New ZealandMayor: A poll is a terrible way to decide if we should have Māori wardsOPINION: Those with skin in the game tell us, with passion, how Māori wards will help.09 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandUrgent coastal protection work needed in Hawke’s Bay - reportReport has been 10 years in the making.08 Aug 07:38 PM
New Zealand'Absolute nightmare': Parking changes causing issues near Napier school'There were cars constantly up and down doing u-turns, double parking, it was chaos.'08 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandTwo of Marine Parade’s iconic Norfolk pines cut downTwo of the landmark trees near the waterfront had been assessed unsafe due to fire damage.24 Jul 09:23 PM
New ZealandAquarium to remove travelator; replacement too costlyTravelator removal comes at a time when the future of the aquarium is being reviewed.16 Jul 11:30 PM
New ZealandNapier council proposes one fewer seat at the tableCouncil representation has to be reviewed every six years.08 Jul 09:43 PM
New Zealand'Ridiculous' Ocean Spa price increase: Council investigating separate price for localsHawke's Bay resident says entry fee being hiked from $11.50 to $20 is 'ridiculous'.02 Jul 01:45 AM
New ZealandLeaky pipes mended, ending weeks of water restrictions for NapierCity council announced the calamity on April 23. Water use has been restricted since then.21 Jun 03:49 AM
New ZealandBlowing people away with a $10,000 6m metal featherHawke's Bay residents have a chance to have their names etched into new building's legacy.13 Jun 02:00 AM
New ZealandPlan to use 350,000 cubic metres of cyclone silt for Napier housingThe council says the proposal is a 'win-win', but there are some health concerns.09 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandNapier council eases back on record rates hike'We need to take a big step forward to get us into a healthy position.'29 May 11:56 PM
New ZealandWho's your choice for the title of Napier's Top Dog?Will it be the dashing dalmatian or the gorgeous griffon?30 Apr 03:19 AM
New ZealandFiery social media - What will it be like at the table ?The Napier council's draft three-year plan proposes an average 23.7 per cent rates rise27 Apr 08:11 AM
New ZealandTributes for former Napier city councillor Mark HerbertMark Herbert was a Napier city councillor from 1998 to 2016.27 Apr 08:04 AM
New ZealandHalf of cyclone-wrecked Hawke's Bay properties now bought out or close to itAcross Hastings and Napier, 167 properties are in Category 3 and eligible for a buyout.21 Apr 11:05 PM
New ZealandNapier Mayor Kirsten Wise: How we can balance the books without just increasing ratesOPINION: We must be savvy and bold, prudent at times, yet ambitious for our community.09 Apr 09:32 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNapier rates climb 100pc in hill suburbs after flooding pushes buyers to higher groundA couple nearing retirement might have to sell the home they've worked their lives for.04 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘We simply cannot afford to’: Leaders desperate for cyclone-damaged road and bridge fixesWIthout help it could take decades to restore the economy as well as years of rates hikes.04 Apr 02:19 AM
New ZealandReplacement of wharf could be brought forward after missing pile forces immediate closureThe closure bars vessels, vehicles and people from the wharf.14 Mar 02:39 AM
New ZealandNapier rates hike - 47 per cent over three years ?Charges and fees targeted as council looks to limit rates hike.13 Mar 03:26 AM
New ZealandDelays to two huge Hawke's Bay solar farm projects, but developers say bright future aheadA solar farm in Central Hawke's Bay and one near Hawke's Bay Airport both face delays.06 Mar 04:18 AM
New Zealand'Reopening the conversation': Sale of Napier’s $65m of council houses back on the tableCouncil may about-turn on its decision not to sell its community housing.28 Feb 04:06 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay in brief: Four leap-day babies for Hawke’s BayHawke's Bay Hospital had four leap-day babies born.28 Feb 12:14 AM
New ZealandParty time for Napier's big innings: Marking a century and a halfNapier's first borough council was installed in 1874 — with 493 electors.25 Feb 09:16 PM
New ZealandPark's goal of all children to 'have fun' is closer with new communication boardsAnderson Park playground has just got a little more fun for all children.23 Feb 02:43 AM
New ZealandOlympic window opens: Napier prepped and poised for triathlon 'coup'Olympic window wide open for Napier competitors.23 Feb 12:25 AM
New Zealand'The aroha, the manaaki, and the wairua': Thousands turn out to commemorate Cyclone Gabrielle in Hawke's BayEmotions and community spirit were strong as people from all over came together.14 Feb 03:50 AM
New ZealandHow we're remembering the anniversary of the cycloneCommemorations in Hawke's Bay honour those who lost loved ones and livelihoods.13 Feb 11:13 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay: Where can you commemorate Cyclone Gabrielle's anniversaryHere's where you can go to unite and show support a year on from the disaster.12 Feb 07:21 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay Commemorations for 1931 earthquakeCommemorations were held across Napier and Hastings for the 1931 earthquake.03 Feb 10:44 PM
New Zealand'We need to take on these challenges': Massive rates hike forecast for NapierNapier will get the chance for input, but costs are a challenge.01 Feb 02:11 AM
OpinionTalking Point: Hawke’s Bay councils need to leave ‘no stone unturned’ to find savingsOpinion: 2024 is shaping as the year of big rates rises in Hawke's Bay - here's why.31 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi actress will be Art Deco Festival's 'Chief Costume Officer'The iconic Art Deco weekend has been postponed for three years.21 Jan 11:01 AM
