New ZealandOrca pod freed from Napier estuary after stranding fearsPeople were warned not to swim with the orca or come closer than 50m. 29 Nov 11:34 PM
New ZealandOrca pod trapped in Napier pond as locals urged to stay clear of waterVisitors to Pandora Pond were urged to avoid the water until the orcas could exit the area.Watch29 Nov 10:15 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Madness': Newly built Govt apartment block has sat empty for five monthsJunk mail sits in all 30 letterboxes but there are no residents to collect it.29 Nov 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBlack Caps'Players didn't want me around': Jesse Ryder's advice to his younger self'I was always the first to say when I'd stuffed up.' 29 Nov 06:01 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentUB40's Ali Campbell on Māori culture: 'It's a shame your boss is trying to rewrite history'The singer says his love for Aotearoa began with an anti-apartheid protest.29 Nov 05:45 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNailing an apprenticeship through neurodiversity: 'Working with my hands helps me remember things''It’s not about fixing yourself – it’s about finding what works for you.'29 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandSurf lifesavers return to Hawke’s Bay beaches, and new rescue buoys help tooFour Hawke’s Bay clubs start weekend patrols from today, and volunteers are wanted.28 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘We need to talk about the rise in code browns’: Pool educates public after 20 closuresEach incident means a pool shutdown, heavy cleaning costs and disappointed swimmers.28 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Behaviour has crossed the line’: Home security allowance for councillorsSome councillors will be able to access allowances of up to $5500 to improve security.28 Nov 02:02 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesSunair back flying, not happy at being grounded for almost 5 monthsAirline says it was a 'dreadful' experience, but CAA says safety is crucial.28 Nov 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandVolunteers treat 500 patients on three-week Tanzania mission: ‘We have no idea how lucky we are’ Dr Peter Culham joined a Hawke’s Bay team treating 500 patients in Tanzania.27 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Outdated and dangerous': Govt wants to move e-scooters into cycle lanes as injury costs soarTukituki MP Catherine Wedd says new e-scooter rules could take effect by mid-2026.27 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Make your own’: Family opens pounamu carving studio in centre of NapierA Napier family has opened a pounamu shop where people can carve their own.27 Nov 04:55 PM
New ZealandHastings hits hottest November temperature in 60 years as Hawke's Bay sweltersIt's the second month in a row that Hastings has hit a long-standing temperature record.27 Nov 02:16 AM
New ZealandCowboy culture rides high as Hawke’s Bay hosts action-packed rodeoRodeo club is ready for an expected 7000 people to descend on Hastings showgrounds.26 Nov 11:46 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay Christmas Cheer appeal: Which items are of 'particular need' this yearDonations will be accepted until December 23 across Napier and Hastings.26 Nov 11:27 PM
New ZealandThe end of ‘Category 3’: Cyclone red zones to be phased outControversial labels placed over thousands of cyclone-hit properties to be phased out.26 Nov 11:17 PM
New ZealandWas it you? Winning tickets sold in Rotorua and KatikatiPowerball rolls over to Saturday night with an $8m jackpot up for grabs.26 Nov 05:51 PM
New ZealandWeather: A bit of a scorcher ahead for Hawke's BaySummer days on the horizon in Hawke's Bay, with temperatures around 30C.26 Nov 03:33 AM
New ZealandAquarium sale possible as Napier council looks to become more viableIn 2026, the aquarium will mark 50 years on its current site.26 Nov 03:23 AM
New Zealand‘Absurd’ or a ‘victory for common sense’? Bay leaders on plan to can regional councillorsSeveral former leaders say Government plan could force a new discussion on amalgamation.26 Nov 01:01 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Perfect storm': Warning for concertgoers as street festival cannedThe confidence to buy tickets early has disappeared in NZ, event promoter says.25 Nov 10:58 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe new 'bomb squad': What to make of Govt's regional council plan?OPINION: 'Your regional councillors are for the scrap heap. Dead folk walking.'25 Nov 09:22 PM
New ZealandOne seriously injured after crash involving cyclist and car on busy Napier roadOne person has been taken to hospital following the crash on a busy Napier road.25 Nov 09:21 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandReport supports push to make Brookfields Bridge between Napier and Hastings two lanesPlanning for a $35m-plus bridge is under way and a report supports it being two lanes.25 Nov 05:00 PM
Travel newsDisabled traveller left 'black and blue' after being told to slide down Air NZ plane stairsRachel Adams received an apology and 200 Airpoints Dollars, but says it isn't enough. 25 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay salon Mèche wins two national awardsTextured bobs, layered cuts, choppy pixies and curtain bangs are so in at Mèche.24 Nov 08:13 PM
New ZealandSure to rise: Napier man crowned NZ’s best young bread makerJames Berge will head to Europe on a $15,000 research grant and trip as a reward.24 Nov 05:05 PM
New ZealandOne of the biggest crane lifts in New Zealand for new bridge north of WairoaThursday's lift will be a sight to behold, and a joy for the community of Te Reinga.24 Nov 02:17 AM
New ZealandSold-out festivals boost Hawke’s Bay tourismMore than half the Harvest festival’s 2200 guests travelled from outside Hawke’s Bay.24 Nov 02:15 AM
EntertainmentFrom QI to Kirikiriroa: Alan Davies set for long-awaited NZ returnThe QI star begins his 10-date New Zealand tour in Hamilton on July 31.23 Nov 08:42 PM
New ZealandNapier builder running half marathon each day in November for mental healthMatty Pearce is on track to complete a remarkable goal supporting men's mental health.22 Nov 07:56 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAs the church collapsed in flame its kauri cross vanished - now it's been found after 44 years'I’ve got the cross in my garage, in pieces,' a man told Lynda Manglesen. She was stunned.21 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We sweep s**t under the carpet': Eight sexual abuse victims on how to speak out'There should be billboards of this kind of support up in every school.'21 Nov 05:00 PM
