Cafes ditch the plastic straws, and bring in compostable cups, plates, cutlery and napkins

A mystery flying object piques the interest of many Hawke's Bay residents.

Everyone thinks it is okay to offer tips.

Businesses in Hawke's Bay are confident but rising house prices not all good news.

More rain, strong winds, thunderstorms and even snow in the far south forecast today.

Local Iwi protested upon the steps of Hastings District Council against the Council's involvement and Craggy Range's decision. Hastings Mayor Sandra Hazlehurst said that Council acknowledges their views and is working hard to ensure all stakeholders are to come up with a solution that all parts of the community will be happy with.

Federated Farmers reject rates increase.

Exhibitors impressed by drive and passion of students attending careers expo in Bay.

Protests against the winery track continue as supporters plan to walk up the peak.

A strange flying object was spotted hovering above Hastings yesterday

Labour delivers disappointing Budget of little imagination, says Lawrence Yule

Busy old day in dear old London as the crowds descended for the long-awaited pairing.

Attacks on dairies highlight need for tighter control.

Government stats show rent in Tararua are going up at nearly $100 a year.

Rare Jaguar sportster set to star at new showroom opening.

His calf muscles cried for mercy but Brendon Vesty's mettle prevailed in Santa Rosa

Documentary shows "warts and all" insight into Rhythm and Vines.

From adversity to leader, the marathon challenge epitomises the transformational change.

Celebrations of Norway Day in Norsewood also remembered pioneers.

It's 32 years since British royals came to Napier or Hastings. Could that change in 2018?

Two Hawke's Bay art galleries have reason to celebrate at NZ Museum Awards.

Relatives are stunned to discover a disgruntled family member has been arrested.

A visitor to Hawke's Bay reports.

Opera Kitchen, a cafe in Hastings, is one of a group of four Hawke's Bay cafes using stainless steel straws and plates, compostable serviettes, takeaway cups and lids, and compostable bin liners. Video by Duncan Brown

Wild weather seen on the weekend is tipped to make a return, prompting flood warning.

Sixteen headstones discovered in pieces and family devastated over desecration.

Monitoring of toxin levels will continue

Three more cadets will be taken on for 2019.

Tamatea score the most points against NOBM this season.

Lions clubs say it is time to take step back and they wish to hand over the event