New ZealandFamily's plea: Stolen binoculars hold much sentimental value - originally from shipwreck'It’s unbelievable how I acquired them'. Beloved binoculars stolen from Westshore home.27 Nov 10:34 PM
New Zealand'Right combo of wind, waves, tides': Why a pou swept away in cyclone was found 650 days later'The marae's still alive, the carving is still alive and the people of Tangoio are alive.'27 Nov 02:18 AM
New ZealandNZ city marks its 150th birthdayNapier is marking 150 years of the municipality.27 Nov 02:14 AM
New Zealand Best of Hawke’s Bay and East Coast civil construction celebrated Winners recognised at celebration of best civil infrastructure.26 Nov 11:31 PM
KahuPou returns after 650 daysNgāti Kahungunu says it's a welcome sight. Video / Te AoWatch26 Nov 05:40 PM
New ZealandMutes from Mars break disability barriers through musicFeaturing musicians with disabilities, Mutes from Mars perform in Hawke's Bay on Nov 28.26 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandHamish Pinkham’s tips for festival success: The music, the venue and the vibesBlack Barn will be a 'natural home' for the event, with a 'pulsing bassline' thrown in. 26 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandHere comes the heat: Parts of NZ to hit 30C this weekKiwis are in for an early dose of scorching summer days - and nights - later this week.26 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Generosity and spirit': The trail of kindness that raised $500k for hospiceWork of over 400 volunteers a 'testament to the compassion that defines this community'.26 Nov 07:00 AM
New ZealandFirefighters wary as 31C forecast for parts of already dry Hawke’s BayForecasts suggest the region could hit its highest temperatures of the year so far.26 Nov 02:16 AM
New ZealandDriver charged over Napier crash which hospitalised cyclistA cyclist remains in hospital almost five months after the crash.26 Nov 02:08 AM
New ZealandWitnesses wanted after person hit by vehicle then assaulted in NapierThe victim was taken to hospital with serious injuries.25 Nov 09:47 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBerry determined: Plan to regrow tonnes of strawberries in flood-hit Esk ValleyDonald lost 60,000 strawberry plants in Gabrielle. He has received help to grow again.25 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Give it all you’ve got': Keynote speaker to front Hastings mental health fundraiserAmputee built with a resilience she never knew she had.25 Nov 04:26 AM
New ZealandPou swept from marae during Cyclone Gabrielle washes ashore after 650 days at seaA hand-carved pou lost in the cyclone has been found on Mahia Beach, 100km from home.25 Nov 03:09 AM
New ZealandHealth NZ to immunise 1400 seasonal workers against measlesHealth NZ is expecting to vaccinate 1400 RSE workers.25 Nov 12:13 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay Police get 155 high-risk vehicles off the roadThere were 24,318 breath tests recorded in the region in just one month.24 Nov 08:17 PM
New ZealandTake off: Company's 10-month search for new CEO overA new CEO has finally been announced for Hawke's Bay Airport.24 Nov 07:52 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhakatu Freezing Works: The history, the industry and the aftermathEwan McGregor, a 79-year-old historian, says he's got "a few books in me yet".24 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Would’ve given up months ago': The teacher who cycles over hilly paddocks every dayCyclone Gabrielle turned the Kererū Gorge road into a chasm.24 Nov 04:40 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWater woes remain ahead of Napier’s 150-years as a borough: Michael FowlerNapier’s water was once sourced via wells at the White Swan Brewery and Botanical Gardens.22 Nov 06:00 PM
New ZealandTurning niche to neat with property styling Refined SpacesKatie Kettle was once a Navy chief now she transforms homes by refining and rearranging.22 Nov 05:07 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCase grows for bold RBNZ rate cut as economic headwinds persist: Nick StewartThe economic backdrop has become increasingly concerning.22 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandChildren face 10-hour school day as bus route axedMum accuses Education Ministry of breaching its own criteria.22 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Rejection after rejection': Two families who met at flat viewing secure house with novel approachThe couples with kids decided they weren't going to fight each other to get a place.22 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandDanny Champion remembered as one of Hawke’s Bay’s most talented horsemen: John JenkinsChampion a successful horseman, farrier and rugby league player.22 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandDonated tapestry some of MTG’s many taonga: Gail PopeGifted tapestry originally bought from Egypt.22 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRoading firm wins top business award, donuts win people's choiceTūpore has scooped the Supreme Award at Hawke's Bay's night of nights for businesses.22 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandLucky escape: Owner scrolling social media spots her dog stuck in a poo pondThe power of Facebook - and help from a lasso - saved a dog from a stink situation.22 Nov 01:37 AM
New ZealandVictim loses $10k in FB marketplace scamMultiple people have seen the different listings and paid deposits or the full price.22 Nov 12:20 AM
New ZealandThe 50-metre channel: Will council's Wairoa River trial prevent flooding?The 50m overflow channel in the Wairoa River bar aims to improve flood management.21 Nov 11:14 PM
New ZealandFire at Napier landscaping supply storeThe fire took hold in a compost heap.21 Nov 06:20 PM
New ZealandGivealittle funds raised to support man's cancer battle shifts to buy his coffinTens of thousands raised for cancer battler Jason Hooker used to make him comfortable.21 Nov 05:56 PM
New ZealandWyn Drabble: US election’s bad news sparked search for better newsOPINION: 'I might even just make up a news story - just to lighten the mood.'21 Nov 05:00 PM