Meka Whaitiri concedes she's out of Parliament as a new political star rises
Tangaere-Manuel, from the small township of Rangitukia, is a political bolt from the red.
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Meka Whaitiri dethroned in Ikaroa-Rāwhiti
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National’s Mike Butterick held a solid lead over the Labour minister he lost to last time.
National’s Catherine Wedd beats Anna Lorck in Tukituki by big margin
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National’s Katie Nimon gets the electorate MP role she wanted
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Nearly half of the Labour caucus could lose their seats in Parliament
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Two people trapped as vehicle overturns in Hastings
Police, fire and ambulances attended the incident after the races finished on Saturday.
Radio Dannevirke welcomes visitors
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Community helps Herbertville to gain library cabinet
When it was learned Herbertville needed a library cabinet, locals built one.
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HBRC trying to find ways to reduce cost for landowners hydroseeding silt
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Māori carvings mark Pakipaki road upgrade
Six new pou whenua carvings unveiled on major route near Hastings.
Magpies taking on Wellington, history and the wind
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'All smiles': Pan Pac’s Napier plant reaches milestone in $280m cyclone recovery
Chip mill restarted, 120ha forest purchased.
Fire bans could end cyclone waste burning provisions early
Fenz is allowed to overrule any council ban.
Council changes procedures for social housing after Tenancy Tribunal finds fault
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Decisions needed over Pahīatua swimming baths
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Sachin flies in to play Hawke's Bay club cricket
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Council ready to support farmers through dry summer
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Nursing student says 'cost of living is costing us our health checks'
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Omahu Huia and Bridge Pa in rugby league sports park showdown
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35 crucial power pole safety features found missing by lines company Unison.
John Jenkins: Hawke’s Bay owner breeds another good jumper
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