New ZealandOn The Up: 11-year-old dishing out 32 fillets after landing huge kingfish from beach'No one deserved something like this to happen to them more than Clancy.'28 Apr 03:31 AM
New Zealand'Huge amount of work': $70m Crown cash for Wairoa spillway approved'A testament to the way in which the people of Wairoa have come together.'27 Apr 11:54 PM
New ZealandAnzac Day commemorations: Your guide to the services planned for Hawke's BayMore than 30 Anzac Day services will be held across Hawke’s Bay this Friday.22 Apr 10:41 PM
New ZealandConsent granted: Napier-Wairoa highway realignment could start early next yearIt's the most costly job ever planned on Hawke's Bay roads, but it's a vital lifeline.22 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandResidents protest at rates on cyclone-affected landsWairoa residents see property values halved, yet face higher rates.19 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay Easter plans disrupted with wet and warm weather"Napier and Hastings will be reaching up into the 25C to 26C," but rain is expected.16 Apr 11:42 PM
New ZealandHow a new stopbank will protect Waiohiki from future floodsThe new stopbank will run from Redclyffe Bridge to Napier Golf Course.16 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandOn The Up: How a 2400km journey in a Mini transformed a Wairoa couple into heroesThe McNabbs raise over $40k for KidsCan in epic Pork Pie Charity Run.15 Apr 12:18 AM
New Zealand'A lot of people are going without': Strain on community food hubMangaroa Marae's food hub supports 400 families from Wairoa to Pōrangahau.14 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandSurprise game for Super Rugby star in Napier gameFive games of Premier rugby saw 411 points, including 63 tries.13 Apr 02:49 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOperation Sphinx: How undercover officers cracked the Ariki Rigby gang-related murderTop cop: 'I was always confident that we were going to get Mr Heremaia.'11 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandThe mountain ahead: Fight to buy back Kahurānaki maunga starts by climbing itHīkoi to Kahūranaki aims to show it's 'possible to reclaim whenua, one maunga at a time'.09 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandOne man’s years-long quest to rid Mahia of rubbish: ‘We can all help - we just need to start’David Waihaki removed four tonnes of rubbish from Mahia in 18 months.07 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandRegion protected by ranges: Why Hawke’s Bay is missing the rainHawke's Bay dodges wet weather, enjoying better conditions this weekend.04 Apr 03:32 AM
New ZealandTapuae mentor to coach Poverty Bay in Heartland RugbyHe coached Tapuae unbeaten to win the Poverty Bay title last year.03 Apr 04:13 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWairoa’s McNabbs gear up for Pork Pie Run, raise $38k for KidsCan'Real celebration': Mini fans' charity drive raises thousands for KidsCan01 Apr 10:54 PM
New Zealand‘Bring the world’: Sisters have a vision for Napier beauty eventRaising eyebrows - Renee and Miriam Sciascia want to elevate beauty professionals.01 Apr 08:21 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSelling stations: Farm developer on why he's moving on from his 'happy place''I feel like that place needs to go now to someone who can take it to the next level.'31 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHastings racecourse redevelopment plans coming in ‘next few weeks’It's now six months since the one slip that stopped racing in Hastings.31 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandHot water issues causes another weeks-long closure of Mōrere Hot SpringsThe natural saltwater hot springs had only reopened three months earlier after two years.31 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandWairoa’s updated flood plan protects more homes and Māori land, showgrounds still to goThe Government contributed $70 million for Wairoa’s flood protection.28 Mar 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Complete lack of understanding’: Govt's online casinos plan threatens sports fundingIf you depend on gambling for funding, it creates a 'perverse incentive', Minister says.21 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Something to keep an eye on’: Heavy rain watch for WairoaWairoa and northern Hawke's Bay are under a heavy rain watch from 8am Thursday.19 Mar 01:22 AM
New Zealand‘Cowardice’: Mayor condemns shooting into packed local pub'Shooting at a tavern not knowing where that projectile will end up just beggars belief.'18 Mar 10:28 PM
CrimeBullets fired into packed rural pub near Wairoa, police investigate gang linksPolice are searching for a white hatchback seen in the area before the shooting.17 Mar 06:02 PM
New ZealandSchool transforming their 'chicken and chips kids' with healthier lunches'This programme has been awesome in introducing new tastes and textures.'17 Mar 02:56 AM
New ZealandIn search of a new home: The creepy crawlies moving south from AucklandHuntsman spiders are not the only insects establishing themselves in new parts of NZ.14 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMayor encourages public protest at Napier Health Centre over overnight health careOver 100 signed a health services 'Buller Declaration', and the mayor urged them to rally.14 Mar 02:31 AM
New Zealand‘Limb-it-less’ combo conquer IronmanNZ with ‘pig-headed determination’A Bay woman has helped her friend become the first female amputee to complete IronmanNZ.12 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice confirm no suspicion in Wairoa man’s deathEmergency services found him unresponsive on March 5 in Wairoa.09 Mar 10:55 PM
New ZealandA life spent 'going towards things that everybody else is running away from'Te Arohanui Cook is the first woman in a leadership role in brigade’s 110-year history.07 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Not the time for pitching visionary projects': Councils suggest a strategic regional deal with GovtThe Cabinet plans to decide in May the first regions to progress.06 Mar 09:23 PM
New Zealand‘Top bloke’: Family mourn 73yo grandfather after ‘unexplained’ deathTributes are being paid to the 'popular guy' who 'will be sorely missed'.06 Mar 06:58 AM
New ZealandDeath in Wairoa: Police treat case as unexplainedEmergency services found him unresponsive on Lucknow St at about 4pm.05 Mar 08:45 PM
