Latest from Napier

'Underdog' Havelock North boat builders win national award

"From what we've heard, it's one of the most prestigious awards in the marine industry."

'Super excited': Benee coming to Napier as part of Aotearoa Tour

The rising superstar will perform at Pettigrew Green Arena in August.

Submitters have their say on councils' draft long term plans

But how well they were being heard was being questioned.

Giant skateboard to roll into Hawke's Bay

The skateboard will be at Napier's Bay Skate from 9am to noon on Saturday.

Four injured in three crashes overnight

Power lines down, road signs broken - it wasn't just the wind causing mayhem.

Lost in mail: Ashes posted to Rotorua end up 900km away

The ashes have ended up at a non-existent Queenstown address.

A risky, roaring foam pit: Hawke's Bay hit by three-metre swells

"This is next level."

Eagle Brewing NZ owner reconsidering position after racist comments

David Gaughan made the comments on Facebook.

75 per cent of Napier floods insurance claims settled

A 'small number of complex situations' on Napier Hill are yet to be resolved, says mayor.

Napier-Taupō Rd speed review: SH5 and 51 consultation extended

It's apologised for suggestion the average travel time would go up by less than a minute.

The iconic Haumoana 'caddy shack' bach is gone. Here's what might be replacing it

'The design is in keeping with the bach that was there. It will be a nostalgic nod.'

The incredible story of two Kiwi boys, their Rubik's cubes and a stranger's $50 notes

Two boys were waiting for their dinner when a stranger surprised them with $50 each.

Sport-loving region is also a hub of sports injuries, ACC stats reveal

14,603 claims paid out in a single year related to sporting and recreational activities.

Hawke's Bay Airport announces plan to be carbon neutral by 2030

"We want to be New Zealand's most sustainable airport."

Fine weather continues as kids head back to school

Winter chills still some time off.

The new Napier emergency whare proving care to kids as young as 3

"It's common for kids to run. But we haven't had one person try. They want to be there."