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
New ZealandNeil Kirton: Hawke's Bay councils 'gamble' on urban developmentOPINION: Napier's vote is 'akin to a high-stakes game of poker'.21 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandGang members warn of potential violence as new patch laws enforced'I can't see this lasting unless they have a budget to lock fullas up in jail.'21 Nov 05:13 AM
New ZealandLogging firm in receivership ordered to pay $330k for worker's death - but can't afford a fineJake William Duncan died on a Hawke's Bay forestry site in 2021.21 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay art scene blooms with Art Farm's first night marketMushroom farm-turned-creative hub for local artists will soon host its first night market.21 Nov 02:28 AM
New ZealandThe Art FarmA former mushroom farm turned creative hub for local artists hosts its first night market. Video / Rafaella MeloWatch21 Nov 12:06 AM
New ZealandPolice chasing culprit behind spate of five Hawke's Bay fires'We want whoever is responsible to be caught.'20 Nov 11:52 PM
New ZealandNPC Awards: Fakatava's second chance despite injuryThe Magpies half was the NPC's player of the year in 2021. He's in line again in 2024. 20 Nov 09:35 PM
New ZealandMixed weather for big weekend of events in Hawke's BaySummer Regatta sailing and kahawai fishing are features of a busy weekend.20 Nov 09:26 PM
New Zealand'Our hearts are shattered': Inspiration for iconic statue dies aged 86Mei Whaitiri became the model for Pania when she was a 13-year-old high school student.20 Nov 09:04 PM
New ZealandHastings crash leaves one seriously injuredCrash in Hastings: One seriously injured at Williams St and Pakowhai Rd intersection.20 Nov 08:28 PM
New ZealandSanta's summer grotto and Mrs Claus' bar hop highlight festive funNapier CBD to celebrate Christmas with a month of events, starting November 23.20 Nov 01:29 AM
New ZealandNapier keeps controversial site in strategy plan, Hastings votes no to building on fertile landTwo proposed residential development sites in Havelock North were removed from the FDS.19 Nov 09:13 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay’s first Bitcoin ATM ‘performing well’, more on the wayBitcoin has surged since the US election. Hawke's Bay now has its own Bitcoin ATM.19 Nov 09:05 PM
New ZealandOne region expected to be real test for gang-patch ban'The younger ones are quite likely to be more militant about it.'19 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandSix60 headed for Shed 530 Estate in summer 2025A new Hawke's Bay winery devastated by Cyclone Gabrielle is now set to host Six60.19 Nov 05:23 AM
New ZealandHīkoi at home: Rural school’s stand for tamariki's futureOmāhū School marches for pride and unity.18 Nov 11:30 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessNapier Port says earnings rebound will continue in 2025The port bounces back after Cyclone Gabrielle sabotaged its post-Covid recovery.18 Nov 09:34 PM
New Zealand'A mess’: Popular Hastings restaurant loses 'lots of cash' in smash-and-grabFamily business with high walls around it had 'all our Friday night’s takings' stolen.18 Nov 12:17 AM
New ZealandMayor says parking increases having ‘very positive impact’ on city as workers hit out$16 a day for parking? Napier workers say it's unaffordable and are calling for discounts.17 Nov 10:20 PM
New ZealandNew Hawke’s Bay fund to boost predator control and replantingThe goal of the fund is to create a habitat alive with flora and fauna across the region.17 Nov 09:44 PM
New Zealand‘Thought it would never happen’: Govt pays out $15m to Hawke’s Bay health workersA union delegate claims it took an eight-year 'fight' to get the $15 million payout.17 Nov 05:12 PM
New ZealandGetting Through: New Farmstrong resources for farmers after severe weatherHawke’s Bay farmers share recovery stories in book and website launch.17 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandSH1 blocked in both directions as hīkoi protest heads towards ParliamentUp to 30,000 protesters are expected to descend on Parliament on Tuesday.17 Nov 02:26 AM
New ZealandPolice cordons erected around Napier Museum after discovery of strange bird-like ‘package’By about 2pm, police determined the package posed no threat.17 Nov 01:46 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRethinking retirement - why playing it too safe could cost you: Nick StewartOPINION: For a healthy 65-year-old Kiwi, living into their 90s is increasingly probable.15 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandJohn Jenkins: Prestissimo’s win adds to breeding windfall for Hastings ownerOPINION: Three-year-old recorded a win at only her second start.15 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay regional councillors oppose iwi-led housing plan in Napier over ‘severe flooding risks’Council proposes to remove housing development from future plans due to risk.15 Nov 02:41 AM
New ZealandHelicopter helps quell Mohaka bush fireSmoke was billowing from a hillside bushfire near Mohaka about 4.50pm on Thursday.15 Nov 01:28 AM
New ZealandTreaty bill 'a childish projection': Hīkoi supporters vocal in Hawke’s BayFlying out the door: A Hastings store sells close to 1000 tino rangatiratanga flags.14 Nov 09:33 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay Canoe Club: 50 years of paddling up and downstreamThe canoe club was set up for white-water canoeing and rafting in rivers.14 Nov 08:43 PM
