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The Mitre 10 Mega Tough Kid challenge saw eager tamariki from schools in HB take part
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Stopbanks, roads and local response key factors in $941m pre-Budget cyclone relief
Government earmarks nearly $1 billion for cyclone recovery, announced in Hawke's Bay.
We’re open: Tourism boss trying to attract Kiwis back to Hawke’s Bay
New campaign seeks to convince domestic travellers not all of the Bay is buried in silt.
Wairarapa MP Kieran McAnulty talks rates, water reforms and investment in Tararua
Keiran McAnulty says he's been advocating quite strongly for support for Tararua.
Smashed stores in Pirimai: Two teens fleeing scene arrested nearby
'It's one of our best days trading of the year, and now we’re here cleaning floors.'
Sliding into success? Council-provided Splash Planet becomes temporary EIT classroom
Students still unable to use the flooded Taradale campus instead use community venues.
The one word missing from the Government’s $1b Budget announcement
Opinion: The rolling maul of aid has arrived, but it won't bring joy for those flooded.
RIP Bruce Robertson, Hawke's Bay rugby legend
The All Blacks great was back in Hawke's Bay in 2017 to join the HBHS wall of fame.
Budget 2023: More than 500 schools to be repaired, redeveloped or relocated
More than 500 schools have been damaged by recent weather events.
Hipkins reveals $941 million cyclone, floods recovery package
Money will raise stopbanks, fix roads and rail, and repair every damaged school.
Man in critical condition after digger rolls down bank
Once the man was recovered from the digger, he was flown to Hawke’s Bay Hospital.
'The day we have been waiting for': Napier-Wairoa road re-opens
The reopening of the road at Putorino was an emotional time for the people of Wairoa.
Carrington edges Fisher to remain on top of the world
Dame Lisa Carrington crossed the line just ahead of Aimee Fisher to claim gold in Hungary.
Old Boys Marist bring up a ton in Premier rugby
Napier Old Boys Marist scored 15 tries in a near record-breaking match, winning 101-36.
Luxon claims lack of action in orchard cyclone recovery
“Not enough real action is happening in Hawke's Bay": National's leader is back again.
State Highway 2 due to open
A ceremony was held today to mark completion of a Bailey bridge over the Waikare River after the old one on State Highway 2 was destroyed by Cyclone Gabrielle. Video / Paul Taylor
Cyclone Gabrielle: Communities’ futures may not be decided until September
Hastings Mayor Sandra Hazlehurst said the rebuild would be dictated by who's paying.
Shock for Hawke’s Bay rugby as Magpies coach heads for Italy
Head coach Josh Syms' departure is announced by the Hawke's Bay Rugby Union.
Man who paid $47k for guns cut them down to sell to criminals
Weapons obtained in Napier between March and May last year were destined for Auckland.
Free Hawke’s Bay variety show aims to bring joy
A free variety show featuring Suzy Cato will tour Napier and Hastings later this month.
Dancers clean up to raise competition funds
Other fundraisers are planned in the leadup to the competition.
Meet the contenders for Napier’s Next Top Dog Model
Who will be Napier's most popular pooch?
Dry firewood being trucked into Bay
Cyclone Gabrielle has contributed to lack of dry firewood in Hawke's Bay.
Intense competition for the right-wing vote
It will be hard for National to outdo Act’s crime and corrections policy
Hastings youth invited to celebrate passion and talent
This year's youth week is jam-packed with activities to help youth connect.
Joseph Ahuriri's mystery disappearance: How police are hunting for traces of vanished man
Scientists will provide a specialised drone to police to help them search under the silt.
Project for 425-plus homes on outskirts of Hastings could be fast-tracked
A big housing project has been proposed near Flaxmere.
Lavender farm a symbol of hope proof that community is still key
Lyonmark Estate continues to be helped by its incredible community.
Moving houses a part of policing life for couple married 60 years
Ian and Eleanor Holyoake celebrate their diamond wedding anniversary.
Pickleball becomes big hit in Hawke's Bay
Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the world and it is taking off in Hastings.
The storytelling magic of lanterns
The success of any magic lantern exhibit, depended on the showmanship of the speaker
Hawks’ hopes revived in win over Taranaki Airs
The Hawks had lost four in a row, before a revenge win in New Plymouth.
Hastings-trained winner on new Awapuni synthetic track
A roundup of the week's racing.