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Napier news
Hawke’s Bay’s shearers' golden moments at the Golden Shears
Hawke's Bay may have missed the biggie, but the region didn't walk away empty-handed.
Goodbye from Hastings Leader and Napier Courier editor
Letter from the Hastings Leader and Napier Courier Editor: Thank you and Goodbye.
Exciting exhibits at CAN gallery in lead-up to Christmas
Creative Arts Gallery is getting into the holiday spirit, with Christmas fast approaching.
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.
'A bottle of beer and an onion’ - 100-year old Vi shares her recipe for a long life
Vi was born Violet Blanche Avison, in Waipawa in 1924.
'A bottle of beer and an onion’ - 100-year old Vi shares her recipe for a long life
Vi was born Violet Blanche Avison, in Waipawa in 1924.
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.
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Operation Sphinx: How undercover officers cracked the Ariki Rigby gang-related murder
Top cop: 'I was always confident that we were going to get Mr Heremaia.'
Nick Stewart: Tariffs and markets - what history tells us
OPINION: What do tariffs mean for KiwiSaver, investments and the broader economy?
Gunner James Gilberd celebrated for purchase of army band’s instruments in England
OPINION: Soon afterwards Gilberd was prosecuted after ‘absenting himself without leave'.
Trainer Patrick Campbell chasing elusive Hawke’s Bay Cup success: John Jenkins
OPINION: Duncan Creek to start in today’s 2200m feature at Trentham.
‘Never say never': Former Labour MP Stuart Nash on NZ First candidacy rumours
'I have an immense amount of respect for Winston Peters.'
Homage to woke and not-so-woke pantry staples: Wyn Drabble
OPINION: Every few weeks I'll indulge in a 'blokey meal'
Rural News
A-maize-ing: Young photographer puts farming life in frame
Lucy Penellum's photos highlight the resilience of the farming community.
‘Serious concerns’: Neighbours wary of drone spraying near homes
Neighbours questioned a drone weed-spraying operation in Bethlehem.
On The Up - ‘Fresh produce is now a luxury’: Northlanders tackle food crisis
Northlanders help families become self-reliant by growing their own vegetables.
Ruapehu mayor demands answers over delays to rural health centre
Ruapehu's mayor says the community is being ignored over the Raetihi centre.
How tech is helping rural women find the perfect bra fit
'Rural women are often left with few choices.'
Not her first rodeo: Rookie rider sets new benchmarks
Brooke Atkinson won the 2025 NZ Rookie Barrel Racing and All-Around Champion titles.
Lifestyle news
Volunteering goes digital: Hawke’s Bay charities embrace remote roles
Remote volunteering: "I don’t have to choose between spending time with my children and giving back." Video / Rafaella Melo - HBT
How John Scott’s design philosophy shapes a new generation of architects
Hana Scott applies her grandfather’s principles to design modular housing.
‘Edgy’ comedian Jimmy Carr set to return to the NZ regions he previously roasted
The comedian's previous remarks about some NZ towns ruffled Kiwi feathers.
Car news and advice
Making Mokes: iconic brand expands production
Moke International has opened a new production facility in the UK to cope with demand.
LDV T60 Max Plus review: pay wave
Value for money has always been the primary appeal of the new wave of Chinese utes.
Audi A3 & S3 first drive: skin deep
Audi has given the A3 a refresh, with a fancier interior and better driving dynamics.
OneRoof property news
‘As is where is’ gamble - Buyers hot for quake-damaged trophy home with $2m RV
Luxury home on coveted Christchurch street is uninsured.
‘No regrets’ - Teachers who quit Auckland in disgust find buyers for their holiday park escape
Couple are returning to the classroom, but move south was the best thing they ever did.
Buyer's agent Alex Martelli on house-hunting, London and life with David Seymour
"I had to start at the bottom and work my way up."
More Napier news
Napier class win new ASICS shoes as part of Zespri Young and Healthy Virtual Adventure
A class at Maraenui Bilingual School won new shoes just in time for school camp.
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.