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'Bulls***': Former police minister Stuart Nash lets rip against Labour ex-colleagues
Nash says Chris Hipkins should have approved gang asset seizures under $30,000
End in sight for Te Paerahi Beach residents' bridge concerns
The much-anticipated fix will enable heavy traffic to once again use the bridge.
Massive shark kills and devours stranded whale, attempted rescuer flees water
'It took its whole head off. There are not many sharks that can do that.'
Napier Operatic Society is hosting a ‘Big Open Theatre Weekend’
Five students taking part in an american preforming arts program working to raise $50,000.
Bay Batucada bringing batucada to the bay for 10 years
Bay Batucada band celebrate a 10th birthday by dancing to the beat of their own drums.
Regional council forgives $250k in fees for those trying to revive Ruataniwha Dam
The contentious decision to cancel the debt hasn't gone down well with everyone.
'Busiest ever': Berth marks Napier Port’s 1000th cruise-ship visit
It's 30 years since cruise liners began calling at Napier Port.
Literary festival Between the Lines names CHB author as patron
The festival, organised by book-loving volunteers, brings together an eclectic mix.
Top gun: HB sharpshooter bags deer, gifts it to soldiers then joins army
A farmer turned sharp shooter can now knock the top off a bottle from 300 metres.
CHB College scholarship winners off to further education
The students were all awarded university scholarships.
Huia pair returned to museum display
The female huia was damaged after she was stolen.
Napier's new highway roundabout under budget, as disruption continues into March
Softer aggregate than expected has been discovered where the road will be realigned.
Black Seeds bash: Gemco celebrates 20 years with private gig
The business has grown from a team of eight in 2004 to 140 staff members now.
Party time for Napier's big innings: Marking a century and a half
Napier's first borough council was installed in 1874 — with 493 electors.
Camp USA leads to new Kiwi
The citizenship ceremony was held at the council chambers in Pahīatua.
Popular marae golf tournament raises $3000
First held in 1998, the popular tournament drew 80 players this year.
Why your rates increase is set at its level
Napier mayor Kirsten Wise explains why when and how rates will change across the city.
Dairy Industry awards not to be missed
The dairy industry awards attracted 340 entrants around the country.
Aunty’s Garden: The great feeling of peace
Ngāti Khungunu is pleased to announce the launching of Aunty Hanui Lawrence’s book.
Tihei: Taupō-based business helps iwi with housing
Grateful staff clapped with gratitude at their contribution.
Iwi leaders share thoughts one year on from cyclone
It was the greatest weather disaster to hit our generation and perhaps our parents' too.
How can we help our precious kaumātua?
What our kaumātua need is a happy smile, a helping hand and a listening ear.
Helping rangatahi reach their full potential
Toi Matarua offers leadership training to help youth learn ways to be great examples.
Sport and haka shine at Māori Basketball Association tournament
Iwi haul in the medals
'Precedent-setting situation': Eketāhuna community board member attending remotely
Terry Carew is now in the UK and will be for several months.
'The wardrobe police': Labour rips into Govt's gang crackdown plans
Paul Goldsmith and Mark Mitchell made the announcement.
World Triathlon Cup: Hayden Wilde edged out by Aussie rivals in trans-Tasman stunner
A sweltering 30-degree climate put the trans-Tasman rivalry to the test.
Cruel Summer: Has Taylor Swift sent some 'Midnight Rain' to Hawke's Bay?
Taylor's 'Midnight Rain' has crossed the Tasman, but Hawke's Bay may be lucky.
'A bit teary eyed': Hastings mechanic's shock death starts lasting legacy
'I’ve never experienced life without him:' Walk to remember, walk to engage.
'Significant loss to Hawke’s Bay:' Local nurses looking to Australia
The promise of higher pay and better conditions could be a factor.
Choppers and toe-tapping make for a family fun weekend in Hawke’s Bay
Family-friendly fun was abundant in Hawke's Bay over the weekend.
Tihei: Congratulations to the four kapa haka teams off to Te Matatini 2025
There are strict rules for every part of the performance.
Crackdown: $5k fine for wearing gang patch in public under new law
Paul Goldsmith and Mark Mitchell make announcement.