Latest Hawke's Bay news

Two charged after Napier perfume burglaries
Thieves smashed the doors. The cost of damage was much more than that of the stolen goods.

‘We want our mountain back’: Hundreds climb Mt Kahurānaki to support Ngāti Kahungunu land return
About 150 people climbed Mt Kahurānaki, some on foot, others on horseback.

'I want their story known': Author on a mission to tell story of NZ Land Girls
Lynda Taylor's book details the story of land girls and depicts life in World War II

Travel advice: Delays on SH5 as landslide impacts traffic flow
Motorists are advised to delay travel north from Hawke’s Bay if possible.

Why this Hawke’s Bay gas seep is sparking global scientific interest
Samples help study geological processes along the Hikurangi subduction zone.

On The Up: How a 2400km journey in a Mini transformed a Wairoa couple into heroes
The McNabbs raise over $40k for KidsCan in epic Pork Pie Charity Run.

On the Up: The young builder from Flaxmere aiming for national glory
Goulton will compete in the national in Hamilton for the Ken Read Trophy and a $10k prize.

Bone at Hastings work site identified; what you should do if you discover bones
Police should be contacted immediately if you find a bone suspected of being human.

‘That’s cowardice’: Councillor condemns gendered online threats
Hawke's Bay mayors urge respect, condemning personal attacks on social media.

'We see a lot of tears': Hastings opens social supermarket for those in need
Social supermarket set to address food insecurity in Hastings.

On The Up: Musician with Down syndrome finds voice through transformative therapy
'Music is the most powerful thing in the world,' says Eskavan McCartney.

Reluctant competitor to winner: Cameron Spence wins Gisborne heat of apprentice builders challenge
Cameron Spence was judged the top competitor of the six and will now compete nationally.

Silver Ferns to play first Hawke's Bay test in eight years this September
The Silver Ferns will play at Pettigrew Green Arena on September 24.

'A lot of people are going without': Strain on community food hub
Mangaroa Marae's food hub supports 400 families from Wairoa to Pōrangahau.

Fire crews battle big blaze after controlled burn-off in Central Hawke's Bay
The fire, which started about 3.30pm on Saturday, took until 10.30pm to control.

Bike and bus riders get their day
Bike racks were pulled from Hawke's Bay buses five months ago.

Hawke’s Bay teens swap TikTok for rock’ n roll dances
The group will compete in the NZ Junior Nationals in Porirua this Easter.

NZ’s biggest pet food factory reduces production amid drop in demand
The enormous super kitchen in Napier has been operating for less than three years.

Joseph Parker invited to celebrate HB boxing club's anniversary
The boxer's world title hopes could affect hopes to be in Hastings.

Surprise game for Super Rugby star in Napier game
Five games of Premier rugby saw 411 points, including 63 tries.

'It’s really moving': How music therapy helped teen through the grief of losing dad
Nicola Harrison said hearing her son's original song was heartbreaking and healing.

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.

On The Up - Volunteering from home: The trend adding even more value to NZ's $4b industry
Helping others remotely has surged since the Covid pandemic.

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

‘Never say never': Former Labour MP Stuart Nash on NZ First candidacy rumours
'I have an immense amount of respect for Winston Peters.'

'Something for everyone': Napier Lego show brings creativity to life
The Hawke’s Bay Brick Show features 86 exhibitors displaying Lego creations.