Hawke's Bay news
Hawke's Bay art scene blooms with Art Farm's first night market
Mushroom farm-turned-creative hub for local artists will soon host its first night market.
Waipawa's missing artwork sought
'They were always intended for the public to enjoy, but they are meant to be together.'
Mongrel Mob member claims to successfully flout new gang patch ban
Cherie Kurarangi has a brief encounter with cops.
Hastings crash leaves one seriously injured
Crash in Hastings: One seriously injured at Williams St and Pakowhai Rd intersection.
CHB photographers collaborate for two good causes
“We are thrilled to showcase the incredible talent of our local photographers”.
CHB photographers collaborate for two good causes
“We are thrilled to showcase the incredible talent of our local photographers”.
New Zealand news
Inside the King’s palace: From whale hunter to whale protector – Mere Takoko
OPINION: New Zealander reflects on delivering speech at St James' Palace.
Plight of a small village: Can plucky Pūhoi overcome a puzzling motorway decision?
How a resilient Kiwi village hopes to bounce back from a big drop in visitors.
Police identified supporting hīkoi protest 'to be spoken to by their managers'
Officers were photographed helping to paint protest signs.
Boy, 8, killed in suspicious circumstances can now be named
'Monster', was shouted in court as a 25-year-old woman appeared in relation to his death.
Napier keeps controversial site in strategy plan, Hastings votes no to building on fertile land
Two proposed residential development sites in Havelock North were removed from the FDS.
Hawke’s Bay’s first Bitcoin ATM ‘performing well’, more on the way
Bitcoin has surged since the US election. Hawke's Bay now has its own Bitcoin ATM.
Our community
Ashley Clinton celebrates landmark achievement in waterway health
Special site captures and treats water from about 180ha of Tukipo catchment.
Waipawa's missing artwork sought
'They were always intended for the public to enjoy, but they are meant to be together.'
Napier teen up for People Choice Award with Spark Christmas art comp
Organisers were 'blown away' by the creativity and passion displayed in the entries.
Liam Brown overwhelmed by acknowledgements
Liam's a bit of a high achiever in academics and sports.
Dannevirke hosts annual marching open day
Leisure marching is for fun, fitness and friendship.
Premium
Rethinking retirement - why playing it too safe could cost you: Nick Stewart
OPINION: For a healthy 65-year-old Kiwi, living into their 90s is increasingly probable.
From London to Sydney: Celebrating 90 years of the Gipsy Moth adventure
Jan Chisum flies her father’s restored Gipsy Moth, offering stunning views of Hawke’s Bay.
‘Tough news’: NZME proposes to close 14 local newspapers, with the loss of 30 jobs
Herald owner says community titles are no longer profitable in changing media landscape.
'Very short notice': Napier ale house kicked out over lease dispute
'I tried to work with them to say why don’t we extend it.'
'It was just a holiday': The HB pilot who flew across the world in a Gipsy Moth
'Some people have cats and dogs. We have a hangar,' says the aviator's daughter.
Milestone for gated hillside housing development near Hastings
The subdivision boasts 'spectacular' views atop Roy's Hill.
Hawke's Bay Today videos
The Art Farm
A former mushroom farm turned creative hub for local artists hosts its first night market. Video / Rafaella Melo
Inside the Rovers: Table Toppers
Big guns await as Kieran Richards and Napier City Rovers eye potential National League grand final spot. Video / Neil Reid
Car crashes into The Coffee Club in Taradale, Napier
A car drove through the front of The Coffee Club in Taradale, Napier, causing damage to the front of the store. Video / Supplied
One region expected to be real test for gang-patch ban
'The younger ones are quite likely to be more militant about it.'
'Apex predator': Shark expert's warning after diver killed at great white hot spot
Family members have described victim Jade Dixon as 'tough as old boots'.
Watch: Up to 55,000 people march on Parliament in unprecedented day of protest - only one arrest
As the crowd chanted, Seymour walked back into the Beehive with his MPs.
'I’m not going to have my son': Grieving dad reeling after diver killed by great white shark
The victim has been described as 'an amazing boy' who loved fishing and diving.
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.'
Tihei: Justice programme welcomes new support roles
The Apanui Justice Programme was established in 2020.
Rural news
Fonterra's consumer business sale and how it might look
Lack of capital for the FMCG operation is not the only reason for Fonterra's exit.
How grandad used to farm: Vintage club to host annual crank up day
The Hauraki Vintage Machinery Club showcases blast from the past.
Green-thumbed community plants 4000 natives
Marco School pupils were out on the hills, planting 4000 natives in the republic.
Property news from OneRoof
Car news and advice
Why physical buttons are returning to modern cars
The trend signifies a critical reassessment of how drivers interact with their cars.
BMW NZ reveals pricing for new 1 Series hatchback range
Range includes entry-level and more sporting-focused variants.
Kiwi prices, specification announced for Leapmotor C10 EV-SUV
Leapmotor is an EV startup - but will price will the C10 SUV start at in NZ?
More Hawke's Bay news
'I’m not going to have my son': Grieving dad reeling after diver killed by great white shark
The victim has been described as 'an amazing boy' who loved fishing and diving.
Six60 headed for Shed 530 Estate in summer 2025
A new Hawke's Bay winery devastated by Cyclone Gabrielle is now set to host Six60.
Tamatea, Central Hawke’s Bay supporters join hīkoi
Groups of supporters gathered in Ōtāne, Waipawa, Waipukurau and Takapau.
Police investigate staffer's conduct at Hawke's Bay primary school, 'multiple' pupils involved
Police ask school parents to 'check in' on their children.
Central Hawke's Bay could lose 'local rag'
NZME, the owner of the CHB Mail, has announced proposed changes to community papers.
Hīkoi at home: Rural school’s stand for tamariki's future
Omāhū School marches for pride and unity.
Hastings hairdresser says placing third almost better than being first at national awards
Hastings hairdresser third in her category at New Zealand Hairdressing Creative Awards.
Teen takes on 28km run in high heels: 'Represents the pain men are feeling'
A personal journey with mental health inspired 18-year-old to break stigma in heels.
Three people are believed to have taken their own lives in wake of Cyclone Gabrielle
Coronial inquest: The deaths are among 18 linked to the Auckland floods and Gabrielle.
Art project left at door of Napier museum causes bomb scare
The colourful creation, made of fabric, was found sitting outside the museum’s entrance.
'A mess’: Popular Hastings restaurant loses 'lots of cash' in smash-and-grab
Family business with high walls around it had 'all our Friday night’s takings' stolen.
Mercury Energy asks to stop road for Puketoi wind farm
Mercury Energy has met with Tararua District Council on the issue.
Cyclone heroes celebrated at Hawke's Bay Forestry Awards
'Forestry people opened roads, towed gear through flooded rivers.'
Four choirs set to entertain in Kiwi Cracker Christmas concerts
More than 80 singers will be performing in a combined concert.