Hawke's Bay news
'An insult': King's honour recipient slams Govt abuse in care redress move
'Why put more money into a system that’s not working?', abuse in care survivor says.
82-year-old completes marathon swim for heart research fundraiser
A bit of bad weather was not going to stop Kerry Anderson.
On The Up: Small Business - Giftbox Boutique’s journey from garage start-up to pandemic success
Katie Gray talks to Tom Raynel about her small business Giftbox Boutique.
On The Up: From foster care to own boss - how a teen mum defied the odds
At 36, Alicia McKay is an internationally successful consultant, author and speaker.
Hawke’s Bay jumpers make clean sweep at Te Rapa
OPINION: Nedwin, a star over hurdles, could not have been more impressive.
Challenger for Central Hawke's Bay mayor
Will Foley aims to strengthen urban-rural connections in Central Hawke’s Bay.
The two Davids: Cyclists in their 80s honoured as life members of club
David Chote once held a wheelbarrow handle on the back of a ute to get himself into race.
Tweed, balls and bands: Coolest festival in town, winter Art Deco, is back
Plans include a Friday night Grand Winter Ball and a free Tweed Ride on Saturday.
New Zealand news
One person with critical injuries after Hamilton crash involving car and pedestrian
Emergency services were called at 7.12pm.
Injury blow: Warriors' Barnett sidelined for rest of NRL season
Co-captain ruptured his ACL during the Warriors' win against South Sydney.
'We were all feeling it': Emotional tribute to slain teen at league tournament
Kaea's parents received the carved tewhatewha from the Pikiao team.
Former cop's dying regret over 50yo Mona Blades mystery
Mona Blades disappeared while hitch-hiking from Hamilton to Hastings on May 31, 1975.
How to build a lasting brand, by the Hawke’s Bay man who dreamed up Tina from Turners
Kim Thorp also helped develop the 'Good Things Take Time' campaign for Mainland cheese.
Drunk meth-driver was in 'rage' over relationship when she fatally hit young cyclist
She has now admitted to Emma-Jane Sylvia Kupa’s manslaughter.
Premium
Editorial: Honours list showcases Kiwi excellence on national stage
OPINION: BMX champion Sarah Walker is among the recognisable names on the list.
The silhouette in the window: Fatal house fire mystery solved 50 years on
Firefighters have pondered the fate of Fay Milne for five decades. Then an email landed.
Nick Stewart: What if you die with a big KiwiSaver balance?
OPINION: How to spare your family pain in accessing the funds at a time of suffering.
Hawke’s Bay jumpers make clean sweep at Te Rapa
OPINION: Nedwin, a star over hurdles, could not have been more impressive.
Camberley carved out of growing Hastings suburb - Michael Fowler
Opinion: William Stock named Stortford Lodge after his UK birthplace Bishop’s Stortford.
Former cop's dying regret over 50yo Mona Blades mystery
Mona Blades disappeared while hitch-hiking from Hamilton to Hastings on May 31, 1975.
Two new Hawks on the team for big weekend in the south
The Hawks have shed one and picked up two for the run to the playoffs.
Protest erupts over contested Ruataniwha Dam funding
Protest group Wise Water Use demands transparency and accountability from the board.
Hawke's Bay Today videos
2025 King's Birthday Honours List
Celebrating the Knights and Dames appointed in this year's King's Birthday Honours list. Video / NZ Herald
On the Up: HB Jammers brings music and joy back to Hawke’s Bay disabled youth
StarJam's collapse in November 2024 affected over 60 young people in Hawke's Bay. HB Jammers was formed three months later to continue the music workshops.
On the Up: Weekly Napier’s Lunch Time Loops blends walking with networking on Marine Pde
Lunch Time Loops in Napier combines wellbeing with networking through a weekly 30-minute walk. Video / Rafaella Melo
Tihei Kahungunu
Tihei: Takiwātanga Wānanga held to support iwi-led approach
Takiwātanga, the Māori word for autism, is a mana-enhancing term.
Tihei: Te Kupenga Hauora Ahuriri celebrates 30 years
"Here we are, a jewel 30 years later, still serving the community.'
Rural news
'I'm not deserving': Radio veteran, voice of motorsport honoured
Brian Kelly's contributions behind the mic over 55 years in radio have been recognised.
Top-tier: Peter Carty honoured for services to flyfishing
'When the world seems to be against you, flyfishing can bring you back to reality.'
'Humbling experience': Taihape's chief fire officer receives King's Service Medal
“It took me about a week to decide to accept it, I didn’t take it lightly.”
Property news from OneRoof
Car news and advice
CATL’s electrolyte breakthrough could double battery life, shake up EV future
The company's new battery prototype has incredible energy density and less degradation.
BMW Museum celebrates Italian design icons
The German brand's museum is showcasing the company's best cars from Italian designers.
Bridgestone is NZ’s most trusted tyre brand for the 9th year running
The company has taken the top tyre spot in the Reader's Digest Most Trusted Brand survey.
More Hawke's Bay news
Jobs to go as EIT plans cuts after failed merger
It has been a gruelling few years for staff at Eastern Institute of Technology.
Strong wind warning for Hawke’s Bay - damage to trees, powerlines possible
A strong wind watch has been upgraded to a warning for much of Hawke's Bay.
'Loud and proud': The charismatic mayor who turned up to every event for nine years
'In hindsight, I should have shared the load with councillors.'
Manawatū-Tararua highway to be formally opened on June 7 – traffic set to roll in following week
Eight years after the gorge closed, a new route to Manawatū is almost ready to open.
Cat owner told her missing moggie had been found – it was a lie that cost her hundreds
'I was just so ecstatic that my cat had been found and I wasn’t thinking straight.'
'Look up': Public urged to report missing monarch clusters in Hawke's Bay
No winter clusters have been recorded in Hawke’s Bay, which once had multiple known sites.