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Hastings news
Waipukurau solo pup joins abandoned Flaxmere litter of six's pack
A pack of six puppies found dumped in a bag have found a seventh member at the SPCA.
Two trophies up for grabs at Harcourts HB Women’s Tri
This women-only event has been specifically designed for first-timers
'Middle man' sold firearms stolen in rifle club heist
Owen Dlyakiya received four rifles and onsold two of them.
Hawke’s Bay Rescue Helicopter Trust ready to take off with another lottery to help save lives
Hawke's Bay Rescue Helicopter Trust sets up another win-win lottery.
The BRIGHT Project is bringing colour to Flaxmere Park
Group behind 'The Bright Project' wants to bring Flaxmere community together through art.
Hastings Art Gallery takes readers behind the scenes
OPINION: Much back and forth until the artist’s vision is accurately reflected.
The American yogi who is bring more than downward-dog to Hawke's Bay
American yoga teacher left her fast-paced life in LA to settle in Havelock North.
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'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.
'Don't heckle very much': Irish comedian praises NZ's polite crowd culture
'I’m not massive on audience interaction, and I don’t think Kiwis are big on it either.'
Teenage dream? Two students working on courier company that delivers packages in one hour
Two talented Hawke's Bay teens think they can plug a big gap in the market.
Hawke's Bay Regional Council says growers' call to pause water consents creates environmental risk
Growers warn of harm to the region if a pause on new water consents does not remain.
Pre-pay for your GP: Hawke's Bay clinics say lack of funding starting to bite
Tōtara Health and Taradale Medical Centre have called out a lack of Government funding.
Rural News
Sunshine to snow: Looming icy polar blast to bring snow to both North, South islands
Niwa says the weather system is 'potentially conducive' to snow.
Waikato police spike milk truck after alleged theft
No milk spilt and nobody hurt - but police say things could have been worse.
'Bit of sacrifice': Brothers tackle Dry July to support dad's cancer fight
The Plunkett Boys are known for enjoying a drink or two, so Dry July has been a challenge.
NZ sheep dog trialling legend dies in farm accident
The New Zealand Sheep dog training captain was killed in an ATV crash on Monday.
Farmer Tom Plunkett on doing Dry July for his dad
Damien O'Connor, Su McCluskey, Tom Plunkett, Sirma Karapeeva.
Agriculture plays big role in decreased greenhouse gas emissions
Manufacturing second to agriculture in emissions decreases.
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.'
Car news & advice
MG Cyberster, the sports car hit for 100, coming to NZ
MG's Cyberster electric sports car is heading our way. We get an early look at it.
What is the best way to charge your EV in New Zealand?
We answer some of your charging questions so you can get the best out of your EV.
Skoda Elroq EV-SUV makes surprise run at final stage of Tour de France
Elroq is Skoda's new compact SUV - an electric alternative to Karoq.
OneRoof property news
Mortgagee sale of penthouse apartments in former leaky building
The two units can be bought separately or with two other homes in the block.
Tiny town's pub for sale for $450,000 - 'if it doesn't sell, it will close'
Owners of the iconic Blackball Inn and 08 Cafe will retire in September.
French-inspired chateau at elite Kiwi rowing spot sells for close to $5m
Business couple plan to renovate the sprawling lakeside mansion.
More local news
Havelock North identity Dot Dyson was a mystery to many
"A diminutive, bespectacled, elderly lady dressed in jodhpurs, felt hat and a long coat."
Havelock North book launch raises $1300 for cyclone relief
Two books by local authors were launched at St Columba's Church.
'Thought the boat would turn around': The 18-year-old conscripted to occupy nuclear-bombed Japan
'Everything the bomb touched had died and there was hardly anything left standing.'
Tom Husband WW2 Jay Force veteran
Reporter Maddisyn Jeffares talks to WW2 Jay Force veteran Tom Husband about his time in Japan.
Local youth learn about careers in the art gallery world
Hastings City Art Gallery announces free, peer-led art programme for rangatahi.
Father of two needs financial help in stage 4 bowel cancer battle
Central Hawke's Bay man needs more than $50,000 for additional life-saving medications.
'Put down': Violent inmate stomps on duck after it landed in prison yard
The prisoner was charged with attacking the bird, which had to be put down.
‘We simply cannot afford to’: Leaders desperate for cyclone-damaged road and bridge fixes
WIthout help it could take decades to restore the economy as well as years of rates hikes.
Slain Mob boss had $230k in car when police busted meth-dealing ring
Daniel Eliu was shot dead outside a South Auckland church.
Free kids arts and crafts coming to Hastings Art Gallery this school holidays
Hands-on and creative fun for kids this school holidays at the Hastings Art Gallery.
Kiley Reid's book Come and Get It will leave you wanting more
Coma and Get It follows a residential assistant and her goals and messy entanglements.
Hawke’s Bay’s Easter weekend in pictures: From salty seafood to tapping toes
There was plenty to see and do this Easter in Hawke's Bay, despite spells of bad weather.
'Absolutely gutting': Vital kiwi conservation equipment stolen from reserve
Thieves smashed their way into the padlocked premises.
Sir John Kirwan mental health speech brings tradies to tears
TW Group brings Sir John Kirwan in to talk mental health and wellbeing in the work place.
'Bordering on blackmail': Council candidate defends leaked email to potential future colleagues
Ngahuka says vow to 'name and shame' councillors for 'pro-perversion' wasn't threatening.