New ZealandWork starts on NZ’s largest approved solar farm between Taupō and NapierThe 700,000-panel Te Rahui solar farm is set to become a landmark.06 May 10:55 PM
New ZealandSteam trains line up for Winter Art Deco and school holidays experienceArt Deco Festival in February had almost 23,000 unique attendees, some of them on trains.06 May 10:43 PM
New ZealandLocal govt shake-up: Mayors welcome deadline to design simpler council model'It’s absurd and childish to have so many councils.'06 May 03:39 AM
New ZealandCentury-old Gaiety Theatre building gets makeover in NapierBuilt in 1912, the Gaiety Theatre was badly damaged in the 1931 earthquake, but lives on.05 May 11:58 PM
New ZealandFrom teen lock-up to Central League: Fenton's long road to Napier City RoversThe 26-year-old forward has twice battled back from early season injuries.05 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘It’s appalling’: Napier shop owners hit out at proposed CCTV chargeThe CCTV trial has led to arrests, fire callouts and better police intelligence.05 May 05:27 AM
New ZealandWairoa couple take equity stake in Pāmu’s Mahiwi farmCameron Hassall and Alice Wilson will help run the 1755-hectare farm.04 May 10:49 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNight raids and secret ops: Officer's 40 years guarding marine life from poachersCraig Petherick knew his life's mission: 'We are in the business of protecting the fish.'04 May 08:48 PM
New ZealandReservist platoon beats fulltime soldiers to elite army skills titleTheir win means they will represent New Zealand at the UK's Cambrian Patrol.04 May 03:49 AM
New Zealand'Forced off the land': Lifestyle block owner hits out at city's plan to make rates 'fairer'More than 1500 properties in 'rural residential' areas will be shifted on to urban rates.03 May 11:38 PM
New ZealandWinter kahawai competition reels in 500 anglers and $25k prize poolThe fishing contest runs from June 1 to August 31 along the Pōrangahau-Māhia coast.03 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRobotic-assisted surgery introduced in HB with machine at Royston HospitalIt's currently used for urology, expansion to gynaecology and general surgery is planned.02 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Still totally edible': The plan to help shops with surplus food find customers'There is simply no good reason for good food to go to waste.'01 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandSplit verdicts in murder trial of four men responsible for the death of homeless manBoy Taylor was repeatedly punched, kicked and stomped on during an attack in Napier.01 May 04:11 AM
New ZealandThunder Park re-enactment to draw hot rodders from way backThe iconic drag strip closed in 1997.01 May 02:39 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We are scoring the points': Hawks focus on defence in bid to end horror runThe Hawks last won a home NBL game in Taradale a year ago.01 May 01:40 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly lucky': Bay of Islands boaties cling to chilly bin after dinghy sinks in the darkOne man swam ashore near Waitangi Mountain Bike Park to raise the alarm.01 May 01:20 AM
New ZealandInjured boatie winched to safety after dinghy sinks overnightOne person swam to shore and raised the alarm, while another was found washed ashore.30 Apr 10:47 PM
New ZealandElection 2026: Teacher and conservation leader join growing list of HB candidatesMore candidates have put their hand up to run for Parliament in Hawke's Bay electorates.30 Apr 03:37 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNot quite free trade, but apple growers welcome reduced 25% tariff to IndiaTariffs for apples drop from 50% to 25% into India and growers are 'over the moon'.29 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: How sport is helping disabled teens push limits and find their own team'We still want to be included like everyone else, even if it looks a little different.' 29 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandHomicide victim 'armed and dangerous' – or alone and vulnerable, court hearsTwo of the four men who attacked Boy Taylor received injuries from broken glass.29 Apr 04:05 AM
New Zealand'We need to do more': Govt cracks down on nang sales'Loophole' closed that allowed purchases of 3.3 litre canisters from dairies, vape stores.29 Apr 12:55 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: 'This isn’t just about wool' - The Napier knitting retreat bringing fibre fans together'This is an invitation to slow down, make something with your hands, be around others.'28 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘Very proud of myself’: Lack’s double sparks Rovers’ comeback winThe win keeps Napier City Rovers unbeaten and holding the prized O'Brien Shield.28 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandGreen light for $47m rebuild to raise key Hawke’s Bay power hub out of way of floods'We made a commitment to the people of Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti.'28 Apr 03:22 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelThree Napier brothers are serving ‘NZ-style’ ice cream to celebrities. This is what their LA life is likeFrom Hawke's Bay to Noosa to Hollywood, the Chalmers brothers are taking NZ to the world.27 Apr 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRetailNZ's rising supermarket stars: 10 owners share secrets of the grocery gameThe long road to owning a supermarket: Why these grocers went all in.27 Apr 08:35 PM
New ZealandHomicide victim broke bottles and 'threatened' men before being killedOne of four men accused of a Napier murder said the victim 'instigated the whole thing'.27 Apr 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Carry their absence still': Worldwide commemorations to mark Anzac DayAs well as services at home, Anzac Day is being marked from South Korea to South Sudan.25 Apr 12:35 AM
New ZealandPeer support staff to join Hawke's Bay ED as part of nationwide $61.6m mental health rolloutHawke's Bay ED peer support will launch in mid-2026; recruitment is currently underway.24 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Like a miracle': Family inside unit escapes unhurt after car ploughs into itA neighbour heard the bang and thought 'oh no, they are dead’.24 Apr 12:42 AM
CrimeCold case solved after gang member admits manslaughter following jailhouse phone callsErueti Wirihana has admitted to killing Eddie Peters seven years ago in Hastings. 24 Apr 12:08 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Good first step': The soldiers who now have right to fall in with mates on Anzac DayAnzac Day services were designed, by law, to commemorate those who served up to 1966.23 Apr 06:00 PM
