PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCell towers in Hawke’s Bay need $20m upgrades to protect against natural disastersA new cyclone study calls for an upgrade to cell towers. The industry isn't convinced.31 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorm warning for Hawke’s BayHail warnings could be issued at any time and at short notice.29 Dec 11:07 PM
New ZealandRoll call - how many meetings are Hawke’s Bay’s councillors missing?Hawke’s Bay’s councils have released their meeting attendance sheets.27 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay wild weather: Tree knocks out power, vehicle hits rockslide, SH2 blockageThere are 'trees down in many places' on the main road between Hawke's Bay and Gisborne. 26 Dec 11:45 PM
New Zealand‘Take extra care’: Warnings as giant seas, severe winds threaten holiday plansA low-pressure system to the east is forecast to drive in southerlies.26 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Never a time to be a hero’: What to do if you’re first at a crashPolice have advice for people who come across a crash scene.25 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandSunny HB Christmas Day, but keep an eye on the fireOutdoors Christmas Day cooking is allowed, but the warning is: Be careful.24 Dec 12:29 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We are trying to farm worms': Farmer fighting his way out of drench resistance 'disaster'Farmer says he’s not just farming sheep any more, he’s “trying to farm worms”.23 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘A night’s trading lost': Fresh details on Hawke’s Bay mass power outage after lightning strikeMore details have been released about the cause of the mass power outage.22 Dec 11:37 PM
New Zealand‘Doors are beginning to open for women who enjoy getting out on the farm’Annual East Coast Farming Expo to put focus on females.21 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandA way forward: Progress in reopening Wairoa aged care facilityCall for the Government to ensure the town gets elderly/respite care facility.19 Dec 11:07 PM
New ZealandDoors opening for women in farmingWomen in farming a focus at East Coast Farming Expo in Wairoa in February.19 Dec 10:12 PM
New ZealandMore rain forecast for northern Hawke's BayOver 150mm of rain has come at a good time, as long as it doesn't flood.18 Dec 03:13 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain hits Wairoa again, flooding seen as drains struggle to copeMore thann 100mm has fallen around Wairoa in 24 hours.17 Dec 12:55 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain watch for Wairoa as prolonged period of dry set to break in Hawke's BayHawke’s Bay to face a wet week; Wairoa district likely to receive the most rain.15 Dec 10:59 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke's Bay's economic future relies heavily on six industries (and tourism isn't one): ReportTourism has been left off a top-six list of industries to drive Hawke's Bay's economy.14 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Culturally unacceptable': Wairoa fights to ban blood, mortuary waste in waterwaysMayor says new system will be costly but blood, mortuary waste should not go in the river.13 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHome sweet home: Affordable housing development in Wairoa set for openingTe Rauā features 30 larger whānau homes and 13-bedroom supported living complex13 Dec 12:00 AM
New Zealand353 undersized pāua to be returned to the sea, divers to face chargesPolice stopped the car due to complaints about driving by members of public.11 Dec 02:46 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSaving Hawke's Bay Tourism: Napier council's draft plan includes funding, others less keenKatie Nimon wants councils to keep the lights on and NCC wants to give $300k.10 Dec 03:42 AM
New Zealand‘You couldn’t sit on that’: Toilet-goers furious as long drops vandalised'We do not want to close these, but if they continue to be damaged we may be forced to.'08 Dec 09:14 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTourism chief warns of decline as Hawke’s Bay council confirms funding to be axed'Who does not benefit from a website that has over 600,000 visitor sessions per annum?'08 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Perfect storm': Spike in fire risk sparks prohibited season'We’re trying to avert the possibility of catastrophic wildfires in Hawke’s Bay.'07 Dec 09:20 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe Hawke's Bay company building affordable school classrooms in eight weeksThe offsite classrooms cut costs by more than half.07 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandFergus Morunga: From stutter to success, a true Lindisfarne leader'Comfortable being uncomfortable': as he graduates from Lindisfarne College.07 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandHastings home’s near miss after blaze: Open fire ban for twin citiesA prohibited fire season notice is now in place.03 Dec 10:23 PM
New ZealandMan sets boat on fire, crashes another boat through fence, rams vehicles, steals caravan - with a swim in between to escapeThe locals tried to box the man in to bring an end to a coastal community crime spree.03 Dec 01:41 AM
New Zealand'Mōrere is finally reawakened': Beloved hot springs to reopen after two years of closuresThe Mōrere Hot Springs will be open in time for Christmas. 02 Dec 03:45 AM
New ZealandFree service launched in Wairoa to help families cut power billsEnergyMate coaches visit homes, offering tips for drier, healthier, energy-efficient homes01 Dec 10:25 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay basks in early summer heat, hits 30CHawke's Bay hits 30°C; Wairoa and Taradale lead with warm temps.28 Nov 03:03 AM
New ZealandTurning niche to neat with property styling Refined SpacesKatie Kettle was once a Navy chief now she transforms homes by refining and rearranging.22 Nov 05:07 PM
New ZealandThe 50-metre channel: Will council's Wairoa River trial prevent flooding?The 50m overflow channel in the Wairoa River bar aims to improve flood management.21 Nov 11:14 PM
New ZealandPolice chasing culprit behind spate of five Hawke's Bay fires'We want whoever is responsible to be caught.'20 Nov 11:52 PM
New ZealandCyclone heroes celebrated at Hawke's Bay Forestry Awards'Forestry people opened roads, towed gear through flooded rivers.'17 Nov 11:33 PM
