Littering is the most common issue with freedom campers

Plans for cold plunge pools and a reflexology walk in Ocean Spa stream in future.

How one Flaxmere resident's campaign led to removal of a controversial 'H' sign.

'Like they say, the best way to eat an elephant is one bite at a time.'

'We have a culture of believing the aquifer is limitless,' Napier Mayor Kirsten Wise says.

Shane Jones says doing nothing is no longer an option for Hawke's Bay's water supply.

With level 3 water restrictions in place in Napier, what impact do cruises have on supply?

'I’m young. Let me make dumb decisions. Some people are smoking far worse things.'

'When it’s bad you can’t go outside. We feel like we're banging our heads against a wall.'

'If you can’t see your toes when standing knee-deep, then the water is not the best.'

The 50m overflow channel in the Wairoa River bar aims to improve flood management.

Hastings council to consider free parking for Super Gold cardholders after one man's push.

Two proposed residential development sites in Havelock North were removed from the FDS.

$16 a day for parking? Napier workers say it's unaffordable and are calling for discounts.

Council proposes to remove housing development from future plans due to risk.

'There would need to be checks and balances.'

'I wouldn't like it if it was my land either,' Lawrence Yule says.

Pet owners might soon 'start to take matters into their own hands', a resident says.

A plan has been devised to unleash the Wairoa River during heavy rain with a new floodway.

They wanted this conversation to be had, just without the ironically childish insults.

Mike and Sue Brown say they have to stay 'forever' now, even as looters keep circling.

Members of the public used their voice to raise concerns about the revival of the dam.

The scariest monster in Napier doesn't need your treats.

Recycling raises funds for grants, benefiting projects like murals and community gardens.

Waimārama Beach vehicle ban extended until April 2025 after public consultation.

The viewing platform glass costs ratepayers thousands every time it is vandalised.

World famous penguin competition back for seventh year.

Hastings District Council is calling on residents to help plan for growth.

When fixed the fountain will be brighter and more colourful.

Attempts at a dam have been mired in controversy since first proposed a decade ago.

'There have been some dark days in the last 18 months but now we can see the light.'

Metcalfe is their maiden name and the caps spell Metal which is what their art is about.

The most common reason for divorce is 'complacency'.

Lucky the pig has grown into a big book star.

Winner of inaugural Rush Cottage Writers’ Residency wants to tell her mother's story.

Taste your way around the Bay, trying as many entries as you like, and then vote.

Hawke's Bay businesses make top 30 in New World Berr and Cider Awards.

'No one ever says they can't eat icecream because it's winter.'

'It’s good for keeping the brain active - you are listening to music and counting beats.'

After 15 years of coffee and food at Milk and Honey, it was time for a new challenge.

The new MP mode stimulates more collagen, giving better results.

You want those brassieres to stand out like shining beacons because this is a competition

The pressure was on to serve 50 diners incorporating everything they were given.

Si Jin Lee fell in love with beer during pub crawls. Now it's her whole life.

Matangi Angus Beef also love being a part of the rebirth of the eastern block of Hastings.

It takes many, many people to produce a novel, author Amy Brown says.

'We don’t restrict ourselves to the point of being unhappy. We all get cravings.'

You can still get a seat at the table of the “showpiece” event

It's really important to be friendly, but don't just get 'in their personal space'.

This is set to be a seafood experience 'like no other'.

Here is your chance to make some space in your wardrobe and help other women.

'People would never consider learning how to play the piano by watching YouTube.'

'It’s taken a lot of hard work by so many people to get where we are today.'

It all started with a Charleston at the War Memorial.

We are creating a new world for people to step into.

'You want people to notice that you look good but not be able to put their finger on why.'

There was one burning question on the tip of my tongue — will you adopt me?

The hero ingredients of Mā Skincare are mamaku, red algae, and hyaluronic acid.

'I want to showcase the beauty and individuality of each bride’s personality.'

The student donated 250 cookie buckets to Christmas Cheer.

Kirtika Walia needed a hobby to bring back joy. Now she's representing NZ on stage.

People always have a good chuckle at the saying on the signs.

The market without a knick-knack in sight.

A Hawke’s Bay debut author’s advice is “to make sure you have talented friends”.

Pom Pom Florals has opened in Heretaunga Street East.

'Caleb takes one day a week to think. He designs, tests and comes up with new ideas.'

The Hawke's Bay Christmas Cheer appeal is up and running.