Napier news
Goodbye from Hastings Leader and Napier Courier editor
Letter from the Hastings Leader and Napier Courier Editor: Thank you and Goodbye.
Answers to the most popular questions asked during the holidays
CAB Napier answers some of the most asked questions over the Christmas period.
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.
Why Napier council introduced water restrictions six weeks earlier than normal
Mayor Kirsten Wise speaks on Napier water restrictions ahead of a hot summer.
CAN Column: Artists and art lovers have a busy month ahead for Creative Arts Napier
November at CAN is set to be full of markets, art, and different experiences.
CAN Column: Artists and art lovers have a busy month ahead for Creative Arts Napier
November at CAN is set to be full of markets, art, and different experiences.
Meerkats no more from Napier Community Patrol's new vehicle
Napier Community Patrol swaps the staple meerkat for a sleeker look on the new patrol car.
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Kahurānaki for sale - Iwi and hapū look at options to buy ancestral maunga
'Everyone agrees it’s very important, so we’ll work through it all and see where we get.'
Proving her teasing brothers right: Hawke's Bay cricketer called up to White Ferns
'My brothers used to tell me I was going to be a White Fern, but I used to get annoyed.'
Stories of heroism unearthed as ‘long unseen' Dannevirke treasures go up for auction
A firefighter's sacrifice, and a Navy man's bravery - the back stories behind the medals.
Titter at a fartlek, but don’t cause a williwaw
OPINION: Impress your friends - instead of an umbrella, call it a bumbershoot.
Developer's plan to merge Hastings and Flaxmere with 2000 homes revealed
David Colville says the ambitious plan is needed. An opponent says it is 'preposterous'.
Apples that can grow in 40C, dragon fruit for NZ - scientists preparing our fruit for a warm future
Both projects are finalists for the Science New Zealand Awards 2025 in March.
Rural News
Pumice quarry owners, land owner fined $272k for consent breaches
Paengaroa pumice quarry and landowner fined $272,000 for resource consent breaches.
Far North drought could lead to more water retrictions
Far North's big dry could mean more restrictions on water use
Rāhui possible as pāua stocks dwindle
Eight Far North hapū discussing problem of excessive pāua taken at Ahipara.
'Iconic': The big plan for one of NZ's oldest rātā trees
A conservation project the size of 88 rugby fields will surround it.
‘Third World’: Northland town water restrictions spark concerns
Rainfall in February was less than 10% of the expected amount in Dargaville.
From school leaver to forestry trailblazer: Young woman breaks barriers
'When people ask me where I work they’re always surprised and say, ‘That’s a manly job!''
Lifestyle news
Picky eating is in the genes - so how do you know if your child is a 'problem feeder'?
Rose Bertram knows exactly what it is like to clash with a picky eater at meal times.
Spreading joy: Sunflower field offers free blooms and happiness
Local businesses donated seeds and skills to support the community project.
'Wine with soul': Celebrating a father-and-daughter chenin blanc journey
Three Fates recently released its 2024 chenin blanc, a familial collaboration.
Car news and advice
Subaru BRZ tS review: read the manual
Subaru of NZ is stepping out of its AWD comfort zone with a limited run of RWD BRZ coupes.
Nissan CEO resigns amid recent company struggles
Makoto Uchida steps down from his role after a 5-year tenure.
Geely EX5 New Zealand prices revealed: Polestar parent company takes on EV mainstream
Kiwi importer says it has achieved 'price parity' with EV, PHEV and even petrol rivals.
OneRoof property news
‘These guys are hoping for a miracle’ - Sellers warned as ‘cheeky’ flippers make a return
Agents have noticed a return of the quick flick.
Tony Alexander: How much can you expect house prices to rise over the next 30 years?
Will Auckland lag behind the rest of the country or soar ahead?
Fed-up landlords quitting Auckland - $1m home to be sold with $1 reserve
Vendors willing to sell their rental for almost nothing.
More Napier news
Folk and traditional bands join for one off show
Hawke's Bay band Ish is to be joined by Wellington’s Bazurka for a special show.
Creative Arts Napier remembering the last 10 years
Creative Arts Napier looks back at 10 years of art, experiences, wonder and friendship.
Advice from Ahuriri Pharmacist on men's health
Ahuriri Pharmacy Pharmacist gives advice and helpful tips for men's health.
Taradale Hōhepa Shop's new ‘heart re-starter' set to help the community
The ‘heart re-starter’ is housed in a yellow, outdoor AED cabinet.
Captain’s Corner play area takes off at Hawke's Bay Airport
New playroom at the airport will give children something to do while waiting for flights.
Busy November at CAN as the gallery celebrates its 10 birthday
Creative Arts Napier is ready for a busy November as it celebrates 10 years.
Napier Council gets city ready for big 150 birthday bash
Napier City Council busy as they gear up for 150 year celebration.
Bay Batucada only New Zealand drumming group to take part in ‘Drum for Health’
Bay Batucada takes part in global 'Drum for Health' campaign.
Fourty years of stories and speeches celebrated at Pania Toastmasters' birthday bash
One of Hawke's Bay's longest running Toastmasters turns 40 this year.
How Hawke’s Bay rugby has defied the New Zealand sporting credit crunch
Inside the proud provincial rugby union defying player drain and credit crunch trends.
Warhol and other pop culture artists fill the walls at CAN
Andy Warhol fever hits the Creative Arts Napier gallery.
Millions of cubic metres of silt cleared from Cyclone Gabrielle hammered sites
An award-winning silt taskforce nears major a milestone in cyclone-hit Hawke's Bay.
Magpies swap rugby boots for gumboots to help Hawke’s Bay community
Rugby stars give back to the community that supports them so much.
Leaders work towards ensuring region 'fit' to handle projected expansion
The region's population will grow – housing, roading and infrastructure are the priority.