KahuCyclone Gabrielle's lost pou found: A sign of life for Tangoio IwiDespite the pou's return, Tangoio Marae still awaits repairs two years post-cyclone.26 Nov 06:30 PM
New ZealandMutes from Mars break disability barriers through musicFeaturing musicians with disabilities, Mutes from Mars perform in Hawke's Bay on Nov 28.26 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandHamish Pinkham’s tips for festival success: The music, the venue and the vibesBlack Barn will be a 'natural home' for the event, with a 'pulsing bassline' thrown in. 26 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandWitnesses wanted after person hit by vehicle then assaulted in NapierThe victim was taken to hospital with serious injuries.25 Nov 09:47 PM
New Zealand'Ugly and racist': Man's abusive TikTok posts after Salvation Army shop assaultJudge: 'Colourful is a polite description. It’s not colourful. It’s abusive.'25 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandPou swept from marae during Cyclone Gabrielle washes ashore after 650 days at seaA hand-carved pou lost in the cyclone has been found on Mahia Beach, 100km from home.25 Nov 03:09 AM
New ZealandHealth NZ to immunise 1400 seasonal workers against measlesHealth NZ is expecting to vaccinate 1400 RSE workers.25 Nov 12:13 AM
New ZealandTurning niche to neat with property styling Refined SpacesKatie Kettle was once a Navy chief now she transforms homes by refining and rearranging.22 Nov 05:07 PM
New ZealandNapier Christmas Parade celebrates its 150th anniversaryGrowth in registration as Santa gears up to celebrate city’s 150th anniversary after a post-Covid slump. Video / Rafaella MeloWatch22 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandChildren face 10-hour school day as bus route axedMum accuses Education Ministry of breaching its own criteria.22 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Rejection after rejection': Two families who met at flat viewing secure house with novel approachThe couples with kids decided they weren't going to fight each other to get a place.22 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandForty entries for Napier's Christmas Parade as rebound beginsCommunity support for the Christmas Parade in Napier is rising after a post-Covid slump.22 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandLucky escape: Owner scrolling social media spots her dog stuck in a poo pondThe power of Facebook - and help from a lasso - saved a dog from a stink situation.22 Nov 01:37 AM
New ZealandFire at Napier landscaping supply storeThe fire took hold in a compost heap.21 Nov 06:20 PM
New ZealandGivealittle funds raised to support man's cancer battle shifts to buy his coffinTens of thousands raised for cancer battler Jason Hooker used to make him comfortable.21 Nov 05:56 PM
New ZealandNeil Kirton: Hawke's Bay councils 'gamble' on urban developmentOPINION: Napier's vote is 'akin to a high-stakes game of poker'.21 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandMixed weather for big weekend of events in Hawke's BaySummer Regatta sailing and kahawai fishing are features of a busy weekend.20 Nov 09:26 PM
New ZealandHow Napier City Rovers can make the National League finalNational League final hope not lost despite gutting Napier City Rovers defeat.20 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandSanta's summer grotto and Mrs Claus' bar hop highlight festive funNapier CBD to celebrate Christmas with a month of events, starting November 23.20 Nov 01:29 AM
New ZealandNapier keeps controversial site in strategy plan, Hastings votes no to building on fertile landTwo proposed residential development sites in Havelock North were removed from the FDS.19 Nov 09:13 PM
New ZealandOne region expected to be real test for gang-patch ban'The younger ones are quite likely to be more militant about it.'19 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessNapier Port says earnings rebound will continue in 2025The port bounces back after Cyclone Gabrielle sabotaged its post-Covid recovery.18 Nov 09:34 PM
New ZealandTeen takes on 28km run in high heels: 'Represents the pain men are feeling'A personal journey with mental health inspired 18-year-old to break stigma in heels.18 Nov 05:00 PM
EntertainmentSix60 announces 'exclusive' transtasman tour: 'We knew we had to bring it back'The band will perform outdoor shows at eight locations across NZ and Australia.18 Nov 02:45 AM
New ZealandArt project left at door of Napier museum causes bomb scareThe colourful creation, made of fabric, was found sitting outside the museum’s entrance.18 Nov 02:13 AM
New ZealandCyclone heroes celebrated at Hawke's Bay Forestry Awards'Forestry people opened roads, towed gear through flooded rivers.'17 Nov 11:33 PM
New ZealandNew Hawke’s Bay fund to boost predator control and replantingThe goal of the fund is to create a habitat alive with flora and fauna across the region.17 Nov 09:44 PM
New ZealandGetting Through: New Farmstrong resources for farmers after severe weatherHawke’s Bay farmers share recovery stories in book and website launch.17 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice cordons erected around Napier Museum after discovery of strange bird-like ‘package’By about 2pm, police determined the package posed no threat.17 Nov 01:46 AM
New ZealandThe Hawke's Bay artists creating kiwi sculptures for a trail in NapierTwo local artists join the Kiwi Art Trail's team creating giant sculptures.15 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandBill Robertson: Pack the park – a Napier City Rovers rallying cryOPINION: Napier City Rovers' coach has a stirring message ahead of Sunday's epic showdown.14 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncils say buyouts of homes destroyed during Cyclone Gabrielle almost completedMore than 300 properties across Hastings and Napier were deemed Category 3.12 Nov 09:16 PM
New ZealandTable-topping Napier City Rovers fizzing for National League run homeNapier City Rovers' hopes of making the National League final are in their own hands.12 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandTurtle troubles in Napier: 'It is totally irresponsible to release them to the wild'Turtles are believed to have been dumped by owners who can no longer care for them.12 Nov 12:54 AM
