New ZealandTeen killer found after escaping custody by fleeing health centre with cast on arm'Immediate review' will be carried out, Hawke's Bay Regional Prison says.21 Jul 03:29 AM
New ZealandThe council with just one candidate as deadline for nominations loomsNominations for the election closes in 11 days.21 Jul 02:56 AM
New ZealandDate set for new Puketapu Bridge to open: 'It means so much to our community'Hawke's Bay community buzzing as date set for opening of Puketapu Bridge.21 Jul 01:25 AM
New ZealandTemperatures plummet below zero, more frosty days in week aheadFrosts for Auckland, more possible tomorrow; Chch records coldest temperature of month.20 Jul 10:32 PM
New ZealandPolice hunt for teen killer with quashed murder conviction, warn not to approachHaami Hanara's murder conviction was quashed in 2023. He admitted to manslaughter.20 Jul 03:57 AM
New Zealand'I'm alive, that is good': Cyclist's inspiring one-step-at-a-time recovery after being hit by car 'If I can help people find hope, that's what it’s all about.'20 Jul 02:40 AM
New ZealandGabrielle destroyed Mel Gale’s food business. She has high hopes for her new oneMel Gale is ready for a new chapter as owner of Berry Tasty, two years on from Gabrielle.19 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandPraise for restaurant's response after former deputy mayor dies at family dinnerHis family say he will leave a legacy of kindness, and he was surrounded by it to the end.18 Jul 07:18 PM
New ZealandThe 2.2% dream: What we would need to sacrifice to get the lowest rate rise in NZThe biggest battleground at Hawke’s Bay’s local elections will be rates.18 Jul 06:00 PM
New Zealand'No tattoos, no spinach': Napier deputy mayor hailed as a 'Superhuman'Annette Brosnan has won top individual local government award but she's stepping down.18 Jul 04:03 AM
New Zealand'Forever 11': Young cyclist killed by intoxicated driver who was angry at boyfriendTerina Pineaha was drink-driving, high on meth and in a rage when she killed the girl. 17 Jul 11:43 PM
New Zealand'Everyone could have died': Drink-driving mum who left 6yo critical in crash avoids prisonHolly Pattison, 36, was sentenced to nine months' home detention. 17 Jul 07:00 AM
New ZealandMotorist dies after four crashes in 40 minutes in Hawke's BaySome roads remained blocked.17 Jul 06:02 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'They just keep coming': Illegal hunting causes frustration and fear on East CoastEast Coast MP Dana Kirkpatrick highlights rising poaching concerns.17 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain watch north of Napier, potential to be upgraded to warning'Quite persistent heavy rain' expected overnight Thursday and into Friday morning.16 Jul 01:20 AM
New ZealandFour crashes in Hawke’s Bay send four to hospital Two of the people injured were in a serious condition.15 Jul 11:58 PM
New ZealandNapier City Rovers face crucial match in bid for top-tier footballTwo football teams with contrasting ambitions are set to battle at Bluewater Stadium.15 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandNo arrests over suspicious fire which destroyed Napier homeThe house burned down twice in a year. An investigation into the latest fire has finished.15 Jul 01:43 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWork starts on new $110m Napier civic precinct'I remember tears when everyone was leaving the building. There was a lot of uncertainty.'15 Jul 12:34 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIndependence day for EITRegional governance returns to 10 polytechnics on January 1, 2026.15 Jul 12:24 AM
New Zealand'May as well make it a big one': Kiwi Olympians off on epic 4500km African charity rideTheir journey starts in Uganda and ends in Zimbabwe, crossing five countries.14 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandWoman tied to a pole and gagged during 100 assaults from partnerCourt of Appeal upholds jail term of three years and two months.14 Jul 05:00 AM
AirlinesRegional airline grounded for 10 days by Civil Aviation AuthorityThe chief says the airline's version of WoF was revoked but customers can still fly.14 Jul 03:12 AM
New ZealandGetting young crims back to class: 'We need a holiday, they keep turning up'$1.5m seized by police will be handed to Maraenui programme turning lives around.13 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandNew health cadetship is opening doors for Wairoa job seekers The paid scheme creates employment pathways where job growth has weakened. 13 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandNew Four Square and shops planned for Taradale town centreThe existing Taradale Four Square would be demolished and rebuilt under the proposal.12 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandDriver makes lucky escape after tree crushes carHigh winds caused the large tree to fall across the road near Tokoroa.12 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandGreen light for fires on Napier beaches after council quietly revokes bylawIt's open season for some winter marshmallow toasting.11 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandSt John defends decision not to send ambulance to toddler who broke jaw in fall'When we went to open her mouth, the whole thing was like a flap.'11 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandMan sentenced for taking boy to secluded spot and photographing him without togs onAntony Quinney will spend 10 months with an ankle bracelet for sexual offending.10 Jul 08:00 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay’s $100m private hospital finished after five-year buildKaweka is the first hospital to be built in Hawke's Bay in almost a century.10 Jul 12:56 AM
New ZealandNapier woollen yarn producer to close, 26 job lossesDesign Spun had hoped to keep its mill running in Napier but that was 'not achievable'.09 Jul 10:31 PM
New ZealandCouncil say Govt behind local road's speed limit increase, resident says it's 'madness''There is no sensible context that justifies this absolutely ludicrous action.'09 Jul 06:00 PM
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