PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHB rent prices drop for first time in years – but it's still 'really rough' for familiesA property expert says we're seeing a 'slight correction' in Hawke's Bay's rental market.11 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandLittle back in the race for world cross-country honoursWhere there's a Will, there's a way – William Little makes second World title bid.10 Nov 12:49 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke’s Bay among top three most flood-exposed regions in NZ, new rainfall maps show'We’ve looked all around the country and West Coast and Hawke’s Bay and Nelson stand out.'08 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay set for hot stretch, could top 30C on MondayIt'll be a balmy weekend and could get even hotter at the start of the week.06 Nov 11:41 PM
New ZealandCentral Hawke’s Bay show ready for a good one amid A&P wind changeA&P shows throughout the country are facing major challenges.06 Nov 02:07 AM
New ZealandBillion-dollar spend on highway projects a 'shot in the arm' for Hawke's Bay – AAExpressway work could start this year, and Waikare Gorge realignment within 12 months.01 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandYou are not to blame - The women speaking out about region's daunting sexual abuse rates'They all blame themselves,' a counsellor says. 'I don’t know how to prevent that.'31 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew highway, homeless shelter, shingle business: What new councillors want to doThe region’s 22 new councillors will take their oaths in meetings across Hawke’s Bay.31 Oct 01:19 AM
New ZealandLightning strike that cut power to HB and Gisborne hit power lines near TaupōTranspower has shared more details about the lightning strike that cut power to thousands.28 Oct 01:47 AM
New ZealandMany Hawke’s Bay business owners under ‘severe stress’: Business leader'I don’t think I’ve ever seen people working as hard for such little return.'25 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: The new champ is here – Tūai boxer’s comeback fuels Olympic ambitionsHer next target is a trial for the Commonwealth Games in December.25 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandRacing ahead with repairs at Hastings racecourseWork on two furlongs of racetrack in Hastings is galloping along at a fast clip.23 Oct 10:03 PM
New ZealandWild HB weather: High winds, record temperature, power outages, cancellations and firesVery unsettled weather has returned, causing problems ranging from power outages to fires.23 Oct 03:22 AM
New ZealandElected and rejected: Hawke’s Bay Māori ward councillors plan to make an impact over next three years'I’m shocked and reeling that the beautiful community I know has this new undercurrent.'22 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandDeputy mayors chosen, last Hawke's Bay councillor wins by 8 votesElected mayors have chosen their deputies to serve alongside them.19 Oct 10:17 PM
New Zealand‘Really pleased’: Larsen takes Kaipara mayoralty after razor-thin resultFinal count gave Jonathan Larsen a 21-vote lead over closest rival Snow Tane.17 Oct 07:10 AM
New ZealandFinal results show big increase in voter turnout in Hawke's Bay, council makeups confirmedVoter turnout rose significantly during the 2025 local elections in Hawke’s Bay.17 Oct 01:57 AM
New ZealandNew agreements reached in Wairoa flood-mitigation project'Rebuild their lives': Spillway construction could start by end of year.14 Oct 11:01 PM
New ZealandTight three-way Kaipara contest could hinge on just a handful of ballotsOnly 74 votes separated the three front-runners after Saturday's 'progress' count.12 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Pretty rapt': Mayor Craig Little ahead but waiting on final tallyLittle poised for a fifth term and vows to focus on Wairoa’s flood protection.11 Oct 11:34 PM
New ZealandMāori wards given the boot by Hawke's Bay referendum votersWairoa will be the only one of Hawke's Bay's five councils with a Māori ward from 2028.11 Oct 05:11 AM
New ZealandWairoa election: Craig Little leading race to be mayor over his deputy Progress results put Craig Little in the box seat for another term.11 Oct 02:05 AM
New ZealandVoting venues open to the last minute, ready for high noon on SaturdayMore than 50 venues across Hawke’s Bay and Tararua are accepting votes up to the deadline.09 Oct 03:03 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandEIT begins search for new boss; former CEO not in runningEIT has begun its search for a new chief executive following a tumultuous few years.08 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke's Bay voting rates well up on last local elections – so farVoter turnouts could be the highest in years – potentially driven by ward referendums.07 Oct 11:47 PM
BusinessPowerco to buy Gisborne and Wairoa's electricity distributor, Clarus to be sold to foreign firmPowerco will apply for approval of the purchase from the Overseas Investment Office.06 Oct 04:26 AM
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 ZealandInside Mayor School: Where new leaders learn how to run a councilFour new Hawke’s Bay mayors could head to ‘Mayor School’ after election.02 Oct 11:16 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke’s Bay Airport posts record profit despite drop in passengersAirport chief Nick Flack describes the past year's financial performance as pleasing.02 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandRoss Shield success: Wairoa praised for the way it hosted tournamentThe game was rugby, but the Ross Shield tournament meant much to Wairoa.01 Oct 11:50 PM
New ZealandHastings West claim Ross Shield for first time in six yearsNapier had won for 3 years in a row. Hastings West won all 5 games this year.28 Sep 12:18 AM
New ZealandHastings records lowest voter turnout in Hawke’s Bay local elections so farWairoa leads the way on 23.7%, tripling Hastings' early response rate.26 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandWhat the candidates say will decide Wairoa’s future after years of stormsFour candidates are vying for the mayoralty as Wairoa heads to the polls.23 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandRoss Shield: Defending champions Napier held to first-day drawFive days of rugby to decide Hawke's Bay's representative primary schools champions.23 Sep 05:04 AM
