New ZealandChemical spill at Napier PortAn area of Napier Port has been cordoned off while firefighters deal with a chemical spill.16 Dec 10:47 PM
New ZealandMan's hands cut trying to fend off robbersA group of three men armed with knives stormed a store in Napier.15 Dec 04:57 AM
New ZealandChoppy seas catch out fun-seekersA man and two female friends were lucky to all return to shore relatively unscathed after getting into trouble in choppy seas about a kilometre off Napier port.11 Dec 07:16 PM
New ZealandCouple left homeless and jobless after fireKarl Henderson found himself locked outside his burning shop when he realised his dog Stella was stuck inside. Wife Tracy had woken 11 Dec 04:00 PM
BusinessWatch NZH Local Focus: Crowdfunding call for Hawke's Bay bat boutiqueLaver and Wood have launched an equity crowdfunding campaign on PledgeMe with goals to expand the business and step up their social media for both local and overseas customers. Made with funding from NZ On Air.09 Dec 06:29 AM
CrimeWatch NZH Local Focus: Kids forced inside after shade sail stolenThe kids at Onekawa Plunket are the latest victim, as the rate of crime grows across the Eastern Policing District. Made with funding from NZ On Air.07 Dec 02:18 AM
New ZealandDogs boss questions arrest optionsThe use of dogs to get a wanted man out of his car has been questioned by the police national dog section in the trial of four police 05 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandShoplifting 'season' approachingA recent "stairdancing" incident in Napier has led police to issue a warning to business and shop employees to keep their belongings 04 Dec 07:20 PM
New ZealandProposals to reduce dog harmFurther proposals to reduce the risk and harm of dog attacks has been given a tentative thumbs up from local animal welfare advocates 04 Dec 06:00 PM
CrimeKeys, car stolen as woman sleepsPolice were late yesterday still looking for a car stolen after a burglar person took its keys while breaking into in the burglary 04 Dec 04:47 PM
New Zealand19yo slashed across face in barA woman is left "feeling ugly" after being hit in the face with a wine glass at a bar.04 Dec 04:01 PM
New ZealandSummer is here: 29C expected this weekSummer will be well and truly here this week with temperatures expected to soar to 29C in some parts.04 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentU, Me, Peace festival returnsA free cultural and music festival which was held in Napier every December for 13 years is being revived next weekend after a break 04 Dec 07:16 AM
BusinessBay councils' staff costs rise $3.5mBay councils' staff costs rose almost $3.5 million last year. Hastings District, Napier City, Hawke's Bay Regional and Central Hawke's 04 Dec 04:10 AM
New ZealandSerious pub assault: Woman arrestedA woman has been arrested after allegedly assaulting a teenager at the Thirsty Whale pub in Napier this morning.04 Dec 03:26 AM
KahuWatch NZH Local Focus: Taonga pūoro heard again in NapierThe beauty and mystique of Māori musical instruments were almost lost to the world. But Napier man Layton Robertson is playing his part to help revive them. Made with funding from NZ On Air.02 Dec 01:51 AM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Taonga pūoro heard again in NapierThe beauty and mystique of Māori musical instruments were almost lost to the world. But Napier man Layton Robertson is playing his part to help revive them. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch02 Dec 01:49 AM
New ZealandMan trying for weapon during arrest?A man wanted for an attack on his elderly father appeared to be possibly trying to grab a weapon as police launched an arrest in which 01 Dec 01:13 AM
BusinessNapier Port profit dips, eyes future growthRising volumes have not brought rising profit for Napier Port, which has again announced a reduced annual profit.28 Nov 05:27 PM
New ZealandWaters muddy further on contamination issuesHastings district mayor Lawrence Yule says people's efforts to conserve water since restrictions were put in place last week is making 28 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandTruck and car collide on State Highway 5A car has collided with a truck on State Highway 5. Emergency services were called to the scene "just north of the Te Haroto summit" 25 Nov 06:33 AM
CrimeWatch NZH Local Focus: I could've killed her"It's Not Ok" spokesperson Vic Tamati talks to Hawke's Bay Regional Prison inmates about living a violence-free life. Made with funding from NZ On Air.24 Nov 05:40 PM
New ZealandSay goodbye to sky-high temperaturesIt may be time to put away the togs - scorching temperatures on Wednesday aren't likely to be repeated today, the MetService says. While 23 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhat a scorcher! Temperatures hit 34CTemperatures in some parts of the country have climbed over 30 degrees before midday.23 Nov 12:51 AM
Freight and logisticsNapier Port big winner from quakeFreight destined for Wellington's CentrePort was quickly diverted to Napier Port after the Kaikoura earthquake.21 Nov 08:45 PM
PropertyHouse prices at peak: property brokerThe property market is at its peak, says Property Brokers Hawke's Bay manager Paul Whitaker. He said while prices were strong and 14 Nov 09:30 PM
New ZealandSupermoon link to quake? 'Poppycock'Predicting large earthquakes is not as simple as looking to the moon or watching the pet cat. A post online predicting an earthquake 14 Nov 06:00 PM
OpinionIt's not okay to hurt loved onesBy now you will be aware that Hawke's Bay Today, in conjunction with Women's Refuge, is running a week-long series titled Seeking 14 Nov 12:04 AM
EducationGerman visitors give big tick to the BayThe sunshine and the sea - and the chance to catch up with other "gap year" students from back home in Germany has made Osnabruck's 13 Nov 09:20 PM
PoliticsJack says protesters pound views unfoundedNapier dog owners were greeted with a protest as they drove to the Bark Island event in Park Island yesterday,on Sunday, with more 13 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandDog suffers five nights on cliff with broken legAfter five long nights on a cliff edge suffering a broken leg and severe dehydration, cocker spaniel Bluey will soon be home with 13 Nov 04:00 PM
CricketCricket: Captain cool in Bay's comfortable winHB v Horowhenua-KapitiFurlong Cup cricket Captain Jacob Smith celebrated his return to full health with a century as the Hawke's 13 Nov 03:30 PM
New ZealandDog rescued after days stuck on cliff ledgeThe dog was spotted by a rescue helicopter on Saturday morning after going over the top of the hill on Tuesday.12 Nov 12:17 AM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Hastings wildflower display delightsThe biennial Wildflower Sculpture Exhibition in Hastings is back for a fifth year. Since it started the event has raised more than $150,000 for Cranford Hospice. Made with assistance from NZ On Air. Watch11 Nov 09:35 PM
