There was a valuable political lesson for the Labour Party this week, writes Mike Williams.

Last week I had an impromptu visit to the Flaxmere Community Centre, and it was great to see the fantastic range of staff and work

Hawke's Bay has had continuous issues with water. The ones that are of most concern include the continued extraction of water via

The city of Napier has some great buildings and fine sporting facilities along with excellent cycle trails and a Marine Parade which

Let's dispel the biggest myth about the Ruataniwha dam scheme and hopefully stop the constant whining and carping once and for all:

Finding a park at Hawke's Bay Hospital is like winning the lottery some days. It's not much fun driving round and round in circles

Last week Prime Minister Bill English and I announced a $503 million initiative called Safer Communities that will increase police

Christmas is a joyous time because it brings home far-flung family. So it's a bonus joy when something brings them all home again

An overseas adventure is a rite of passage for many young people. School is out and it's time to find your way in the world. What

If I were to ask people of New Zealand what Te Tiriti o Waitangi/the Treaty of Waitangi means to them, there would be a mixed response

One always feels for the families of people who die in violent situations. When the victim initially clings to life before dying

Water is often labelled liquid gold. It may even be more valuable than gold if hot, dry summers become the norm. Perhaps we should

Just about everyone I talk to lately has either had something stolen from them or knows someone who has. Every day in the paper and

Rex Graham's attempt in the paper last week to show a more caring side of his character will not fool many. The rain, although welcome

While researching facts and figures for Saturday's Insight feature about the cruise ship industry and its overall tourism industry

The erosion of human rights currently occurring around the world is deeply concerning. Although I am certainly not an authority

Reporting in from Japan this week. The snow is fluffy, the ski fields are pristine and it is all very easy to believe that things

Prime Minister Bill English followed John Key's practice this week and made an early announcement of the 2017 Election Day. It will

Huzzah! We have a date! September 23 is Liberation Day, otherwise known as the general election when we finally - and, I hope, irrevocably

It seems like a day doesn't go by without more news reinforcing the dire state of our water. With the Government inquiry into the

Tribute bands are a dime a dozen in this neck of woods, so it's nice when a truly original music act or icon literally drops by our

The battle can begin now Prime Minister Bill English has announced this year's general election will be held on September 23. The

As hot summer weather continues to dry out the east coast we are again reminded how precious water is for the livelihood of our region

I write to express my deep concern in the manner of police practice in relation to several matters. The cells at Napier police station

Sleep - it's a funny old thing. Like food and water it's a necessity of life. I'm sure everyone reading this will know what's it's

A recent law change will see New Zealand farmers and growers able to access the latest technologies available on the global market

This weekend is the last chance to see The Family Jewels, an exhibition of art jewellery by Warwick Freeman. A renowned New Zealand

We are only a few weeks into 2017, but already it seems the phrase of the year might very well be the "F" one. Fake news. The phrase

I visited Hawke's Bay last week to see a sick relative who's part way through a pretty taxing chemotherapy programme. The treatment

It is a brave man who offers an alternative view to the current mainstream media and editorial comment both here and around the world