Hastings racecourse going to the dogs this weekend.

Hurricane's vs Sharks game will go ahead - but officials not happy with state of ground.

Five more meetings will be held on the regional council's long term plan.

Report recommends ways to best secure Hawke's Bay's "economic and environmental future"

Cyclone Debbie left kindy closed, campground cut-off, wastewater discharged into estuary.

Name change brings number of risks, and financial impacts for Napier

Distinctive letterbox showing signs of age after surviving years of vandal attacks.

Clear skies and settled weather this week keeping autumn at bay in the Bay.

Two Hawke's Bay councils move on 100-year plan to protect against global warming effects.

Hawke's Bay students among 8000 worldwide competing in worlds biggest literary event.

80 gather for open day organised by Aramoana Trust

Hawke's Bay's emergency services are applauding an unusually quiet Easter period.

Third Hawke's Bay ANZ Branch closure in a year.

Doubts over water exports as "economic boom for Hawke's Bay".

Family-friendly ride great way to showcase Hawke's Bay scenic cycle routes

Retailers hope for more support from fellow stores next Easter Sunday

Changes afoot for the Hawke's Bay Regional Council's investment arm.

Watching grass grow takes on exciting meaning for Napier City Council.

Tourism, environment funding shouldn't be an "either, or" situation, says firm.

Family of killed teen motorcyclist see first presentation of memorial trophy.

Varieties from two Hawke's Bay wineries to be served at exclusive dinner.

Wairoa residents asked for input on "sprucing up" town centre.

Local businesses fear funding cut will take away tourists that make them viable.

Varieties from two Hawke's Bay wineries to be served at exclusive dinner.

HBRC exploring plan change which would prohibit oil and gas exploration activities

Changes afoot for leaders of HBRC's investment company

Contaminants include bird droppings, human excrement and stormwater discharges.

Fire services kept busy with two car fires in Hawke's Bay yesterday.

Proposed funding cut criticised as having 'no logic to it whatsoever'.

Cat may yet lose her leg after gin trap set in residential neighbourhood.

An annual cost of $10.16 million is estimated to be needed to meet swimmability targets.

Thefts sour end of 2018 Land Rover Horse of the Year at Hastings showground.

Hawke's Bay has a bold vision for reducing its waste.

Teens appear in court charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.

Enforcement action pending after raw sewage discharged into Ahuriri harbour.

100m of rail line washed out during Thursday's weather event

Napier Port enjoys record $16.7 million net profit.

A 19 per cent rate rise is on the cards for Hawke's Bay ratepayers

Rate rise needed as Bay "doesn't have any time to lose" over climate change.

Cemetery road closure prompts fears about safety for vulnerable students.

Enforcement action is pending over a sewage spill into the harbour.

Upset mother "ban" daughter from swimming in contaminated waterway.

1200 people expected to take part in today's Relay for Life

Work continuing to reopen Taradale's only community pool.

"I've never seen it like this ever"- vineyard submerged after deluge.

Flooding damaged 80 homes, washed out sections of rail line, roads unusable for weeks

"The river's banks have burst, we all need to go, we all need to go."

Those who spoke out against War Memorial changes say new name step toward fixing mistakes.

Rain is expected to continue today but nothing compared to yesterday's deluge.

"When a mate rings you up, you go and do it": boatie who rescued mate from flooding home

Napier and Taradale RSAs think they will have more of a say outside of memorial group.

Emotive meeting leads to near-consensus on new, old name.

Many hands make light work of improving Hawke's Bay water.

More than 5 billion litres of water consented for water bottling annually - fraction used.

Proposed reshuffle of Park Island for more homes, sporting facilities

Napier City Council to consider Conference Centre name in meeting next week

Pandora Pond remains closed after being plagued by bacterial contamination.

"Time is of the essence", for group to raise remaining funds

Up to 40 per cent of wild rabbit population could be wiped out by new virus.

Police believe man being helped to continue avoiding arrest

There is to be "substantial" public engagement and education prior to any enforcement.

"Range" of potential contamination sources for Pandora Pond

Concern raised over compulsory use of plastic bags at national recycled clothing chain.

Daily samples taken at contaminated pond until further notice

Fire at popular playground latest in spate around suburban Hastings.

21-year-old flown to hospital in critical condition, but now recovering

Te Mata Park Trust is hoping to add land to the park for first time in 90 years.

Three by-elections cost Hastings ratepayers nearly $220,000.

Beachgoers urged to trust instincts, and alert police if they suspect illegal activity

Napier has hottest summer since 1870, Hastings' summer was 4C hotter than average.

Council leaders flocking to launch of Government's regional growth fund.

Third water quality issue in Napier area sparks call for action

Police tell community to be "alert, not alarmed".

Consent applied for while mushroom farm looking at other options for composting operation.

Discussion on installing de-chlorinated taps held off until LTP

Next steps taken in addressing sea-level rise along the Hawke's Bay coastline.

Only half of the Bay councils have a prayer, with only one regularly using it.

Wairoa District ratepayers ask how 44 per cent rate increase will benefit them.