PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOne dark, rainy day in Takapau: How one of NZ's most iconic pieces of army uniform was bornThe hat became known colloquially as the Lemon Squeezer because of its shape.26 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandAn Aussie, a Welshman and a Highlander walk into the Magpies ...No jokes here as new fullback and wings prepare for shield defence against Whanganui.25 Jul 10:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWairoa rugby gets reward with 11 players in Poverty Bay squadThere's plenty happening as rugby switches to the representative season.22 Jul 01:30 AM
New ZealandYoung musician set his sights on the big stage and won goldGabriel Rodrigues returns from the Los Angeles competition with a golden reward.12 Jul 10:04 PM
New ZealandMcLean Park not ready for club rugby finals — should oval job have started sooner?Four club rugby finals have been kicked out of the park.09 Jul 10:09 PM
New Zealand‘I saw some terrible stuff’: Retired rural hero reflects on Cyclone GabrielleWhen the cyclone struck one retired farmer knew he had the skills to lend a hand.07 Jul 07:49 PM
New ZealandRoad re-opens in Central Hawke’s Bay after vehicle hits pedestrianA pedestrian has been hit by a vehicle near Waipawa.04 Jul 10:21 PM
New ZealandWaipawa’s new roundabout creating community conversationsWaipawa's new roundabout causing concern, mayor says it is a "no brainer".27 Jun 10:58 PM
New Zealand'They were part way up the tree': Sheep surrounded by flood water lifted to safety'I drove past and looked at them and thought ‘crap they are going to have to move’.'27 Jun 02:04 AM
New ZealandBody found in Ōtāne, Central Hawke’s BayA member of the public has found a body at a rural location near the small town.25 Jun 09:51 PM
New Zealand'Tense situation': Police officer allegedly assaulted during inquiries near WaipawaAt least five police cars were parked near a property near Waipawa.24 Jun 12:44 AM
New ZealandOvarian cancer: Learn the symptoms and know the signs'Ovarian cancer spreads like a spider web, so it’s a long time before you see it.'23 Jun 01:40 AM
New Zealand‘Firebomb’ destroys family vehicle: ‘We watched our $100,000 ute go up in flames’A witness saw four masked men - one threw 'something really big' at the ute.19 Jun 12:52 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Everybody as far as I know is still alive’: Champion Pōrangahau team reunites'In the old days in first-class rugby, ladies weren’t allowed at the after-match...'18 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandKeeping it Smedley: Trees grown on farm transformed into education facilities by cadetsThe cadets built an education hub. Now their attention is focused on a six-stand woolshed.16 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandCentral Hawke’s Bay residents feel ‘ripped off’ by fuel pricesAndrew Northe says 91 prices are consistently 30c/l higher than in neighbouring Hastings.08 Jun 06:55 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay news in brief: $200,000 Lotto prize won in NapierThere was still Lotto joy in Hawke’s Bay, despite missing out on the big one.01 Jun 09:26 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay Farmers Market thrilled to be named the best'This award serves as a testament to the resilience and dedication of our stallholders.'31 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandTerrorised, battered woman was tied up and left on a bed - then she smelled smokeRecidivist offender's chilling words: 'I can't let you go because you'll nark.'30 May 05:57 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA train modeller's work is never complete: 'I’m going to be working on this until I’m 100'Tony Simons, 70, will this King’s Birthday weekend showcase his labour of love.28 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandCentral Hawke’s Bay Reaper Burger Challenge: ‘You can see the struggle on their faces’Reporter Michaela Gower goes to a place no smart woman has ever gone before.28 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandDriver taken to hospital with serious injuries after hitting cattle beast on highwayA police spokeswoman said there were reports of stock on the road at the time.27 May 07:45 PM
New ZealandTaradale make it 10 in a rowTaradale have scored four tries or more in all 10 games this season.26 May 12:37 AM
New ZealandWeather: Hawke's Bay poised for cool, dry, fine weekendRug up warm on Saturday sidelines.24 May 01:17 AM
New ZealandOne seriously injured in Waipukurau car v motorbike crashOne person was flown to hospital with serious injuries after a crash on Herbert St.23 May 11:58 PM
BusinessKiwi teen sets up website for second-hand uniformsTeen creates one-stop second-hand uniform website.23 May 05:58 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Why did I do this?': Hospital doctor's 'grim' 32-hour weekends'I think people should have to do a week as a junior doctor.'20 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandGentlemen riders hit Napier for health 'rev-up'Ride for men's health made its noisy way through Napier.20 May 12:02 AM
New ZealandExhibition hopes for a revival in art of woollen crafts'Unless we get young people to come on board and show an interest, these crafts will die.'13 May 03:20 AM
New Zealand'Caught out': Councillor's surprise at 500 per cent hikes for small number of ratepayers'We need to look long and hard at our cost structures and what we can do to help.'13 May 12:13 AM
New Zealand'Holy s***!': Violent gang member reacts as he learns how long his jail term isVictims included an innocent householder, a prison guard, a policewoman and two inmates.10 May 08:00 AM
New ZealandNo bodies buried here: Forest of Memories keeps past aliveA CHB treasure is in need of a little helping hand to keep it beautiful.09 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandThe chief executive of a rugby union who's never played a game in her lifeA former Central Hawke's Bay woman beat 40 applicants for the role.08 May 09:13 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Getting the cows, learning lines': From a dairy hamlet to ShakespeareA rural actor who learns lines amongst cows is set to be front stage at the Globe.08 May 01:37 AM
