".17 Mar 02:30 AM
New ZealandCouncil pledges $200,000 to rebuild Hawke's Bay swing bridgeThe rebuild would be a big leap of reconnection for the Central Hawke's Bay community. 17 Mar 02:24 AM
New Zealand'Absolute legend': Hero who saved family of four trapped in notorious surf identified'The young man deserves a commendation; he risked his life,' a witness says.17 Mar 12:53 AM
New ZealandNapier's third deputy mayor in less than a month voted inHe was the only nomination at an extraordinary meeting of the council today.17 Mar 12:10 AM
TravelWhy this low-key cruise is the answer if you hate waterslides and buffetsOn shore, guests can book niche excursions, from truffle hunts to Art Deco gin.16 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandMysterious object thought to be space junk over Hawke's BayThe meteor, filmed here by fishermen in Awatoto, was seen from Napier and Wairoa. Video / Codey MontgomerieWatch16 Mar 08:56 PM
New ZealandUnidentified young man praised for acts to save people trapped in surf at notorious beach 'The young man deserves a commendation; he risked his life.'16 Mar 05:00 PM
