PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow the role of Santa has changed – from a man who's donned the red suit for 46 yearsThe toy requests have remained remarkably similar over time – robots, dolls, dinosaurs.18 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandCHB's Caitlin Kirk claims steeplechase title at NZ Secondary Schools champs Caitlin Kirk smashed her own HB record for a national title at the competition.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 sale09 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandDon't panic, remember your towel: Sci-fi music festival touching down in Takapau02 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Green shoots emerging’: CHB Mayor confident in district’s business outlook19 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandThe dementia facility with a grocery store and its own 'village money'15 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Just wanted the stories told’: Legacy left by a military historian after his death at 4514 Nov 05:00 PM
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
New Zealand'Pride in our place': Locals rally for Hawke’s Bay Clean Up WeekCommunity helpers keep Central Hawke's Bay clean by clearing litter discarded on SH2. 30 Sep 10:59 PM
New Zealand'If I wasn’t going to be a farmer, I wanted to be a teacher'Farmer Greg Crombie combines passions to manage Smedley Station. 29 Sep 10:09 PM
New Zealand'Hankering for hill country': Smedley Station cadet mix signals changing timesOf the 13 cadets accepted into Smedley Station for 2026, seven are women. 23 Sep 11:34 PM
New ZealandCollaboration and conversation: Performing Arts Exchange coming to HastingsThe two-day programme features panels, workshops, pitch sessions and networking.23 Sep 02:26 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe plan to bring back a 'forgotten' lake in Hawke's Bay'It was kind of forgotten ... that’s why it is in a slightly degraded state.'17 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandFamily bereft as first-time mum dies at home of 'medical complications'The Hawke's Bay community is rallying to support newborn Charlie-Mae and her family.12 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandKeeping time alive: Waipawa couple’s clock shop keeps history tickingJim and Anne Greeff believe every tick tells a story of time.10 Sep 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Tsunami of aroha': More than 1000 signs put up supporting Māori wardsThe heart-shape signs are going nationwide.02 Sep 09:23 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandProfessional fundraiser on how she got Kiwis to donate $16m for overseas projectJenni Giblin is something of a fundraising phenomenon.27 Aug 06:00 PM
