New ZealandA place to call home: Cyclone-smashed school rebuilt in time for new year'I can’t wait to see the look in their eyes when they walk through the gate.'30 Jan 10:24 PM
New ZealandGoing up in the world - three-storey inner city housing ready in NapierThe lack of parking created some opposition - so what does it look like now it's done?30 Jan 09:42 PM
New ZealandA rare celestial spectacle: How to see the planets alignFor those eager to see it, Hawke’s Bay Holt Planetarium is hosting a Sunday observation.30 Jan 08:31 PM
New Zealand'They have to do what they said': Frustration as flood resilience costs riseHawke's Bay Regional Council seeks extra funding as project costs reach $26.94 million.30 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandOn the road again: Poverty Bay polo players clocking up the kmsPoverty Bay A pipped 4-3 by Hawke's Bay team in the Dewar Cup zero-goal final.30 Jan 02:04 AM
New ZealandGovt invests $67m in Hawke's Bay Hospital upgradesThe radiology department will be upgraded, and a new cancer treatment machine added.30 Jan 12:23 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Not ideal’: Plan to address coastal flooding in Hawke’s Bay delayed over $34m costThe climate change and coastal erosion impact strategy has been years in the making.29 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandSpeedway: Meeanee drivers hope to capitalise on home trackDon-Tage Irfan has earnt himself a reputation as an entertaining stirrer.29 Jan 10:40 PM
New ZealandMore than 300 patients airlifted by Hawke’s Bay rescue helicopter in 2024The helicopter crew averaged over one mission a day in 2024.29 Jan 10:34 PM
New Zealand‘Safer and more resilient’ Route 52 upgrade completeHistoric Route 52 roading upgrade complete after four years.29 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandOne of Hawke’s Bay’s oldest homes up for sale, after refreshOne of Napier's oldest homes is up for sale for the second time in three years.28 Jan 10:57 PM
New ZealandSpeed limits back up to 100km/h by JulyThe speed limits were lowered almost two years ago.28 Jan 10:51 PM
New ZealandNapier festival cancelled as ticket sales fall short for Queen tributeQueen tribute band couldn't save Napier's Revival Festival from cancellation.28 Jan 09:47 PM
New ZealandOne region, four highways, 32 hours of closures: Police urge caution after tragic week'The speed limit is not a target, and we want people to drive to the conditions.'28 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi man's rebuild of the famous 'lost Bugatti' to be unveiled at Art Deco FestivalAll but three of the country's 15 vintage and classic Bugatti models will be in Napier.28 Jan 04:48 AM
New ZealandHow a Hawke’s Bay police duo conquered the world bodybuilding stagePolice officer wins the Pro Miss Figure world title in Canberra on debut.28 Jan 03:05 AM
BusinessMysterious collapse of water bottling company owing creditors $2.6mThe firm, established at Awatoto in 2018, closed last July and is in liquidation.28 Jan 01:00 AM
New Zealand'Rising stars': Hawke's Bay growers praised amid science boostThe Government's goal is to double exports by 2034 through increased investment.28 Jan 12:55 AM
New ZealandBatter Christian Leopard soldiers on through injuryRed-ball cricket doesn't hold quite the appeal it once did for the 27-year-old.27 Jan 11:11 PM
New ZealandFour people flown to hospital by helicopter after Napier-Taupō Rd crashThree rescue helicopters, one each from Taupō, Hawke’s Bay and Gisborne, responded.27 Jan 07:30 PM
New Zealand'Our happy place': The organisation with a waitlist of volunteers in a tough economyAs large Bay charities are hit by a tough economy, a small op-shop thrives.27 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessZ-backed EV supercharging start-up fuels $17m investmentHawke's Bay business Kwetta has attracted Europe's interest. 27 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandLogging train revival to help 'deteriorating' Napier-Taihape Rd'After some pencil-sharpening, we’ve been able to get this agreement in place.'27 Jan 02:33 AM
New ZealandNapier’s freedom camping shake-up should include a site for homeless: Advocacy groupProposed changes to the camping rules have received a wave of feedback.27 Jan 02:04 AM
New Zealand‘Empowering and therapeutic’: Award-winning musical set for Hastings'Therapy: The Musical' will play in Hastings on March 5 and 6.26 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandWave of yellowfin tuna in Hawke's Bay as $20k fishing competition nears'It is looking like a record number for a season ... it's a bit weird.'26 Jan 10:29 PM
New ZealandRats in the pantry: Misuse of Dannevirke’s Pātaka Kai sparks concernRubbish instead of food: A community food pantry in Dannevirke is being misused.26 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Reject this bill’: Denis O’Reilly’s call at Treaty Principles hearingSubmitters met at Waiohiki Marae for a karakia before heading to Wellington.26 Jan 04:55 PM
New ZealandSH2 reopens after fatal crash forces closureThe crash involved two vehicles and occurred about 8.10am, with one death now confirmed.26 Jan 03:36 AM
New Zealand$17m refurbishment milestone for Hawke’s Bay Hospital outpatientsThe Puawānanga Outpatients facility's second refurbishment stage is complete.25 Jan 11:32 PM
New ZealandAMI reveals Hawke’s Bay's top 10 stolen car models for 2024Has your Nissan gone missing? Car thieves' favourite vehicles to nick are revealed.25 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand10-year-old Napier dancer wins top NZ jazz award for fourth yearYoung dancer Bella Hey tops NZ jazz exams for the fourth consecutive year.24 Jan 04:55 PM
New ZealandNapier’s Bella Hey wins top NZ jazz dance award for fourth yearYoung dancer Bella Hey tops NZ jazz exams for the fourth consecutive year. Video / Rafaella MeloWatch24 Jan 04:55 PM
New ZealandDon't forget your route closures: Six60 concert needed council green light for roadblockThe Six60 concert in Hawke’s Bay has been postponed to October 25.23 Jan 11:00 PM
