PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe island that disappeared in Napier: 'They took it'Taape Tareha dived into hundreds of pages of court notes and found an unusual theft.26 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'He has clawed together considerable influence': How a cat became 'mayor' of a NZ suburbMayor Kirsten Wise said she and Sooty had bonded over a mutual dislike of tuna.26 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice examining scene of ‘suspicious’ Napier firePolice were called to the scene at 1.45am.25 Dec 07:27 PM
New Zealand‘Never a time to be a hero’: What to do if you’re first at a crashPolice have advice for people who come across a crash scene.25 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Sorry to be the Christmas Grinch’: Bad weather forecast for parts of NZMeanwhile, a meteorologist gives his pick for where he would like to spend Christmas Day.24 Dec 11:07 PM
New ZealandFour men face murder charges after man found dead in Napier CBDTwo 19-year-olds are among four arrested in the Boy Taylor homicide inquiry.24 Dec 12:56 AM
New ZealandSunny HB Christmas Day, but keep an eye on the fireOutdoors Christmas Day cooking is allowed, but the warning is: Be careful.24 Dec 12:29 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We are trying to farm worms': Farmer fighting his way out of drench resistance 'disaster'Farmer says he’s not just farming sheep any more, he’s “trying to farm worms”.23 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice arrest third man after violent death of Boy Taylor in Napier CBD'Police cannot rule out further arrests and charges.'23 Dec 07:36 AM
New Zealand‘That’s not normal’: Rescued penguin unable to move on Napier beachExperts: Climate change pushing penguin food deeper, causing starvation.23 Dec 04:00 AM
New ZealandPolice restrain over $2.5m in assets after illicit tobacco operation bustedInvestigations found a Gisborne restaurant illegally selling tobacco to the public.23 Dec 02:46 AM
New ZealandWhy a Hastings charity pauses to recharge during ChristmasHastings charity pauses meals over Christmas to ease volunteer workload22 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay communities host Christmas lunches for those in needHawke's Bay hosts Christmas lunches for those seeking company and support.22 Dec 07:58 PM
New Zealand'Please stay': Stabbing victim foresaw 'frenzied' knife attackShe was stabbed repeatedly in the face, upper torso and abdomen by a man in her home.22 Dec 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWater-efficient orchards: How tech is helping Hawke’s Bay growers'It is a much more efficient way of getting twice as many apples using a lot less water.'22 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandLife of an Animal Control officer: 'I have never seen a person on the streets with a skinny dog''Section sizes have shrunk but all dogs need exercise, no matter what breed they are.'22 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice arrest two men after violent death of Boy Taylor in Napier’s CBD'Police cannot rule out the possibility of further arrests and charges.'22 Dec 01:22 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay teen secures Rod Drury’s backing for second-hand uniform website Get Uniformed'It’s a great initiative', young Hawke's Bay entrepreneur backed by Rod Drury. 21 Dec 09:35 AM
New ZealandWatch: Triumphs, tears and tenacity – a year inside leading Kiwi football teamWatch: The Herald spent a year in camp with a top NZ football club – catch all the drama.21 Dec 03:00 AM
New Zealand‘Doors are beginning to open for women who enjoy getting out on the farm’Annual East Coast Farming Expo to put focus on females.21 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandHomicide inquiry after 'gentle soul' street dweller killed in Napier CBDStreet dweller Boy Taylor died in Napier's CBD on Wednesday morning.20 Dec 01:16 AM
New Zealand'Hero of a summer': Air NZ expects 101,000 travellers to Hawke's BayHawke’s Bay Airport adds two EV chargers, boosting convenience for electric drivers.19 Dec 08:51 PM
New Zealand‘Definite rise’: Police urge vigilance as e-bike thefts spikeReport suspicious activity promptly to help police prevent thefts, says Detective Sergeant Boyd.19 Dec 08:39 PM
New ZealandNew Woolworths supermarket planned for Flaxmere, resource consent filedFlaxmere is set for a new Woolworths, creating jobs and boosting local commerce.19 Dec 01:37 AM
New ZealandVanuatu Earthquakes: Hawke’s Bay rescuers head for Port VilaSpecially trained Urban Search and Rescue staff have been sent Vanuatu.19 Dec 12:50 AM
New Zealand'A winner, no matter what': Tryathlon returns to HastingsThere is a new duathlon option for kids aged 7-15, offering a run, bike, run course.17 Dec 10:16 PM
New Zealand'We’re excited': Hawke’s Bay Music Hub announces 2024 record line-upVinyl pressing of 300 copies to promote Hawke’s Bay musicians, launch in February.17 Dec 09:44 PM
New Zealand'Really hard-to-kill cancer': Much-loved culinary teacher in a fight for his lifeThis Hawke's Bay teacher touched the lives of many, now they're rallying to save his.16 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe chase is over – rain ends Napier hopes of schools cricket titleNapier went into the last match unbeaten in five consecutive run chases.16 Dec 06:48 AM
New Zealand'Whole different scale': Piles for new Puketapu bridge driven 41 metres into the groundEngineering ‘legacy’ being created in Hawke's Bay to replace bridge swept away by floods.15 Dec 08:34 PM
New ZealandThe right Paige - Dobson steps up after national schools winCoach Snell is predicting big things over long distances from this Napier youngster.15 Dec 07:46 PM
New Zealand'You can’t tell over the music that she is ticking': Young girl's journey to dance goldFor 10-year-old Faith Minhinnick, hip hop's more than fun, it's an outlet.15 Dec 05:00 PM
PoliticsPolice Minister praises ‘outstanding’ response to gang tangi, compliance with patch ban ‘high’'If you break the law, expect a response.'15 Dec 03:29 AM
New ZealandGang leader's funeral: Eight arrests today as some mourners flout patch banThe funeral is for Napier's Angus Benson, a Mongrel Mob Barbarian chapter president.14 Dec 05:24 AM