PremiumPremiumConstructionFlaxmere lost New World, Havelock North gets new replacement storeOpening date announced for replacement supermarket in affluent, growing area.04 Jul 09:24 PM
New ZealandPou saved after harsh swells left it lying on the beachMahia locals' call for help answered after pou washes into the sea in big swells.04 Jul 08:41 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTe Awanga seawall: 200m 'ecoreef' proposed to protect council assetsProject aimed at protecting flood-prone area.04 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandUnregistered anti-vax doctor kept practising under 'Māori customary law'A pharmacy contacted the Medical Council after receiving prescriptions from the doctor.04 Jul 08:29 AM
New ZealandMore frosty nights and some scattered showers this weekend for Hawke's BayJack Frost is still making his way around Hawke's Bay this winter.04 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandFrom the ashes: Cherished restaurant set to reopen on anniversary of the fire that destroyed itFor Fiona Le and Chris Whyte, it feels like they're 'home' again.04 Jul 01:08 AM
New ZealandA ‘great pool’ - National age group swim champs head for Hastings againThe new regional aquatic centre in Hastings gets the big tick of approval.04 Jul 12:50 AM
New ZealandBest-selling author Neil Gaiman accused of sexual assault in NZGaiman has denied the allegations of sexual misconduct by a woman in New Zealand.03 Jul 10:17 PM
New ZealandFoundation gives $200k grant to Wairoa flood recovery, others urged to support the townThe Auckland funder established links with the town after Cyclone Gabrielle.03 Jul 08:18 PM
New ZealandTruck's load downs power line, causes road closures in HastingsPolice were called to the incident just after 12.00pm.03 Jul 02:33 AM
New Zealand‘Rapidly out of daylight’: Survival skills help save father and son trapped in bushDuo were off the track and facing huge waterfalls: 'Fall over them and die kind of stuff'.03 Jul 01:36 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDid sediment build-up in Wairoa River contribute to floods? Council thinks notA resident says riverbed sediment build-up is 'elephant in the room'.03 Jul 12:51 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Big milestone': Co-op a beacon of hope to Gabrielle-hit PākōwhaiThe once-thriving hub has been restored to its former glory.03 Jul 12:04 AM
PoliticsGovt launches 'urgent' review into Wairoa flood responseThe community had expressed concern the bar at the river mouth hadn't been opened up.02 Jul 11:38 PM
New ZealandTimber, steel, glass and concrete from old Hastings grandstand diverted from landfillGrandstand demolition is estimated to be completed at the end of August.02 Jul 09:14 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhat the region wants from $1.2b infrastructure fundAwatoto flood protection, housing and roads funding, and water security on the wishlist.02 Jul 09:14 PM
New ZealandPM plans Wairoa visit; families rehoused at holiday parkThe Prime Minister has hinted at a possible review of the management of Wairoa River.02 Jul 01:16 AM
New ZealandFlames and flooding: Wairoa home seriously damaged in fire during stormNo one was home when fire took hold of a home during the flood.01 Jul 11:40 PM
New ZealandDisgraced cricketer and serial groper jailed againJason Trembath pleaded guilty to breaching his bail conditions.01 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWairoa still in State of Emergency as council runs Givealittle page for donationsCouncil chooses to run Givealittle page for a struggling community.01 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandTaskforce Kiwi volunteers in Wairoa for flooding responseDefence Force and emergency services veterans volunteering their services in Wairoa.01 Jul 04:17 AM
New ZealandGisborne whisteblower Niven moving up the ranks'I’m a grizzled veteran of football in this town.'30 Jun 11:45 PM
New Zealand'Relentless': Wairoa cannot afford $40m flood clean-up, mayor saysCraig Little says a pile of wet carpet and destroyed belongings is now lining the streets.30 Jun 06:01 PM
New ZealandFishing tragedy: Brothers farewell ‘fearless’ Damien MacphersonBrothers Brad and Karl are speaking for the first time about losing their brother.30 Jun 05:40 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandClub rugby: Napier Tech's push for back-to-back Maddison Trophy wins just got harderNapier Tech will have to do it the hard way if they want to go back to back.30 Jun 03:07 AM
New Zealand'About sharing the warmth': Thousands turn out for Matariki events in Hawke's BayOrganisers were pleased the rain held off for the feature events after a week of floods.30 Jun 02:29 AM
New Zealand'Opened the door and out came a flood': Suburb has 36 temporary classrooms half a century oldThey were intended to last 20 years. But Govt cuts mean they'll have to last even longer.29 Jun 11:15 PM
New ZealandMissing Hawke's Bay man's body found by contractorPolice said Earle 'Pat' Taka was found by a contractor carrying out flood protection work.28 Jun 10:34 PM
RacingHeavy track set to pose true test to jumpers at HastingsThe Hastings fixture has been cleared to go ahead even after a rough week of weather.28 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandRain clearing but frosty nights ahead for Hawke's BayThe end of the low pressure system means near zero-degree nights ahead.28 Jun 12:19 AM
New ZealandWaipawa’s new roundabout creating community conversationsWaipawa's new roundabout causing concern, mayor says it is a "no brainer".27 Jun 10:58 PM
New ZealandWairoa hall shifts from hosting Matariki celebration to flood shelterAbout 100 homes were flooded and 400 properties and homes were impacted.27 Jun 04:37 AM
New ZealandTimeline of a flood in Wairoa: Why didn't Hawke's Bay Regional Council act sooner?HBRC staff say river mouth opening would not have stayed in place if it was done earlier27 Jun 03:37 AM
New Zealand'My kids are screaming': Wairoa mother’s frightening escape from rising waters'It was bad. I have lived here my whole life and never seen it like this.'27 Jun 03:33 AM
