Hawkes Bay Today'Should not be concerned': German Air Force fly over NapierOnce on opposite sides of history, the German and NZ air forces are now flying together.10 Nov 02:52 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayWaipukurau goes to the dogs – and sheep and horses – as CHB show delightsThe two-day Central Hawke's Bay A&P Show ended in sweltering conditions.09 Nov 08:35 PM
PremiumHawkes Bay TodayHawke’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
PremiumPremiumOpinionTe Hira Henderson: How did Heretaunga Plains become part of Hawke’s Bay? OPINION: In 1874 Donald McLean was knighted by the Crown for his services.07 Nov 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayHawke’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
Hawkes Bay TodayHawke's Bay to get its first fixed speed cameras in a decade, and they'll capture average speed05 Nov 07:51 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayThe pāua and the pistol: Man throws his catch into the sea as officers confront him05 Nov 07:18 PM
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay TodayThe call that recruited Dragon guitarist during visit to Waipukurau hometownFormer Dragon lead guitarist Robert Taylor, who died this week, grew up in the CHB town.05 Nov 01:20 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayBurnoff spreads as restricted fire season begins for Hawke’s BayFire restrictions apply from midday Tuesday across much of Hawke’s Bay.04 Nov 12:24 AM
Hawkes Bay Today'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
Hawkes Bay TodayYou 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
Hawkes Bay TodayAdopt a metre of the athletics track in HastingsThe athletics track was first used in 2008. Replacement is as much as eight years overdue.30 Oct 08:05 PM
Today20°C15°CCloudy. Patchy morning drizzle, then rain at times in the evening. Easterlies from afternoon.
Thursday23°C11°CMainly fine, chance of a shower in the afternoon. Light winds, then northwesterlies developing at night.
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Hastings council should kung fu PandalandOPINION: The time for such parks has passed.10 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay TodayDecision nears on 23-metre deep quarry plan west of HastingsA controversial quarry project was greenlit in 2024, but consentors are reconsidering it.09 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Maybe we need a rethink on Kiwisaver safety netOPINION: More than 5500 Kiwis dipped into retirement funds last month to cover costs.09 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay TodayHawke’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
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay Today‘Unspoken crime’: Nail salon owner backs beauty industry crackdown'If I conducted myself how some do, I would be in jail tomorrow.'08 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNick Stewart: The ‘sparrow lesson’ for investorsOPINION: Ideology, no matter how many believers it has, eventually meets reality.07 Nov 05:00 PM
Sheep and Beef‘Unbelievable’: Livestock market strong despite weather challengesSponsored content: Livestock prices remain buoyant, despite feed being short.11 Nov 02:50 AM
The CountryReducing on-farm emissions on The CountryDamien O'Connor, Wayne McNee, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Hunter McGregor, and Joe Higgins. 11 Nov 12:42 AM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Global milk faucets are flowing': Analysts warn of price pressure aheadFutures point to a $9.77/kg payout, below Fonterra's $10 midpoint forecast.11 Nov 12:12 AM
The CountryFar North's Peria School's Pet Day all about animal careAnimals of all types were on show in the Far North.10 Nov 10:00 PM
LifestyleRustic vision: Mahia farmer’s 35-year labour inspires new bookThe book features six distinctive homes from Omaha to Glenorchy.06 Oct 04:00 PM
LifestyleMeet New Zealand’s top Airbnb host. What are her tricks for success?There are more than 73,000 Airbnbs in NZ. What does it take to be the best?17 Sep 11:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayOn The Up: The model footballer striking poses on and off the pitch Meet the Kiwi footballer who has been a fashion model on both sides of the Tasman.05 Aug 05:00 PM
Driven Car GuideVolkswagen Tayron Elegance full review: school-run sophisticationThe 'entry level' Tayron seven-seater seems anything but.11 Nov 05:05 AM
Driven Car Guide2026 Toyota Hilux EV for NZ revealed (and there’s a hydrogen fuel cell model on the way, too)First wave of new Hilux will arrive in time to celebrate 50 years of the iconic ute in NZ.10 Nov 06:41 AM
Driven Car GuideLexus shifts gears: from luxury cars to yachts and homesTrio of concepts stretch far beyond motoring, including a solar-powered catamaran.10 Nov 03:05 AM
Driven Car GuideBMW gets green light for ‘hands-off’ drivingFirst German brand to get the tick under new Driver Control Assistance Systems framework.10 Nov 01:05 AM
OneRoofFlipping unbelievable: 'Basic' villa sells for nearly $6m after high-end revampBidders turn up the heat for transformed 1900s home. 11 Nov 07:15 AM
OneRoofCouple selling their dream property after tornado rips up their plans in just 30 seconds"Now what? We are homeless again – what the heck?”11 Nov 07:10 AM
OneRoofTV star agents on fame and fashion fails: ‘I can’t go to the shops in an Oodie anymore’Real estate pros Jayne Kiely and Paul Glover on LLL and dressing to impress. 10 Nov 02:00 AM
OneRoofBeloved Kiwi wildlife park for sale - 280 animals included as chattels Marshall family list Tauranga park and their $12m farm at the same time.09 Nov 04:18 PM
Hawkes Bay Today'A lot of hurt feelings': Police say chapel fire now being treated as suspiciousA scene examination has been completed, but police inquiries continue. 30 Oct 02:29 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayBlown away by bad luck: Couple caught in a string of misfortuneNora, 82, broke her hip when knocked down by a gust of wind. That was just the beginning.30 Oct 12:13 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayRural voices sought as MPs visit to learn about wildfire threatsMike Butterick says he wants to hear community-based ideas around wildfire risk and pests.28 Oct 10:45 PM
Hawkes Bay Today'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
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay Today'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
Hawkes Bay TodayMany 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
PremiumPremiumOpinionRelief for Riddell as he cracks 1000 winnersOPINION: The jockey was an instant success, winning both on the flat and over jumps.24 Oct 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayRacing 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
Hawkes Bay TodayWild 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
Hawkes Bay TodayPōrangahau fires largely contained after spreading to pines planned for Ikea furnitureThe largest fire is likely to cause headaches for firefighters for at least a week.22 Oct 03:46 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayHistoric train and murder on the express to feature in Art Deco FestivalUp to 3500 people may be aboard for rides as steam train nostalgia returns in February. 21 Oct 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay Today‘It’s good for the top paddock’: Rural Roundup puts focus on farmer wellbeingFarmers urged to take time off the land for mates, stories and support at HB A&P Show. 21 Oct 04:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayLarge 30ha fire on hills near Pōrangahau A thick smoke plume is visible from several kilometres away.21 Oct 04:27 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayInjuries after two trucks roll on Central Hawke’s Bay highways, nearly 1000 homes without powerMetService has issued an orange wind warning for Hawke's Bay from 10am to 9pm on Tuesday.21 Oct 02:28 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayOngaonga 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
Hawkes Bay TodayHawke’s Bay athletes take home 12-medal haul at inclusive world champs in ItalyThe Hawke’s Bay trio claimed 10 golds among 12 medals in Italy.19 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay TodayDetain 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
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay TodayOn The Up: They bought a school bus when their boy's route was cancelled, and stumbled into a thriving businessThe family’s 22-seater filled fast, prompting them to add two larger coaches.17 Oct 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayFrom 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
Hawkes Bay TodayWaipawa goes quackers as Duck Day turns 30 with 2500 racers and more than $10,000 raisedFive motorised ducks made their debut, alongside 500 originals from 1994.14 Oct 10:31 PM
