New ZealandBamboo or bust? Man's plan for $17m giant panda park in New Zealand'There are a lot of barriers, but none that are impenetrable.'08 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: Napier’s dome a stripped-classical gem: Michael FowlerOpinion: Late addition would do justice to prime site.08 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandRestricted fire season announced for parts of Hawke’s BayRestrictions have been placed on all outdoor fires in parts of Hawke's Bay.08 Nov 02:40 AM
New Zealand'A revered national treasure': Thousands to mourn beloved 'Tā Bom'The Māori Queen will attend Sir Robert 'Bom' Gillies' tangi tomorrow.08 Nov 02:21 AM
New ZealandChurch Road, Fistonich the big winners at Hawke’s Bay wine awardsChurch Road, one of Hawke’s Bay’s oldest wineries, won six categories.08 Nov 02:15 AM
New ZealandTemperatures hit 28C in Napier and Hastings, could be hotter SaturdayHastings hit a forecast peak of 28C soon after 1pm on Friday.08 Nov 01:49 AM
New ZealandRoaming dogs on a cat-killing spree: 'Something has to be done'Pet owners might soon 'start to take matters into their own hands', a resident says.08 Nov 01:08 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOne farmer offloads 1500 of his 2000 ewes as Hawke's Bay-wide dry starts to set inDrought speculation for Hawke's Bay is premature, but the Bay is vulnerable, Niwa says.07 Nov 05:07 PM
New ZealandHere’s to an even longer long weekend: Wyn DrabbleOpinion: What's more relaxing than a long weekend? An even longer weekend.07 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandKirkpatricks dominate at Wairarapa Spring ShearsA shearing dynasty from Hawke’s Bay and Gisborne moved in on the Wairarapa Show.07 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandThunderstorms, heavy rain, hail possible for Hawke's Bay, TararuaResidents warned of continued stormy weather.07 Nov 02:41 AM
New ZealandBike racks on buses banned: ‘We’re very disappointed to be forced into this’The NZTA says bike racks might not comply, because they partially obstruct headlights.07 Nov 12:49 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'US market is a disaster': Why one Hawke's Bay exporter doesn't fear Trump's tariffs'His strategy is to talk like an unhinged madman and then do a deal while you cower.'07 Nov 12:47 AM
New ZealandGraffiti battle: KiwiRail's colourful containers brighten Napier rail yardThe artwork depicts flora and fauna found in the regions the rail corridor passes through.07 Nov 12:43 AM
New ZealandJourney back in time: 1939 railcar returns for 2025 Hawke's Bay Art Deco festivalAn authentic Art Deco period railcar will travel from Pahīatua to delight passengers.06 Nov 09:07 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHockey: Gutted Black Stick raring to go as Premier League hits NapierTwo matches will be played on Saturday in the new national Premier Hockey League.06 Nov 09:00 PM
New ZealandMan disembarking Picton ferry arrested over Hawke's Bay firearms incidentA man was arrested disembarking a ferry in Picton over an AOS callout in Hastings.06 Nov 07:56 PM
New Zealand'They built it together': Son selling iconic winery eight years after dad's death'Since my father died, my mother, she comes over here more to cry than anything else.'06 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThis cider was an 'act of desperation' - now it's NZ's bestPaul Paynter’s plum orchards fell into a 'watery grave and died' so he had to pivot.06 Nov 01:09 AM
New ZealandWatch: Car smashes through cafe's glass wall, sending customers scramblingThe driver mistook the accelerator for the brake pedal while parking.06 Nov 12:23 AM
New ZealandFour fire call-outs in Hawke's Bay this Guy Fawkes, Te Mata Peak summit quietTe Mata Peak had no issues, with its summit closing early each night this week.06 Nov 12:02 AM
PremiumPremiumSport'Over the moon': The Black Caps' best player in India is finally treading his own pathBeing in and out has its challenges, Will Young says. Is this series his turning point?05 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandFrom seeds to giants: The transformation of Hawke's Bay's Little RedwoodsLittle Redwood Grove at Te Mata Park turns 50.05 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandTararua council to move chambers, saving ratepayers $91k a yearTCC is relocating its chambers to Dannevirke Town Hall to save ratepayers money.05 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandNapier City Rovers' sights on National League gloryWith three rounds to go, team remain in the hunt for grand final spot.05 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandYoung cannabis seller turns over $500,000 in sales in nine weeksThe 23-year-old appealed his sentence saying jail would hinder his ability to be a dad.05 Nov 07:00 AM
New ZealandPlan to turn showgrounds land, and some homes, into floodway to protect WairoaA plan has been devised to unleash the Wairoa River during heavy rain with a new floodway.05 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandNew $20m rescue helicopter to boost Hawke’s Bay's lifesaving missionsAircraft ordered and due to arrive and begin operating in September 2026.05 Nov 12:12 AM
New ZealandNapier man challenges insurer over flood hazard maps, gets premium discountCall for greater transparency on where insurers get their information from.05 Nov 12:03 AM
New Zealand'We saw it breach about 30 times': Humpback whale delights fishermenA fisherman spotted a 'big splash' about 3km from his boat on Saturday.04 Nov 11:51 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMore than 500 new homes planned for Hastings suburbTwo businessmen, a commentator and a horticulturist team up for a bold plan in Flaxmere.04 Nov 11:27 PM
New ZealandTriumphant Rosemary Mair brings World Cup to Hawke's BayWhite Ferns victory tour heads to Havelock North on Wednesday.04 Nov 06:53 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOne of Hawke’s Bay’s oldest rugby clubs moving after 50 yearsThe Napier club is building a brand-new clubroom and changing rooms – at a new location.04 Nov 06:20 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMelbourne Cup: Former Napier Boys’ High pupil rides a Kiwi hopeMichael (Mick) Dee has ridden 783 winners, but none yet in the Melbourne Cup.04 Nov 04:00 AM
