New Zealand'Shocking, premeditated, vile': Once-trusted teacher jailed for sexually abusing studentsJudge says the ripple effect of Matthew Ireland's offending has been devastating.18 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandChristmas Cheer Appeal deadline: Final cash donations called for to help pack parcelsThe appeal has packed about 450 of its 500 targeted Christmas parcels.17 Dec 11:39 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay lifejacket libraries: Where to borrow free gear this summerThe free libraries let anyone borrow a correctly fitted lifejacket for the day.17 Dec 10:36 PM
Black Caps'Resilience is our motto': Black Cap juggles injury, wife's leukaemia battle and dad's stroke17 Dec 05:01 AM
Crime'National security threat': NZ man planned to commit mass killing in mall or mosque17 Dec 03:57 AM
New ZealandAide resigning over Napier mayor's 'disregard for Treaty principles' was 'dedicated servant'16 Dec 09:49 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely amazing': Record turnout for charity motorcycle ride supporting firefighters16 Dec 08:24 PM
New ZealandNapier woman with more than 100 relatives in Bondi reacts to terror attackMore than 100 of Rebecca Moses' relatives live in and around Bondi Beach.16 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Forests won’t disappear, so our behaviour around them needs to changeOPINION: We can’t change that we have more pine trees. We can change our behaviour.16 Dec 03:59 PM
New Zealand'Chunky' showers: Thunderstorm warnings issued for South IslandThe severe thunderstorm warning issued for the Ashburton area has now been lifted.16 Dec 04:51 AM
New ZealandFrom tinsel to emergency: Wairoa firefighters respond to fire moments before Christmas paradeVolunteer crews show their dedication after missing out on festive fun. 16 Dec 02:23 AM
New ZealandPlan confirmed for $60m new bridge at Waiohiki; work to start in 2026The confirmed plan for the $60 million new bridge was one of six options considered.15 Dec 10:11 PM
New ZealandFrom Cairns to Napier – a new coach for the HawksWill Lopez gets the nod as the Hawks recruit another coach from the Australian NBL.15 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandCool change hits just before Christmas as heavy rain, gales and thunderstorms move inDaytime highs will plunge, with some towns reaching only 16C on Wednesday.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Hawke’s Bay Special Olympians bring home 30 medals from national gamesThe Hawke’s Bay team collected 11 gold, 11 silver and eight bronze medals.15 Dec 01:51 AM
New ZealandDoctor named as Labour candidate for NapierAlex Hedley wants to reclaim the seat for Labour from National's Katie Nimon.15 Dec 12:52 AM
New ZealandHB cities under Level 3 water restrictions as usage hits 95 million litres a dayA total ban on open-air fires and fireworks is also in place.14 Dec 11:26 PM
New ZealandFrom ‘naughty’ to champion: Young horses shine at Hawke’s Bay showjumping'She was meant to be sold, but I could never get her broken in in time for the auctions.'14 Dec 10:39 PM
New ZealandFireworks, live music and dancing for free: Napier plans big New Year’s Eve partyFamilies can enjoy fireworks shows at 9.45pm and midnight for free.13 Dec 05:00 PM
OpinionGlenn DwightGlenn Dwight: ‘Tis the season for the great cricket ground debateOPINION: Everyone seems to have an opinion on which cricket ground is the best.13 Dec 04:00 PM
WellingtonWhich part of NZ was the most generous with Givealittle donations this year?A new report highlights some of the causes Kiwis cared most about this financial year.13 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice officer commended for bravery after rescuing family during Cyclone GabrielleDetective Sergeant Heath Jones waded through chest-high floodwaters to reach victims.13 Dec 05:56 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle‘I couldn’t hold a piece of paper’: Young CEO’s burnout wake-up callWork-related stress caused Stephanie Brown's health to break down before she was even 30. 12 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay’s twin cities record hottest spring in 135 years - experts warn of ‘new normal’Temperatures in Hawke’s Bay, like most of the country, have been 'well above average'.12 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Constant confusion': Calls grow for Napier traffic light fix after cyclist injuredResidents say the lights, a gateway to the Hawke's Bay Expressway, feel like 'chaos'.12 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'This plane will save lives': Hawke's Bay gets new $5m air ambulanceThe new plane will transport hundreds of patients each year, and also support Wairoa.12 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I can make the world shimmer': The house with 25 years of wondrous Christmas lightsMark Williams on why he creates a 'miniature Disneyland' every festive season.12 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Pretty amazing': Napier fisherman reels in massive tunaAlan Hay says a nearly-90kg tuna he caught off Mahia is the best catch of his life.12 Dec 02:23 AM
SportWhite Ferns legends guiding the next wave of cricket starsFormer White Ferns stars drive surge in girls' cricket pathways.12 Dec 01:01 AM
New Zealand Police warn gangs ahead of Napier unveilingVisitors, including gang members, are expected from outside Hawke's Bay.11 Dec 11:53 PM