Rachel Wise is Hawke's Bay communities team leader and CHB Mail editor.
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Single socks and designer labels: Waipawa's Op Shop has seen it all
This year the Waipawa Op Shop has ticked over 45 years.
Ghosts, jump scares and moving scenery: Waipukurau Little Theatre's A Christmas Carol - but not as you know it
The stage appeared to be unadorned except for a solitary door.
What is the future of Waipawa's St Peter's Church?
CHB Anglicans at a crossroads – where to next for Waipawa and Takapau?
Waipawa's Spring Festival attracts hundreds
Organisers celebrate 'relaxed and happy' Duck Day.
Waipawa M&D presents: When you Wish Upon a Star...
When you Wish Upon a Star is a trip from way down Memory Lane right up to the present.
Two events on one day to raise funds for Takapau Community Service Centre
Last year’s car and bike show and dance party made $13,005.34.
Tararua council could adopt payment postponement policy as 'meaningful solution' to rates billing error
Letters were sent to impacted ratepayers, mainly low-income earners and beneficiaries.
Fall in love with flavour in Central Hawke's Bay
Bert is heading to Mangarara Eco Lodge in Ōtane as one of the presenters of Foodscapes.
Aiming for the stars: Rehearsals ramp up for Waipawa M&D's new show
For the cast and crew it’s the product of weeks, if not months, of hard work.
Waipukurau Community Patrol rolling out new set of wheels
Ruahine Motors chief executive David Wills handed over the keys last Monday.
A wānanga last week revealed extensive plans for the revitalisation of Lake Whatumā
Lake Whatumā in Tamatea Central Hawke's Bay is the subject of exciting new plans.
Bookmark bonus for Waipawa School student
Last year Kat won the top prize in her age group.
New twist on old game for Woburn Aged Care residents
Teresa said she’s never seen Twister before 'but it’s lovely - such good fun.'
New planter boxes in Waipawa are 'traffic calming measures' to reduce speed in the small town
The planter boxes are part of the Government-funded Streets For People programme.
CHB horse riders add their numbers to international road safety awareness ride
'A parked truck released its air brakes, causing her horse to shy on to the roadway.'
Could an Ōtane 9-year-old be the NZ Warriors' biggest fan?
'There’s strong support for the Warriors, from Central Hawke’s Bay and Hawke’s Bay.'
CHB: Robust debate leads to retention of Māori wards
The Government has directed councils to rescind Māori wards established after 2021.
CHB community adds horsepower to transport museum pieces
'We will have free entry for as long as we can.'
Central Hawke's Bay flings itself into springtime
The Spring Fling runs from September 1 to October 30, with events and deals throughout.
Long service certificate for CHB JP
There is always a need for more JPs, Di says, especially younger people.
Historic boiler door sought by Ongaonga Historical Society
The boiler was last used at Makororo, to power the Gardner and Yeoman Mill.
Cuisine Good Food Awards night coming up and Wallingford Homestead is on the menu
'We have been listed two times, initially in 2020/21 and again in 23/24.″
Watch: The 'Waipawa prowler' is on the loose, police have a way to stop him
He’s wandering through properties 'looking for something to steal'.
Waipukurau Mitre 10 Garden Centre gains top award
“Their enthusiasm and dedication creates a welcoming, engaging atmosphere for customers."
Historic sevens tournament takes over Ongaonga School for a day
This year’s event started off cool and wet but the sun came out and the fun went on.
Waipukurau Rotary Courtesy Award given out for 60th year
“Our team are very proud to have been able to provide support to the wider community."
Rainbow-hued garb brightens Hastings kids' days
'We said 'where's Tikokino?''
CHB residents rubbish transfer station closures
Central Hawke’s Bay District Mayor Alex Walker says the numbers simply didn’t stack up.
Waipawa to have targeted stormwater inspections before rain events
After Cyclone Gabrielle, stormwater funding was reprioritised.
Juliet Carpenter announced as Walters Prize finalist
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki will present an exhibition by the four nominees.
Takapau celebrates Matariki with festivities
The event was also a chance to fundraise for an AED for Takapau.
CHB in recovery after last week's weather event
By Monday all roads were open again across the Central Hawke’s Bay network.
HB medics share newborn life support skills in Samoa
Samoan medical staff have to travel to NZ or Australia to train in newborn life support.
CHB traffic updates page helps keep drivers safe and on time
Alerts about police checkpoints are not welcomed on the site.
CHB's up and coming hair and beauty specialists celebrate success
EIT students host whānau day for friends and family.
Black-billed gulls make Waipukurau their winter home
Black-billed gulls are only found in Aotearoa/New Zealand.
High energy and huge voices at Waipawa M&D's Little Shop of Horrors
The sense of anticipation in the theatre was palpable...
Hot air balloon visit inspires Pahīatua School students
The hot air balloon visit was courtesy of the Flying High Project.
