Hawkes Bay TodayFrom tinsel to emergency: Wairoa firefighters respond to fire moments before Christmas paradeVolunteer crews show their dedication after missing out on festive fun. 16 Dec 02:23 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayPlan confirmed for $60m new bridge at Waiohiki; work to start in 2026The confirmed plan for the $60 million new bridge was one of six options considered.15 Dec 10:11 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayHastings council CEO appoints PI to examine complaint about councillorSteve Gibson was the top-polling councillor in this year's local body elections.15 Dec 09:37 PM
Hawkes Bay Today'It’s an interactive art piece': Man charged with stealing provocative flag'Good art will provoke thought. It provoked me to think that maybe I should pick this up.'15 Dec 08:24 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayFrom Cairns to Napier – a new coach for the HawksWill Lopez gets the nod as the Hawks recruit another coach from the Australian NBL.15 Dec 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayOn The Up: Hawke’s Bay Special Olympians bring home 30 medals from national gamesThe Hawke’s Bay team collected 11 gold, 11 silver and eight bronze medals.15 Dec 01:51 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayDoctor named as Labour candidate for NapierAlex Hedley wants to reclaim the seat for Labour from National's Katie Nimon.15 Dec 12:52 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayHB cities under Level 3 water restrictions as usage hits 95 million litres a dayA total ban on open-air fires and fireworks is also in place.14 Dec 11:26 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayState Highway 2 reopens after a truck and car crash leaves one with critical injuriesState Highway 2 in Central Hawke's Bay has reopened after a crash early Monday morning. 14 Dec 11:11 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayFrom ‘naughty’ to champion: Young horses shine at Hawke’s Bay showjumping'She was meant to be sold, but I could never get her broken in in time for the auctions.'14 Dec 10:39 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayNo more detours: Truckies rapt as $10m-plus upgrade of Hawke's Bay bridge confirmed'These works will be essential to unlocking the region’s full economic potential.'14 Dec 08:49 PM
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay TodayThe best places to eat and drink in Hawke’s BayFrom cellar doors, to cafes, to fine dining, here’s where to add to your itinerary.14 Dec 05:00 AM
Hawkes Bay TodayFireworks, live music and dancing for free: Napier plans big New Year’s Eve partyFamilies can enjoy fireworks shows at 9.45pm and midnight for free.13 Dec 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayWhich part of NZ was the most generous with Givealittle donations this year?A new report highlights some of the causes Kiwis cared most about this financial year.13 Dec 04:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayPolice officer commended for bravery after rescuing family during Cyclone GabrielleDetective Sergeant Heath Jones waded through chest-high floodwaters to reach victims.13 Dec 05:56 AM
Hawkes Bay Today'Maybe make a back-up plan': Forecasters eye up Christmas weatherRain is on the way next week, but what will the skies look like on Xmas Day?13 Dec 03:02 AM
Sport'Pretty crazy': Player from Hawke's Bay targeting All Blacks clash with Hong Kong ChinaPenetana Carter-Smith will be eligible to play for Hong Kong China in 2026.12 Dec 10:01 PM
Hawkes Bay Today'This plane will save lives': Hawke's Bay gets new $5m air ambulanceThe new plane will transport hundreds of patients each year, and also support Wairoa.12 Dec 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay Today'Constant confusion': Calls grow for Napier traffic light fix after cyclist injuredResidents say the lights, a gateway to the Hawke's Bay Expressway, feel like 'chaos'.12 Dec 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayHawke’s Bay’s twin cities record hottest spring in 135 years - experts warn of ‘new normal’Temperatures in Hawke’s Bay, like most of the country, have been 'well above average'.12 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHawke’s Bay-bred pair living up to pedigrees in Australia: John JenkinsOPINION: Waimarie won a NZ$130,000 race over 1400m in Victoria.12 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGail Pope: Napier’s Wanderers' Bicycle Club warned not to ‘startle’ horsesOPINION: New Zealand women in the 1880s could join cycling clubs of their own volition.12 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay TodayTwins choose different paths after US universities offer rowing scholarships to both'It wasn’t an easy decision in any way, shape or form.'12 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNick Stewart: Loving a brand is not a smart strategyOPINION: Diversified index funds consistently outperform stock picking over the long term.12 Dec 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay Today'I can make the world shimmer': The house with 25 years of wondrous Christmas lightsMark Williams on why he creates a 'miniature Disneyland' every festive season.12 Dec 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayGrieving family front ‘courageous’ doco after son's suicide'It’s evident in Reid’s death that people do suffer silently.'12 Dec 04:00 PM
Hawkes Bay Today'Pretty amazing': Napier fisherman reels in massive tunaAlan Hay says a nearly-90kg tuna he caught off Mahia is the best catch of his life.12 Dec 02:23 AM
Hawkes Bay Today Police warn gangs ahead of Napier unveilingVisitors, including gang members, are expected from outside Hawke's Bay.11 Dec 11:53 PM
Hawkes Bay TodaySanta’s grotto brings festive magic to Hastings town centreSanta’s grotto opens in Westerman’s Building opposite the Hastings clock.11 Dec 10:50 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayMore space for sport: $2.6m project to underground Napier's Park Island power linesWork with Unison Networks will be staged over two summers to limit disruption to sports.11 Dec 09:34 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayHawke’s Bay bowlers make strong start at National Summer GamesHawke's Bay has sent 50 athletes to contest six sports in Christchurch.11 Dec 09:24 PM
PremiumPremiumHawkes Bay Today'Completely out of the blue': Hastings artist wins $100k residency in New YorkAna Iti almost missed the phone call that would change her life.11 Dec 05:00 PM
Hawkes Bay TodayAs young boy battles leukaemia, family finds comfort in Ronald McDonald HouseRonald McDonald House says surging demand means they can no longer accommodate everyone.11 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionWyn Drabble: Summer gripes, hits and slaps are all the buzzOPINION: Mosquitoes meant both sides of my face were slap-damaged.11 Dec 05:00 PM
