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The marathon returns to the region in May.
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Farmers hanging out for rain
Weight gain on ewes going into tupping and mating has been a bit light
Rural school bus cuts: Residents fear the end of Te Pohue School
Residents of Te Pōhue want more time to present alternatives to the Ministry of Education.
Robber flees with nothing after BB gun breaks during assault on Hastings dairy owner
The mask wearer fled after his BB gun broke while hitting the dairy owner.
Local youth learn about careers in the art gallery world
Hastings City Art Gallery announces free, peer-led art programme for rangatahi.
Waitākere victims of fatal ram attack named
'Didn't deserve this': Elderly victims were reportedly attacked by their own animal.
Bioluminescent dolphins and a sprint finish: Waka returns to bay with talented rangatahi in tow
After a weeks-long journey, Hawke's Bay's prized waka hourua has returned home.
Father of two needs financial help in stage 4 bowel cancer battle
Central Hawke's Bay man needs more than $50,000 for additional life-saving medications.
Ōtātara Pā - such a lovely place, such a lovely place
Joe Walsh sat atop Ōtātara Pā in 1989. What he saw calls him back again, again, and again.
Hastings facing one of highest rates rises in country - council could hit $700m debt
Council's 'challenging' draft Long Term Plan could include closing Frimley Pool.
Police shot aggressive ram that 'confronted' them in paddock with dead West Auckland couple
It is understood police believe the man went out to check on the ram and did not return.
Man critically injured, 'possibly hit with scooter' by group of youths in CHB
Police are looking to speak with the victim when he is well enough.
Wyn Drabble: The world of spare body parts
There are hints of prosthetics that actually enhance, rather than match, human abilities.
Rogue ram kills couple in their West Auckland paddock
It is understood police believe the man went out to check on the ram and did not return.
Local man opens only upholstery and canvas service in Waipukurau
Steve Bradley starts a new business, CHB Upholstery and Canvas LTD.
Small Holders Auction exceeds Pre-Covid levels
A sale of chattels and chooks was well attended and profitable
'Leave it to the track': Police curb Supercar fans' need for speed
Motor racing may be like a red rag to a bull - but not on the highway.
Dannevirke and Pongaroa golf clubs qualify for Coronation Cup finals
Eight golf teams competed to qualify for Coronation Cup.
Communication patchy, skilled volunteers turned away in Gabrielle's aftermath
'There’s got to be a better way'.
Woodville firefighters gear up for challenge
A team of three will be taking part in the Sky Tower climb next month.
'I kind of just fell into it': How a solo mum in Havelock North became a record holding powerlifter
Lesley Hames wants to break another powerlifting record in her category.
A letter from Cairo - Newspaper report captures a Cairo reunion in 1943
A letter sent home from Cairo in 1943 describes reunion of Dannevirke soldiers.
Depth creates tough selection calls for Napier City Rovers coach
Form, eligibility rules and depth of quality make for tough selection calls for coach.
Exotic sheep sale a unique occasion at Dannevirke Showgrounds
Unique sale of rare sheep at Dannevirke.
Students learn about who goes to war at South School Anzac service
Everyone was involved in remembering the fallen.
'Very courageous': First time retailers in their 60s tackle tough business climate through mentoring
The Abrehamsen's message is clear: Don't be afraid to ask for help.
Napier RSA votes in support of leaving national body in extremely rare motion
Napier RSA has voted to potentially leave the national body.
Hastings council fined after 200 cubic metres of wastewater spills onto highway
Court told Hastings council has had 25 other breaches since 2019.
Watch: ‘Amazing’ solo sperm whale sighted off Hawke’s Bay coast
Whale sighting led to flurry of excitement in coastal community.
Hawke's Bay whale sighting
Sperm whale sighting off Hawke's Bay. Video / Bevan O'Connor
Review: A book for anyone worried they might be a terrible person
A fast-paced, hilarious, and ultimately hopeful novel about much more than space facts.
Foresters awards: Hawke’s Bay family claims North Island foresters award
It's a generational thing at remote Waiwhare in the eastern shadows of the Kaweka Ranges.
Private practice shakeup: Paramedics helping cut wait times in Hawke's Bay
New way of looking at primary care is a 'game changer'.
Wai Splash Triathlon attracts potential stars
Junior athletes competed in the annual triathlon at Dannevirke's Wai Splash pool.