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Hawke's Bay news
'Horrible': Only luck stopped people dying in Wairoa flood – mayor
As the cleanup continues, Wairoa residents face an uncertain future.
Martin Williams: Hawke’s Bay is juggling several crises
OPINION: Councillors accept that rates cannot keep spiralling up.
Study shows low health risk from Cyclone Gabrielle silt
Tonnes of silt was spread across parts of Hawke's Bay during Cyclone Gabrielle.
Twenty-five year medals for two Ashley Clinton Volunteer Fire Brigade members
Both of their fathers were previous members.
Wairoa rugby gets reward with 11 players in Poverty Bay squad
There's plenty happening as rugby switches to the representative season.
150 metres of pipe could cost council $10m to replace
'The materials being considered need to withstand the aggressive corrosive environment.'
'It winds the whole community down': Rural school bus changes kick in
'You've got potentially 400 kids sitting on the side of the road next year.'
Martin Williams: Hawke’s Bay is juggling several crises
OPINION: Councillors accept that rates cannot keep spiralling up.
Wairoa’s new officer-in-charge: ‘I thrive on a challenge’
'My policing has followed my footy, starting in the big city and moving to the provinces.'
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Twenty-five year medals for two Ashley Clinton Volunteer Fire Brigade members
Both of their fathers were previous members.
News from Central Hawke's Bay
Work will begin in the next construction season when the weather is warmer and drier.
Cops and Robbers is on display in Woodville’s Rinitawa Galleries
The 40 works created by 16 artists all had connections to the Police.
Second Te Kura Reo o Tamaki nui-ā-Rua
The second Te Kura Reo o Tamaki nui-ā-Rua held at Makirikiri marae.
Jamie's art for a good cause
Sketch for Survival is a competition that also promotes the plight of endangered species.
Critical infrastructure: What counts and who’s responsible?
There are very real impacts for farmers when the power goes out.
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Wairoa rugby gets reward with 11 players in Poverty Bay squad
There's plenty happening as rugby switches to the representative season.
150 metres of pipe could cost council $10m to replace
'The materials being considered need to withstand the aggressive corrosive environment.'
'It winds the whole community down': Rural school bus changes kick in
'You've got potentially 400 kids sitting on the side of the road next year.'
'Very backed-up': Concern for alternative routes if Hawke’s Bay gets first toll road
Owner of company on SH51 says tolled expressway could push traffic onto "backed up" route.
Hawke’s Bay sailing teens to train under Russell Coutts in Italy
From Napier shorelines to the lakes of Italy, under the tutelage of NZ yachting royalty.
The golden girl and her special boats - an Olympic dream saved by 'millimetres'
Emma Twigg has planned for years to storm the Olympics in a boat designed close to home.
Hawke's Bay Today videos
Farming for the future
Hawke's Bay's Thomsen family rise from the mud after Cyclone Gabrielle
Mum of 5 toddlers chats to Hb Today
Joanne Wills mum of 5 toddlers including quadruplets sits down to chat with Hawke's Bay Today reporter James Pocock
Mighty Mitch v ACJ
Hawke's Bay Today reporter Michell Hageman also kind of known loosely as Mighty Mitch goes er toe to toe against Impact Pro Wrestling fly weight championship contender ACJ.
Otago orchardists crack the hazelnut market
'It's satisfying to grow something and sell it directly to the public.'
Pongaroa’s Anne Broughton’s 50 years on the job
Anne Broughton started off doing cleaning work two days a week.
'Like a pack of shivering bones': Jimmy the 7kg dog found months after cyclone is now 37kg
He was badly hurt and emaciated when found next to the destroyed Brookfields Bridge.
Winery destroyed by cyclone wins award for its vintage ahead of reopening
'There have been some dark days in the last 18 months but now we can see the light.'
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Tihei Kahungunu
Tihei: Justice programme welcomes new support roles
The Apanui Justice Programme was established in 2020.
Local Focus: Aunty Hanui is Hastings' garden queen
Aunty Hanui: "If I'm not going to do it, the garden will be history."
New directors appointed to board
Kahungunu Asset Holding Company Board of Directors will provide leadership.
Rural news
'Exciting': NZ sheep milk company scores a big win in China
Spring Sheep has gaining brand registration for its infant milk formula.
The Country: Meat the Need's Siobhan O’Malley
Siobhan O’Malley, Ben Picton, Steve Wyn-Harris, Don Fraser.
Imports plunge, New Zealand records $669m goods trade surplus for June
Kiwifruit exports shone but car imports tanked.
'It winds the whole community down': Rural school bus changes kick in
'You've got potentially 400 kids sitting on the side of the road next year.'
Kiwi shearers beaten in first test in Wales
It wasn't all bad news for the Kiwis, as they both made the five-man Cothi Shears Open.
Why Miley the huntaway has the x-factor
A lot of time and effort goes into breeding and training a working dog.
OneRoof property news
Film chief strikes it lucky with $2.26m sale in 'most horrible market ever'
She's thrilled and relieved to find a buyer for her Auckland beach home.
Phone bidders drive up the price of lifestyle block at mortgagee auction
"As is where is" property attracted more than 50 bids over 40 minutes.
Interest rate speculation ramps up: What are the chances of an August cut?
The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.
Car news & advice
Next-gen tech gives Kia EV3 enhanced range, faster charging
Kia's upcoming small electric SUV gets clever new battery tech.
Ferrari's first EV confirmed for 2025
Testing is well underway for the Italian company's first EV that will debut next year.
Street Smart young driver training back thanks to Subaru and Tony Quinn
NZ's only truly hands-on young drive training programme has some big support behind it.
More Hawke's Bay news
Winery destroyed by cyclone wins award for its vintage ahead of reopening
'There have been some dark days in the last 18 months but now we can see the light.'
The golden girl and her special boats - an Olympic dream saved by 'millimetres'
Emma Twigg has planned for years to storm the Olympics in a boat designed close to home.
Historic HB: Speed of flooding took gunners by surprise
Men in the camp were dashing for safety — the whole Esk Valley was quickly under water.
Talking Point: Government focused on supporting mental health - Katie Nimon
'We also know that the Government does not have all of the solutions.'
Deserved Trentham winning treble for Nelson/McDougal jumpers
A roundup of the week's racing.
Talking Point: A dam good plan for water resilience
OPINION: Our economy can work in harmony with the environment.
Major global IT network outage hits banking services, flights, television, supermarkets
'Officials are working to ensure that impacts on lifelines services are minimised.'
Former lauded Corrections staffer jailed for pressuring boyfriend's rape victim
Former Muldoon secretary and probation officer became involved with 'serious criminal'.
Gateway to self-determination: Iwi-led support hub to keep tamariki out of state care opens
Te Ara Mātua Hub in Heretaunga will let whānau to access health, home, and youth support.
Hawke's Bay Foundation: New skipper brings more than a decade of experience
Alesha Hope grew up on an orchard in Twyford, but now calls Central Hawke’s Bay home.
Ruahine Animal Rescue speaks at Otawhao-Takapau WI meeting
Eleven members of the Otawhao-Takapau Women’s Institute gathered at St Marks in Takapau.
Golden glint: Hawke's Bay athletes eye a shot at history in Paris
Hawke’s Bay will get plenty of opportunity to cheer Olympics hopefuls in the 2024 games.
Forecast for rain prompted early bar opening attempt this week on Wairoa River
Hawke's Bay Regional Council gave the go-ahead due to the forecast, which has since eased.
Revealed: The best dish to eat in Hawke's Bay - by George it’s a goody
A month-long celebration of Hawke’s Bay produce has been declared a delicious success.