New ZealandMassive liner looks for a new port in a stormThe cruise ship's captain decides Napier's a better bet.28 Nov 02:33 AM
New ZealandThe huge new retirement village in Napier with a 'memory care centre'There's a circular design, wall murals, personalised apartment doors and a sensory room.26 Nov 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstruction$3b landlord, Sylvia Park owner: How it has done in the past six monthsBusiness has sold properties lately at Westgate and for Ikea's first store here.26 Nov 10:15 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJarrod Gilbert: 'An eye-opener' - evidence-based policing models a 'win for NZ'OPINION: New scientific, evidence-led policing makes communities safer.26 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandCrash updates: One dead after second weekend crash near DannevirkeOne person has died in a second serious crash in the area in less than 12 hours.25 Nov 07:49 AM
PremiumPremiumAll BlacksHow to make your kid an All Black: The schools shaping championsBalancing the books and rugby boots: The schools with the most All Blacks and Black Ferns.24 Nov 05:27 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionPower List: Who owns Mitre 10 stores throughout New Zealand?Structure of this shy 49-year-old giant a quietly brilliant story of co-operative success.24 Nov 04:10 AM
CrimeNotorious gang member faces lengthy prison sentence after violent assault on elderly manMobster Puk Kireka kidnapped partner and attacked good samaritan.24 Nov 03:47 AM
New ZealandPlans for beachfront highway roundabout south of NapierRoad widening work will take place ahead of building the new Awatoto roundabout.23 Nov 04:14 AM
New Zealand'Striking distance': Less than 60mm of rain needed for Napier to have wettest year yetThe Hawke's Bay city is on the cusp of breaking a rainfall record ahead of the weekend.23 Nov 02:47 AM
FootballGoals set for Napier City Rovers after whistle blown on 2023Squad depth is a work-on for next year as Napier City Rovers sign off on 2023.22 Nov 07:13 PM
New ZealandWhale you wait: Curious orcas temporarily halt wharf workA family took a swim into Ahuriri for lunch. Perhaps they'll stick around?22 Nov 03:28 AM
New ZealandHave your say on Napier council modelCouncils nationwide are required to do a representation review every six years.21 Nov 10:57 PM
New ZealandCruise control: Why Napier retailers love the sound of Australian accentsThe first big cruise ship rolled into Napier with the right sort of passengers.21 Nov 10:40 PM
KahuThe 28th Māori Battalion unclaimed medals kaupapa completed in NapierForty-six sets of medals were presented to whānau in the final ceremony.21 Nov 05:53 PM
New ZealandPerson left in critical condition after crash in Te PukeTraffic management is currently in place and the Serious Crash Unit has been notified.21 Nov 08:02 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay-based clothing brand Kilt to shutter its Napier factoryIt is keeping stores open, but closing its Napier factory, which has at least 18 staff.21 Nov 02:36 AM
New ZealandSupermarket swap: Napier’s two near-neighbouring Countdowns to become two WoolworthsNeither of the supermarkets separated by just one street in Napier are being sold.21 Nov 01:14 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIn darkness, avoiding a sting, a million bees cross the Hawke's Bay borderThis was what beekeepers had been desperate for after the cyclone flooded many hives.19 Nov 12:10 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain warning for ranges of Hawke's BayHeavy rain is expected to fall over 24 hours, with 150mm in the ranges.18 Nov 11:57 PM
New ZealandRevealed: The best business in Napier's CBD is a bar and eateryJudges labelled the venue "the total package".17 Nov 12:06 AM
New ZealandHigh-profile mobster admits to dealing meth in prisonPoutawa “Puk” Kireka has been in custody for over a year after bashing a good Samaritan.15 Nov 11:39 PM
New ZealandCruise ship with Covid, gastro outbreak to change passengers ahead of NZ visitThe large cruise ship will be the first big bopper to visit the local port this season.15 Nov 04:31 AM
New ZealandWhich National League football clubs are pushing young Kiwi talent the most?Revealed: Which National League clubs give teenage footballers the most and least time.14 Nov 08:40 PM
New Zealand‘Really thrilled’: Napier to feature on the world triathlon circuitTick off February 24-25 for the triathlon in Napier.14 Nov 03:39 AM
New ZealandBuy-out meetings for cyclone hit properties under wayMore than half have had first meetings with the special council office or are about to.14 Nov 01:56 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle still affecting Napier Port’s profitsA subdued log export market contributed to softer cargo volume.14 Nov 01:18 AM
Crime'I miss her hugs, her kisses' - Mum of six stabbed to death in Napier sleepoutThe man who stabbed Arohaina Henare to death has been jailed for life.14 Nov 12:08 AM
New ZealandMission Concert performance of a lifetime for Port Ahuriri kapa haka groupAnthony Stretch and his talented tamariki blew the crowd of 25,000 away.13 Nov 10:59 PM
New ZealandHamilton tech business wins contract with NZ NavyThe company will build a special training software for officers.13 Nov 10:01 PM
New ZealandC.R. Avery: Prepare for a storm on stageHe has relentlessly toured the world for the last 26 years.13 Nov 09:30 PM
New ZealandIt's a bit unusual: Sir Tom Jones to headline show at Napier stadiumThe 83-year-old Welsh crooner will be the first overseas headliner to play McLean Park.13 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandPopcorn chicken: Robbie Williams concert meal a literal re-inventionA sweet and sour offering from a cook left one punter in stitches.13 Nov 03:40 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrustrations over lack of Marewa pedestrian crossing lead to protestAdvocates say Napier's council has waited too long to improve safety for pedestrians.12 Nov 11:32 PM
