New Zealand'Long night': Campground damaged, narrow miss for family homeA Waipawa family count themselves fortunate after a large tree narrowly missed their home.16 Feb 12:27 AM
New ZealandWaipā mayor updates community following flood destruction across districtAn update from Mayor Mike Pettit and Deputy Mayor Jo Davies-Colley on the flooding impacts in Pirongia and Te Pahu following the severe weather. Video / Waipā District CouncilWatch14 Feb 12:41 AM
New ZealandCentral Hawke’s Bay to host kapa haka festival for the first time in 16 yearsUp to 10,000 people are expected to watch the Te Kahu o Te Amorangi Kapa Haka Regionals. 10 Feb 09:14 PM
New Zealand'Replaced more than 30 windscreens': Carnage from roadworks on level 'never seen' before07 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandFarming with AI: Waipukurau farmer moves his stock while on holiday in Colombia28 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandSport, agriculture, fitness: Accident-prone Hawke's Bay's 2025 ACC claims26 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandHow the role of Santa has changed – from a man who's donned the red suit for 46 years18 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandCHB's Caitlin Kirk claims steeplechase title at NZ Secondary Schools champs 16 Dec 09:54 PM
New ZealandBeach community faces toilet flushing restrictions as water source runs near-dryCouncil water tankers are now trucking in supplies to keep taps running.11 Dec 02:40 AM
New Zealand'Buy a Central HB landmark': Huge historic homestead with truffle farm for saleTruffles, history and a luxury retreat all in one could be yours at Wallingford.09 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandDon't panic, remember your towel: Sci-fi music festival touching down in TakapauThe CHB Sanctuary Sounds festival theme is retro-futuristic world of vintage sci-fi.02 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew cash depot a 'game-changer' for Central Hawke's Bay businessesTrial will provide a local convenient solution for withdrawing cash for business.01 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Green shoots emerging’: CHB Mayor confident in district’s business outlookClosures on the cards for Waipukurau main street, mayor stays hopeful for new businesses. 19 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandMagic-sand closures: Council shuts Waipawa, Waipukurau librariesMagic sand used at CHB libraries in after-school activities and holiday programmes. 19 Nov 02:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe dementia facility with a grocery store and its own 'village money''What's happening in the community can happen here too.'15 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Just wanted the stories told’: Legacy left by a military historian after his death at 45Patrick Bronte recorded the personal stories of more than 500 NZ veterans.14 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandBay events celebrating the best of the region's culture, food and historyHawke's Bay events celebrate Māori language, Cornwall Park, Waipukurau races and more. 13 Nov 02:19 AM
New ZealandTeen artist finds her calling behind the scenes of WOW showCentral Hawke's Bay makeup artist shines at World of Wearable arts in Wellington. 11 Nov 09:57 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay to get its first fixed speed cameras in a decade, and they'll capture average speed16% of motorists were found to speed between Te Hauke and Pakipaki, so cameras will go in.05 Nov 07:51 PM
New ZealandWaipukurau run raising funds for local man defying odds'It was like he had a stroke without any evidence of a stroke.'05 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Like being flash fried': Kiwi mum caught in crossfire of firebomb attackThe attack in Australia left Penny Travers with burns to 25% of her body.03 Nov 09:51 PM
New Zealand'Quite humbled': Jerry Greer appointed deputy mayor for Central Hawke’s BayCentral Hawke's Bay's new mayor has chosen his deputy to lead alongside him.28 Oct 08:58 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'It's not just a Pōrangahau issue': With wildfires out, attention turns to preventionFirefighters aren't expecting flare-ups now, despite a strong wind watch.27 Oct 12:33 AM
New ZealandOngaonga marks 150 years with parade, vintage cars and Victorian flairFounded by Henry Hamilton Bridge in 1875, Ongaonga marked 150 years in style.19 Oct 09:47 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDetain the enemy, remember the bomb: When towns become NZ Army training grounds'It's a game of cat and mouse, and you’re not necessarily the cat.'17 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandFrom past to present: How Ongaonga plans to bring its 150-year story to lifeThe historical village is celebrating 150 years.15 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandPortrait of Jesus survives fire that destroyed Hawke's Bay chapelA portrait of Jesus was the only item from the chapel undamaged by flames or water.12 Oct 11:39 PM
New ZealandTwo gang tangi convoys to be monitored by police in Hawke’s BayExtra patrols are on Hawke’s Bay roads as two gang tangi draw large crowds.12 Oct 08:06 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSummer holiday at Pourerere Beach? A computer will decide if you’re allowed to stayHoliday-maker worries about online-only ballot to stay at quintessential Kiwi beach camp.07 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCommunity help needed to rebuild swing bridge that became a 'symbol of Central Hawke's Bay's vision''The swing bridge has always been more than wood, steel and concrete.'07 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Common sense': Law change could see third of Bay’s quake-prone buildings deemed safeBuilding owners in townships like Wairoa and Dannevirke will benefit hugely.04 Oct 05:00 PM