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
New ZealandHawke’s Bay cruise ship season: No Stats NZ data for biggest everThere is no Stats NZ cruise ship data, but local businesses say their own numbers speak.26 Dec 09:34 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWater restrictions in a near record-wet year: 'We need to rethink our approach'Napier, Hastings and Waimārama are now under water restrictions - is this the future?22 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandMuseum pays tribute to late sculptor Paul DibbleTwo of Dibble's pieces among range of art purchased by MTG Foundation over the years.15 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandNeighbours at war over barking Shih Tzu dogsRuby and Simba have been the subject of 17 complaints from three neighbours.15 Dec 07:27 PM
New ZealandNapier's mature 'gumball' trees set for CBD chopTwo trees have had their day in Dalton St.14 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandSuburban sport: Hawks help open new Napier courtBasketball court revitalises community hub.10 Dec 11:28 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrank Golder's golden surveying years: The 80-year-old drone, laser and infrared expertThe land surveyor once worked with totara pegs he carved himself. It's different now.04 Dec 08:59 PM
New ZealandHave your say on Napier council modelCouncils nationwide are required to do a representation review every six years.21 Nov 10:57 PM
New Zealand'Intolerable risk to life': Behind the scenes of the office buying $110m of cyclone-smashed homes140 homeowners in Hawke's Bay are meeting the teams that will buy their flooded homes.18 Nov 11:06 PM
New ZealandBuy-out meetings for cyclone hit properties under wayMore than half have had first meetings with the special council office or are about to.14 Nov 01:56 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrustrations over lack of Marewa pedestrian crossing lead to protestAdvocates say Napier's council has waited too long to improve safety for pedestrians.12 Nov 11:32 PM
New ZealandMcLean Park naming rights - correcting the recordDocuments were obtained under the LGOIMA process.27 Oct 02:09 AM
New Zealand‘Going to be dogs everywhere’: Furore over 1.2m fence height proposal in NapierThere’s no one picketing in the streets, but sentiment suggests not many are on the fence.18 Oct 03:09 AM
New ZealandConcept approval a milestone in decade-long timeline of Napier’s civic centreConstruction is expected to start within 18 months.16 Oct 01:10 AM
New ZealandNapier council agrees to lease land for cabins for cyclone-displaced whānauSome residents forced from their cyclone-damaged whenua may soon have a temporary home.15 Oct 10:43 PM
New ZealandThousands pack Napier CBD for massive illuminated street party7000 people chose Napier's big street party over elections on the telly.15 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandMarine Parade viewing platform surveillance a possibility after vandalismThe glass of the oceanside viewing platform has been broken after suspected vandalism.08 Oct 02:25 AM
New ZealandGoing with the flow as Hawke’s Bay councils back FPP voting in local electionsThe Napier council was the last to vote on the FPP vs STV issue.31 Aug 03:20 AM
New ZealandSix months to the day, Gabrielle struck: Honours, heroes and awardsThe Napier Civic Awards are this year specifically for volunteers in rescue and recovery.13 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandInsurer loses multi-million dollar legal stoush over leaky building clause in policyNapier City Council will go back to High Court in pursuit of $4.4 million.01 Aug 05:08 AM
New ZealandVoluntary buyouts for Category 3 homes on the tableHawke's Bay's five councils now have to agree to the Govt's cost-sharing model.31 Jul 03:09 AM