New ZealandHere's a toast to St Patrick: Green galore and happy hours a plentyHow bars in Napier were getting into the St Patrick's Day spirit.17 Mar 04:29 AM
New ZealandYoung mum who's collected 638 Golden Books: ‘My husband banned me from the op shops for two years’Elvira Guylott says her hobby is a 'bad obsession', but she has her husband on board now.17 Mar 04:10 AM
New ZealandIt might be chilly at night - but it isn't the worst weather aroundTemperatures are forecast to range from a pleasant 22 degrees to just 5 this week.17 Mar 02:27 AM
New ZealandIt's 4-2 to the Saints in the big ball gameThe Mets were the favourites, but it was all hail the Saints on finals day.17 Mar 01:07 AM
New ZealandPower and thunder on Hawke Bay: Grandstand view and standing ovation as racers returnA perfect day on the water for the return of the Napier Offshore 100, last held in 2020.17 Mar 12:45 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Warning shot': Hawke’s Bay stopbanks have 'major inherent weaknesses', report findsA farmer was so concerned about stopbank failure, he paid $13k for an engineer's opinion.15 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew bridge plans at Puketapu revealed, Waikare bridge hopes still on iceA resource consent decision for the Waikare Gorge appears likely to be made in July.15 Mar 03:21 AM
New ZealandArtist’s work acts as ‘bridge between art and science’The exhibition is influenced by an interest in the polar regions.14 Mar 11:13 PM
New ZealandMan accused of murder of Javon Aranui namedName suppression continues for a second man charged with murder.14 Mar 09:01 PM
New ZealandPowerboats thunder into Napier for Saturday's big raceNapier's offshore powerboat race is the country's oldest14 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandReplacement of wharf could be brought forward after missing pile forces immediate closureThe closure bars vessels, vehicles and people from the wharf.14 Mar 02:39 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We have a short-list': Plan for closed Napier seafood business buildings revealed"Food shop please” is scribbled on the lease sign. The scribbler might just get that wish.13 Mar 11:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNapier’s new suburb: First roads near completion for 800-home Mission Hills projectThe new suburb will include a 'boutique supermarket' and eateries.13 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe man hiding $50 notes in public spaces across the countryA chance encounter with a beggar beside a KFC inspired him to start the movement.13 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandNapier rates hike - 47 per cent over three years ?Charges and fees targeted as council looks to limit rates hike.13 Mar 03:26 AM
Banking and financeFormer Napier mortgage broker sentenced for falsifying loan applicationsNatalie Ann Carter applied for seven loans totaling nearly $3 million.12 Mar 11:35 PM
New ZealandFarming to football: New Napier City Rover an ex-NZ age-grade and World Cup repA young Kiwi footballer's travels have taken him around the world and now to Napier.12 Mar 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Massive recession’ likely for Hawke’s Bay, mayor saysEconomists and CEOs see light at the end of the tunnel. What about on the streets?12 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandDonation goes some way to saving Hawke's Bay Knowledge Bank as pause loomsPrivate donation enables the digital archive to continue for three months.12 Mar 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandStevie Wonder, the Boss, Dolly? Who beckons for the Mission Concert?Concert promoter coy on future acts.12 Mar 02:30 AM
New ZealandKiwiRail putting Napier-Wairoa train line options to GovernmentThe Napier-Wairoa railway line has had hardly any trains in the last decade.11 Mar 05:06 AM
New ZealandDistinctive art deco building in Napier centre goes up for saleThe large act deco building designed by a famous architect has gone up for sale.11 Mar 12:24 AM
KahuTairāwhiti conservationist discovers new mānuka speciesGraeme Atkins confirms new manuka species 20 years after initial find.10 Mar 10:38 PM
KahuNgāti Kahungunu set to host next phase of iwi movement opposing government policyNgāti Kahungunu will host hui to address government policies.10 Mar 05:54 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThey wanted a backyard pool - as soon as workers arrived, things 'didn't feel right'Warren Hanger has spent $80,000 on what is currently a breeding ground for mosquitoes.10 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'A real privilege': Stuart Nash to transform historic Napier Courthouse into family homeHis father and grandfather both worked in it - now Stuart Nash's family will live in it.10 Mar 03:30 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFlaxmere teen signs with Hawks: 'I had a ball in my hands when I started walking'Zoram Smiler's rise through the Hawke's Bay age groups is complete.09 Mar 10:34 PM
New ZealandWatch: Boat on fire at Napier marinaA burning boat sent fire into the skies over Ahuriri, Napier.08 Mar 01:58 AM
New Zealand'It’s vital we factor this': Flood protection had no chance against Gabrielle - reportFurther work required to design appropriate flood mitigation.08 Mar 12:56 AM
New ZealandTrev Terry Marine boat business trades on in receivershipPotential buyers are showing interest in Trev Terry Marine07 Mar 01:42 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionWhere new supermarkets have opened and might rise soonWhere are new stores opening? One store shut in Flaxmere but that's been eclipsed.06 Mar 07:23 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Move to Auckland': Dentists tell parents to wait 'up to three years' for kids' check-ups14 per cent of kids due for an oral health check-up in 2022 are yet to be seen.06 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandDelays to two huge Hawke's Bay solar farm projects, but developers say bright future aheadA solar farm in Central Hawke's Bay and one near Hawke's Bay Airport both face delays.06 Mar 04:18 AM
New Zealand'Get on with the job sooner': Government streamlines flood protectionIt's believed a streamlined consent process should enable a faster Hawke's Bay rebuild.05 Mar 04:42 AM