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Central Hawke's Bay news
News from Central Hawke's Bay
Work will begin in the next construction season when the weather is warmer and drier.
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.
Family thrived on adventures exploring Ormondville - From the MTG
Lawn tennis was popular among youngsters during summer
Poplars are a good choice for erosion-prone hill country
A free workshop to empower landowners to combat erosion and sedimentation into waterways.
Conversations regarding fluctuations in livestock numbers are helpful
Advisers are well aware of the challenges farmers have faced.
Teamwork and resilience working for Central Hockey
Despite conceding an early goal in the first quarter, Central maintained their composure.
Fundraising warming up for Takapau's new health centre
The projected cost is about $4 million.
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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.
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.
Lifestyle news
Divorce is a dirty word - but it doesn’t have to be
The most common reason for divorce is 'complacency'.
Seal hunts eel in creek near Taradale
A passerby captured the moment a roaming kekeno caught an eel in Taipo Stream near the Napier suburb of Taradale, about 5km from the ocean. Video / Supplied
Ovarian cancer: Learn the symptoms and know the signs
'Ovarian cancer spreads like a spider web, so it’s a long time before you see it.'
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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.
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.
More local news
CHB bylaw 'encourages responsible camping'
"Camping is in the DNA of our Tamatea-Central Hawke’s Bay people."
‘I saw some terrible stuff’: Retired rural hero reflects on Cyclone Gabrielle
When the cyclone struck one retired farmer knew he had the skills to lend a hand.
Waipukurau resident Enid Rice at 100: ‘You just get on with it’
"She made the best Louise slice and she knitted blankets and booties and jerseys..."
Freemason Lodges golf tournament raises $10,000
The fundraiser was to support local community patrols.
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.
Processor failure hits farms and transport operators
Bruce Stephenson of Stephenson Transport said the outcome was not surprising.
Waipukurau Little Theatre presents Keeping up Appearances
Many well-known characters of the much-loved 90s TV series appear in the play.
Businesses should closely monitor issues negatively impacting culture
Poor work conditions account for over half of staff exits.
Central Hockey Club buzzing about Club Day
The day featured a reunion of umpiring legends David Tomlinson and Hayden Le Compte.
'Blown away' Simon's contribution to industry recognised in award
Simon Marshall was presented with the award at the sheep and beef vets conference.
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.
Celebrate Matariki in CHB at Takapau Town Hall
Matariki ki Takapau 2024 will be celebrated at Takapau Town Hall.
CHB's up and coming hair and beauty specialists celebrate success
EIT students host whānau day for friends and family.