‘Project about far more than infrastructure’ – cyclone-damaged bridge reopens
Road connection restored in Central Hawke's Bay after Cyclone Gabrielle's destruction.
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Don't forget your route closures: Six60 concert needed council green light for roadblock
The Six60 concert in Hawke’s Bay has been postponed to October 25.
NZ’s fruit bowl shrinks as Cyclone Gabrielle impacts linger
"Some balance sheets are so bad people will have to exit the industry ultimately."
Police seize $57k cash, meth, stolen items in major Hawke’s Bay drug bust
Armed police were part of the operation that targeted Flaxmere, Camberley, and Pandora.
Clubs Hastings committee resigns amid property sale furore
The president and committee of clubs Hastings, formed in a merger in 2016, have resigned.
Wyn Drabble: Is sport better from the grandstand or an armchair?
OPINION: What are the relative merits of watching sport on TV or being live at the event?
'Aim high': Teen scores $135,000 scholarship to Australian university, sheds Olympic dream
Hastings Christian School's Lucy Smith chose academics over an Olympic dream.
'Dreadfully Divine': Canadian brings mobile dreadlock service to NZ
Dreadlocks? Redheads get it the worst.
'High public interest': Coroner prioritises hearings on 18 flood, cyclone deaths
The inquiry is likely to examine warnings, weather forecasts, landslide and flood risks.
Closed waters as powerboats surge into the Bay
A fleet of at least 11 boats is expected, mainly from Auckland.
Warm and wet as weekend weather approaches
Weekend weather is expected to be warm, but the wet still lingers.
Marine rescue: One person dies after being taken off boat due to medical event
Coastguard, rescue helicopter, and ambulance all called to alert near Cape Kidnappers.
Seafood lovers promised “great seafood, great drinks, and great company”
Salty Palate and F.A.W.C return to Hawke's Bay for fantastic foodie events.
'We want justice for our girl': Mother seeks answers after people flee fatal crash scene
'Somebody out there knows who caused this. A simple ride turned into a nightmare.'
Central Hawke’s Bay pet owners fear long journey for care as after-hours vet hub opens in Hastings
Dedicated Hastings vet clinic 'crucial for sustainability of the veterinary profession'.
Napier council starts social housing sale process in February
The council decided against selling all its housing.
Two teens among four charged with Napier murder
Street dweller Boy Taylor was known in the Napier CBD as friendly and sometimes talkative.
‘Nothing has changed, we have just added to it’: A&P show excitement builds
Dannevirke A&P Show returns in 2025 'bigger and better', with new events.
One taken to hospital as truck crashes into Hawke's Bay highway bridge
One person was initially trapped in the vehicle.
Six60 concert postponed for eight months: 'The venue wasn’t up to scratch'
Concert venue says they're 'unable to present the show as we want' at this time.
Possible sightings of missing Napier siblings being investigated
Siblings Larelle and Rhyme remain missing, with loved ones concerned for their welfare.
Mystery as urn swept into Hawke’s Bay orchard found two years after cyclone
Shanae Tong saw something sticking out of the grass and realised it wasn't just debris.
Flaxmere Supermarket: The independent breaking into the Hawke's Bay market
Six aisles of shelving and 27m of freezers and chillers will be packed with fresh stock.
The best of summer: Hawke's Bay photo competition finalists announced
We received more than 600 entries – here are the top six.
Truck rolls near Frasertown, northern Hawke’s Bay, lane blocked
A single-vehicle crash has partially blocked a stretch of SH38.
Under-fire Splash Planet prices good value when compared with other top attractions, council says
To save costs, the park operates with fewer staff and reduced resource consumption.
Euphonium eureka moment: Talented Hawke’s Bay trio join group of NZ's top teen musicians
Hawke’s Bay talents are set to perform with the best musicians of Australasia this week.
'Future growth': New fire station for Hawke's Bay Airport
The fire station is strategically located at the southern end of airport.
Ōtāne, Meeanee, Pukehou - Aussie folk stars head for small halls
The Small Hall Sessions return in 2025 with tours by high-profile Australian artists.
Missing Napier siblings: Police appeal for sightings
Napier teens Larelle and Rhyme were still missing on Tuesday morning.
Opinion: Why supply control alone won’t solve New Zealand’s methamphetamine crisis
Seizures at airports capture only 20% of incoming meth shipments.
Chefs gear up for a Hawke’s Bay meatball festival
Hawke’s Bay hosts NZ’s first meatball festival in Hastings.
Shearer dips out in record bid in Tararua
Jamie Skiffington didn't know when to give up.
‘A great social gathering’: Bridge Pā Wine Festival’s sunny success
Organisers plan the next festival for 2026, with tickets on sale mid-September.