New ZealandSchool transforming their 'chicken and chips kids' with healthier lunches'This programme has been awesome in introducing new tastes and textures.'17 Mar 02:56 AM
New ZealandBig three set for Napier NPC games in 2025Three big city teams will face the Magpies at McLean Park. All the best!17 Mar 02:48 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawks and Ball the talk of the NBL as they aim for three from threeJackson Ball, 17, has scored 76 points for the Hawks in his two starts this year.16 Mar 11:25 PM
New ZealandObituary: Nigel Marple - one of NZ’s finest photojournalistsNigel Marple went from Napier to Sarajevo, confronting tragedy, triumph through his lens.16 Mar 11:20 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay Sports Awards postponed indefinitelyThe Hawke's Bay Sports Awards have been an annual event since the mid-1960s.16 Mar 11:05 PM
Sport‘Pretty farcical’: Empty high-performance centre under scrutinyIntended as a central training hub, the Karāpiro site is now underused.16 Mar 08:18 PM
New Zealand‘Driven by the gang code’: Mobster smiles during jailing for assault, extortion and kidnappingThe 25yo was sentenced for seven years for crimes that including aggravated robbery. 16 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandLandfill lament: Region's yearly recycling mistakes could fill a cruise shipWhy organics are the biggest waste challenge in Hawke's Bay.15 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandIll gotten gains? The case of the shoebox with $164,080 insideTerry Weston said the cash was from work, ACC payouts, a bike sale and gambling.14 Mar 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBanning teens from bars: Is it discerning or discriminatory?Market St Bar in Napier doesn't let in teens after 9pm for safety reasons.14 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandIn search of a new home: The creepy crawlies moving south from AucklandHuntsman spiders are not the only insects establishing themselves in new parts of NZ.14 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: NZ needs a long-term vision for infrastructureOPINION: 'Why do we have to spend time and money cleaning up after the incompetents?'14 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandDriver wanted after $50,000 heist and police chase tried to hide in a woodshedHendrix John Haerewa rammed two police cars before fleeing on foot.14 Mar 03:20 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMayor encourages public protest at Napier Health Centre over overnight health careOver 100 signed a health services 'Buller Declaration', and the mayor urged them to rally.14 Mar 02:31 AM
New ZealandLove at first meatball: 'There was chemistry across the bakery''As we were both quite young some of the conversations were a bit raunchy.'13 Mar 05:09 PM
New ZealandBlood moon to grace Hawke’s Bay skies during Friday’s lunar eclipseThe total eclipse will happen between 8pm and 8.30pm, ending at 11pm.13 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandEels returned to stream after being dumped at compost facility'Any live eels that have hitchhiked to BioRich are collected and returned to the stream.'13 Mar 02:02 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'A star is born': Teenager scores 40 points for the Hawks in NBL openerJackson Ball turned 17 this week.13 Mar 01:03 AM
New Zealand‘Limb-it-less’ combo conquer IronmanNZ with ‘pig-headed determination’A Bay woman has helped her friend become the first female amputee to complete IronmanNZ.12 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Iconic': The big plan for one of NZ's oldest rātā treesA conservation project the size of 88 rugby fields will surround it.12 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandSchool giving most of its 'inedible' lunches to a pig called CracklesCritics of the school say it should invest in some salt and pepper to make them tastier.12 Mar 02:39 AM
New ZealandNapier house fire treated as suspicious, police appeal for witnessesPolice are asking anyone who may have seen suspicious activity to come forward.12 Mar 02:35 AM
New ZealandMāori-owned businesses surpass 1000 in Hawke’s Bay"Māori-owned businesses often prioritise kaitiakitanga."12 Mar 01:45 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandStories of heroism unearthed as ‘long unseen' Dannevirke treasures go up for auctionA firefighter's sacrifice, and a Navy man's bravery - the back stories behind the medals.11 Mar 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDeveloper's plan to merge Hastings and Flaxmere with 2000 homes revealedDavid Colville says the ambitious plan is needed. An opponent says it is 'preposterous'.11 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandReversing truck topples Napier streetlightThe pole has been removed and will be reinstated at an NZTA contractor's cost.11 Mar 05:05 AM
New ZealandNapier healthcare services in the spotlight at public meetingAn opposition MP and city leaders are expected at Thursday night's meeting.11 Mar 02:46 AM
New ZealandBen Elton brings new show to Napier 'exploring the outer limits of human idiocy'The comedian tackles the pitfalls of AI and human stupidity.10 Mar 10:37 PM
New ZealandTakapau puts its hand up to save rugby clubThe Takapau rugby club has a history of 140 years, but was on the verge of folding.10 Mar 09:11 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay women take historic 100m national relay titleThe depth of Hawke's Bay sprinting talent was on show at the national championships.10 Mar 09:05 PM
New Zealand‘Well involved’ blaze: Person in hospital after overnight house fireFire crews from Napier and Hastings responded to the scene.10 Mar 07:05 PM
New Zealand'We’ve infused the Māori humour': Hastings man given the chance to voice Lord Farquaad'Doing it through Māori words, Māori flow and language, it's a totally different story.'10 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandHuntsman spider finds new home in NZA breed of Huntsman spider appears to be establishing itself in Napier.10 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandTriple treat: Cruise trio brings 5200 visitorsScores of passengers off the three ships thronged into the Emerson St shopping precinct.10 Mar 03:36 AM