'Pervasive deficits': Oranga Tamariki's practice under the microscope in baby's death
Oranga Tamariki staff incorrectly handled concerns reported to them, a coroner found.
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World triathlon stars to go a second round in Napier
Napier will host the first leg of the 2025 World Cup triathlon series.
The fishing rods and the church organ: Finding treasure at Napier's community recycling day
Recycling raises funds for grants, benefiting projects like murals and community gardens.
'I saw this like light anomaly go past me': Napier's ghost hunters still searching for proof
If there's something strange in your neighbourhood, who you gonna call?
Yummy Fruit Company turns 50 amid cyclone recovery
John Paynter reflects on 50 years, noting 'I wouldn’t have changed too much'.
Meteorologist says Hawke’s Bay is the place to be this weekend
As the A&P show wraps up attention turns to the rest of the long weekend.
Dannevirke’s Luke Kemeys: Reaching your savings goal in 3 steps
'It’s the lifeblood, money is involved in everything we do'.
Missing Hawke's Bay man found safe
Lawrence Houia, 21, was last seen in Napier on Thursday afternoon.
Ravensdown secures safety of chimney stacks after fire
The landmark red and white chimneys at Awatoto caught fire during demolition.
Show stunner in Hawke’s Bay: A&P Society's new format kicks off with sunny skies and big crowds
Wear sunscreen, a hat and take water, organisers advise the thousands.
'Reckless': Boat with man and two kids aboard crossed path of 51,000 tonne container ship
Man charged after recreational boat moved into lane of 294-metres long ship entering port.
Corporal and the koro who served in both world wars
Service in the Army has opened more doors than ever expected for Corporal Paddy Whare.
Rovers united: Bonding on and off the field
'Super-tight' team spirit includes eight footballers living in the same complex.
Terrified woman jumped naked from upper-storey window to escape brutal attack
Part of the ordeal, carried out by other women, was filmed and posted on social media.
Saddle up, rodeo is coming back to the Bay
Start planning your cowboy outfits as the national circuit rodeo makes it back to the bay.
Plans for 1000-plus homes on reclaimed Napier farmland cause concern
The proposal includes over 1000 new homes on reclaimed farmland near Hawke's Bay Airport.
'He has lost his profession': Former doctor faces reality of anti-vaccine stance
Judge: Eye surgeon could have stopped practising but chose to try to bend the rules.
Captain’s Corner play area takes off at Hawke's Bay Airport
New playroom at the airport will give children something to do while waiting for flights.
Freestyle motocross debuts at show amid 27C heat
Fan favourites and high temperatures for the town meets country fun.
'Excitement got the better of us': Meridian pulls billboard after town spelling gaffe
Unfortunately for Meridian, Waipukurau only has two ‘As’, not four.
Almost 500 runs scored on 'absolute greentop' as season starts
'You can probably see and hear from what I'm saying that I'm bloody stoked.'
Family forced to tear out cherry orchard after cyclone and rain
The Findlays have been selling their cherries from a shed near Napier for 16 years.
Hawke’s Bay Winemakers and Homebrewers Club wins 46 medals at Central NZ competition
Hawke's Bay home brewers and winemakers celebrate more than 40 years as a club.
Christmas concert clash: Free Hawke's Bay shows on same day in different cities
Hawke's Bay will be spoiled for choice when it comes to 80s and 90s music.
Paralympian Peter Cowan returns to IronMāori after adversity
Cowan was hit by a car when training for the popular triathlon event.
Fatal distraction: The Snapchatting truckie's countdown to tragedy
Caleb Baker was killed after distracted truck driver Sarah Schmidt ploughed into him.
Our great pāua problem: When one dive spot gets a ban, another gets 'hammered'
Should rāhui become more widespread as ocean warming and overfishing hit home?
'Out there somewhere': Napier man offers $500,000 for lost lighthouse lens
Napier man offers eye-watering reward to find NZ's lost maritime treasures.
Art Deco Festival returns for 2025 with new events and a communal singalong
'We’re incredibly proud to host such a diverse array of events.'
Busy November at CAN as the gallery celebrates its 10 birthday
Creative Arts Napier is ready for a busy November as it celebrates 10 years.
'Doesn’t change who I am': League legend Kevin Tamati's dementia fight
'Many of my peers don’t know about my dementia diagnosis; there’s still a lot of stigma.'
Napier Council gets city ready for big 150 birthday bash
Napier City Council busy as they gear up for 150 year celebration.
Little lines company that could: Business with seven staff takes on industry giants
'It is a really good experience, you learn some really good skills.'