New ZealandWellington leads in income, South Island shines in low unemploymentWellington now ranks high in housing affordability due to falling prices.09 Jun 09:01 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay’s new rescue chopper: Hangar upgrades, equipment could cost over $1mHawke’s Bay’s brand new rescue helicopter is set for arrival in September 2026.09 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandOn the Up: An ode to the crews keeping the lights on through our worst weatherWhen you think ‘I’m glad I’m not at work’, that's when Hamish Weir is at his busiest.09 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandWhy Hawke's Bay households will pay more for water by 2026Separate water bills will replace current rates bills.09 Jun 02:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand2.2 million gone: Sheep numbers almost half what they once were in Hawke's Bay'It’s looking like it’s going to become an industry that is not sustainable.'08 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHastings Boys' High score 35 unanswered points to come back to beat arch-rivalsNapier Boys' High School were up 17-0 after 15 minutes.08 Jun 12:01 AM
New Zealand'An eerie feeling': The jetboater honoured for his daring rescues in Hawke's Bay floodsPhil Bayens rescued more than 100 people and their pets from flooded homes.07 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay architecture shines at Te Kāhui Whaihanga awards Sustainability and resilience were key themes in this year's architectural awards.06 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandA leaking 'taonga': $15k grant to help save school poolChildren have been learning to swim in the Clive School pool for more than 76 years.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'In disbelief': Latest Lotto millionaire bought his ticket minutes before the drawIf he hadn’t seen the Lotto sign advertising the jackpot, he would have forgotten.06 Jun 12:25 AM
New ZealandWellingtonians back online after 90% of network goes darkA rough estimate from the Chrous site is that 8500 customers were affected. 05 Jun 11:51 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Both sides will be hurting’: The build-up to Hawke’s Bay’s biggest school rugby gameJason Shoemark didn't experience school rugby hype, but he knows what this weekend means.05 Jun 08:44 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDoC decides not to reopen popular campsite damaged by cycloneFamilies used to go to Glenfalls every Christmas for a cheap holiday – now they can't.05 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandDead teen's father's plea for truth; claims threats hinder justiceSocial media campaign launched in bid to find justice for slain 15yo Kaea Karauria.05 Jun 04:00 AM
New ZealandMan charged with drugged driving over crash that killed fourThe 21-year-old allegedly drove after using cannabis.05 Jun 04:00 AM
LifestyleTop drop: Hawke's Bay Merlot crowned best in world at global awardsNZ wineries won three out of nine international trophies at an annual wine contest.05 Jun 03:34 AM
New ZealandRising concerns: Heavy rain and wind cause road closure, river surgeHawke's Bay Regional Council warned of a water surge in the Ngaruroro River.05 Jun 02:13 AM
LiveNew ZealandHundreds without power across North Island, road snowfall warnings in South IslandMeanwhile, Fire and Emergency were called to 60 incidents in the upper north. 04 Jun 10:01 PM
New Zealand$1m winner as First Division struck for second time in a week in Hawke's BayPlayers in both Napier and Hastings have won Lotto First Division over the past week.04 Jun 08:40 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Inside the provincial football team beating big city clubs Football success has come without dollars and big egos at Napier City Rovers.04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandFrom Maraenui to Te Papa – the community banners that caught the national museum's eyeBanners made in Napier and spotted on the streets of Wellington are now off to Te Papa.04 Jun 04:09 AM
New Zealand'Really cold temperatures': Wet, windy start to winter for Hawke’s Bay'Break out the gloves and beanies:' Weekend set to chill the Bay.04 Jun 12:37 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Unjustifiable': Dyslexic children to lose 109 specialist teachers after Budget cut'For those with severe difficulties reading or writing, there’s nothing to replace them.'03 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOn The Up: 'A hard thing to pull off' – the argument that made three teens national champsHawke's Bay won the secondary school debating champs for the first time in 37 years.03 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWaipawa chef with global experience chooses Elephant Hill for his next menuConor Mertens has cooked in Michelin-starred restaurants in Tokyo.03 Jun 05:45 PM
New ZealandWatch: Fly-through provides first glimpse of Hawke’s Bay Expressway four-lane planConstruction is expected to begin in late 2025, subject to funding and consents.03 Jun 04:16 AM
New Zealand'Distasteful': Last-ditch legal bid to stop crematorium beside supermarketA crematorium in the middle of the village is a burning issue for some in Havelock North.02 Jun 11:24 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely unacceptable': Police condemn speeding drivers on highwayNapier-Taupō highway traffic was constant in the first weekend of new 100km/h speed limit.02 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand$151k for a bed - but it's not for sleeping on'It is a very rare piece, not only for New Zealand, but also internationally.'02 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We were all feeling it': Emotional tribute to slain teen at league tournamentKaea's parents received the carved tewhatewha from the Pikiao team.02 Jun 06:59 AM
New ZealandHawks set for home game of the season despite weekend losses The Hawks haven't beaten the Rams since 2022, apart from in a pre-season game this year.02 Jun 04:29 AM
New Zealand'We are really rapt': Napier shelter secures $115k for pilot launchA fundraising movie night and auction raised over $13,000 last month.02 Jun 03:00 AM
Royals'An insult': King's honour recipient slams Govt abuse in care redress move'Why put more money into a system that’s not working?', abuse in care survivor says.02 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand82-year-old completes marathon swim for heart research fundraiserA bit of bad weather was not going to stop Kerry Anderson.02 Jun 12:00 AM
