Danger at the beach: Rubbish blamed for surge in seaside injuries
Researchers are warning rubbish is becoming a "growing hazard" at New Zealand's beaches.
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Bridge works uncover a stunning surprise
Old bridge, short river, stunning views. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Thousands of Tolaga Bay logs to be incinerated
Fire is the answer for Tolaga Bay Beach slash. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Chardonnay 'has something for everybody'
Chardonnay is making a comeback this year, winning top spot in the wine awards.
Devoted to te reo Maori language journey
Councillor Claire Hague is devoted to the long journey of learning Te Reo Maori.
Meka Whaitiri incident came on day of family rift finding
The Whaitiri family had been divided over a Tenancy Tribunal case.
10 new classrooms pledged for schools
Five Hawke's Bay schools are set to receive a combined 10 new teaching spaces.
More state houses on the way
Another 330 new houses for Hawke's Bay and the East Coast.
Chilly week but no sign of tornadoes
Although it'll be a chilly week, Hawke's Bay's not in danger of tornado weather.
When Mt Tarawera blew it was night of terror
NZ's eighth wonder of the world disappeared overnight.
Charter school founder in 'massive shock' over delay
All except three charter schools now look set to become state or integrated schools.
Police van containing five inmates crashes off highway
Two staff and five people in custody in van that crashed in icy conditions.
Gisborne stages inaugural Young Grower competition
The regions best growers will compete at Gisborne Young Fruit Grower of the Year comp.
Local Focus: East Coast seeking solutions to slash floods a month after massive deluge
Native trees the answer for East Coast forestry. Made with fuding from NZ On Air.
A month on: 'Slash floods will happen again'
Native trees may be the answer for East Coast hills. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Waioeka Gorge stays shut for days
Crews working hard to re-open road but firms call for more permanent solution.
Economist gets positive vibes from Bay visit
KiwiBank "upbeat" about prospects for the economy of the Hawke's Bay region.
Rugby: Rough display from NBHS side
Hastings Boys High return to winning path with an away victory against Gisborne Boys.
'It's traumatising people': Tsunami of logging slash angers farmers
Tolaga Bay people have had enough of slash. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Watch Video: Choral festival in Napier 'huge success'
More than 800 students competed in Big Sing East Coast in Napier over past two days
Keep a brolly handy: Rain forecast for most of the weekend
It's wet and a bit chilly, so rug up and remember to pack a brolly this weekend
What to expect this weekend: Heavy rain on its way
We'll be spared worst of the extreme winds causing havoc in Australia, but it'll be wet.
Local Focus: Job losses not all bad
Gisborne redundancies good for some in a strong market. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Silver lining to sawmill job losses
Gisborne redundancies good for some in strong market. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Autumn temperatures shoot up to 32C
Temperatures have surged over 30C in Hawke's Bay.
Fine and sunny for Easter in Hawke's Bay
Easter weather expected to be fine and sunny around Hawke's Bay.
Live: Hola hits - Rain moves into Auckland, flights cancelled in north
Cyclone Hola set to lash parts of the country - but it won't be here long.
Building company collapses: Dozens of new homes unbuilt, 100 firms in lurch
Liquidators are still finding how much home-builder owes.
Local Focus: Is the Gisborne mayor off the rails?
Gisborne mayor Meng Foon faces criticism for championing non-rail projects. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Gisborne mayor off the rails?
Gisborne mayor Meng Foon faces criticism. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Hopes high for Gisborne rail to be back on track
Will the regional fund reopen East Coast rail? Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Bay leaders to attend growth fund launch
Council leaders flocking to launch of Government's regional growth fund.