Residents join search for missing Central Hawke's Bay greyhounds
It is coming up for three weeks since the dogs - Maverick and Jack - vanished.
More creative writers developing their skills in CHB
“I’m going to start a class. I’ll text you.”
HB Rescue Chopper funds get boost from CHB Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics is a fundraising event that's now in its 15th year.
Takapau Lions distribute Bookarama funds
Already the Takapau Lions are planning Bookarama 2025.
CHB students start their day on a high note
The hot air balloon visit was courtesy of the Flying High Project.
Dog bed entrepreneur calling time on CHB business
VIP Dog Beds were invented 33 years ago - for very important pets.
Trauma Aid Aotearoa spreads wellness message to Ōtāne community
EMDR has been widely used worldwide to address symptoms following disasters.
Otawhao-Takapau Women's Institute celebrates its centenary
Meetings used to be held in the Otawhao School, after school hours.
'The eels started picking at my leg': Farmer's harrowing ordeal trapped beside creek
'My dogs stayed with me and they were reacting — they could hear the searchers.'
Car fans raise the dust at CHB's first Rebel Roundup
The dust has settled and next year's Rebel Roundup is in the pipeline.
Forbidden fires: CHB volunteers called away from Easter treats over long weekend
The Ōtāne fire truck was also called to the rubbish fire.
50 years at current site for Waipawa Golf Club
The origins of the club are further back in Waipawa’s past.
Prohibited fire season announced for Central Hawke's Bay
"Our shed was in a blazing heap and my husband was being hosed down by firefighters."
Rural communities embrace Surfing for Farmers
The season’s prizegiving was held earlier this month at Pourerere Beach.
Escapist and immersive - The Drowning Girls at Waipukurau Little Theatre
Between 1908 and 1914, George Joseph Smith married eight wives ...
Ruahine Animal Rescue: Volunteers welcome McAnulty visit
'I feel like I got myself back when we were able to care for the animals again.'
Waipawa Veterans' Tournament takes to the country's newest tennis courts
The water pushed the Astroturf across the court 'like a crumpled duvet'.
Online book club for Central Hawke's Bay readers
'We’re talking about books, reviewing books, seeing what everyone else is reading...'
Ruahine Animal Rescue established in CHB - and already at capacity
A group of volunteers has established Ruahine Animal Rescue.
End in sight for Te Paerahi Beach residents' bridge concerns
The much-anticipated fix will enable heavy traffic to once again use the bridge.
Beach residents call for visitor ban as concerns for damaged bridge grow
'If no one does as the signs say, one day that bridge will go and no-one will get in.'
Dark comedy comes to life at Waipukurau Little Theatre
The play explores the true story of Bessie Mundy, Alice Burnham and Margaret Lofty.
Cyclone Gabrielle events remembered across Central Hawke's Bay
The occasion was marked by the planting of a kōwhai tree.
Cyclone Gabrielle - effects still felt in Central Hawke's Bay
The rebuilding work - both physical and emotional - is ongoing.
'The aroha, the manaaki, and the wairua': Thousands turn out to commemorate Cyclone Gabrielle in Hawke's Bay
Emotions and community spirit were strong as people from all over came together.
'They just swerved around': The whistler who saved a herd of swimming cows
'I was calling them out of sheer panic. They started coming towards my voice.'
Big budget silent movie with international accompanist - in Central Hawke's Bay
Performance will contribute to fundraising for the Takapau Health Centre Building Fund.
New CHB College policy means cellphones are "away for the day"
"we are reminding students that cellphones are not required at school."
Saturday ceremonies mark 93 years since Hawke's Bay Earthquake
In Central Hawke’s Bay, homes and businesses suffered extensive damage.
From barren paddocks to Google Maps: 30 years of growth for Tree Guys Nursery
The centrepiece of the nursery is a native forest bisected by a trickling stream.
Immediate water restrictions imposed on Waipukurau township
Major leak sparks urgent Waipukurau water restrictions.
CHB Community Op Shop's new owner launches koha app
The op shop will serve as a 'shopfront' for more sustainability initiatives.
Fly into rescue chopper open day
In remote locations helicopter rescue is often the patient’s only chance for survival.
Spanish champs a coup for gutsy Central Hawke's Bay cyclist
Jo had broken 14 bones on the right side of her body, from her pelvis to her head.
Spectators welcome at Sunday’s Tour de Beautiful CHB
Riders have been training for weeks for this event.
Starting new year with good deed – Waipukurau Mitre 10 helps out rescue chopper
The Lowe Corporation Rescue Helicopter carried out 415 life-saving missions last year.
Cyclists pumped for 2024 Tour de Beautiful CHB
The Bay Motorcycles Tour de Beautiful CHB takes place this month
Lachie Kirk bounces back for personal best at world age group champs
'There are multiple judges watching each competitor’s routine.'
Patrick Bronte made a member of the New Zealand Order of Merit
But he nearly deleted the email informing him: 'I thought it was spam.'