Tararua news
Anzac Day commemorations: Your guide to the services planned for Hawke's Bay
More than 30 Anzac Day services will be held across Hawke’s Bay this Friday.
'Each one had their own story': Author explores WWII experiences
'Don’t know what you don’t know until you go digging': Dannevirke man's historic journey.
‘What is there to lose?’ Couple take over one of North Island’s most remote pubs
Five families from the area purchased the pub in 2024 so the community wouldn’t lose it.
In search of a new home: The creepy crawlies moving south from Auckland
Huntsman spiders are not the only insects establishing themselves in new parts of NZ.
Mayor encourages public protest at Napier Health Centre over overnight health care
Over 100 signed a health services 'Buller Declaration', and the mayor urged them to rally.
'Iconic': The big plan for one of NZ's oldest rātā trees
A conservation project the size of 88 rugby fields will surround it.
Picky eating is in the genes - so how do you know if your child is a 'problem feeder'?
Rose Bertram knows exactly what it is like to clash with a picky eater at meal times.
One person dies in serious highway crash that closed Saddle Rd between Ashhurst and Woodville
One person has died after a crash that closed the Saddle Rd.
Rural news
'I felt no fear at all': WWII veteran recalls thrilling naval battles
Ken Gordon was a 17-year-old Seaman Boy on HMNZS Gambia during WWII.
Why demand for cottage cheese 'is going nuts'
Fonterra has noticed the high-protein, low-calorie dairy food's popularity is on the up.
Whanganui's SH3 retains lower speed limit with public support
Another section of SH3 is now open for public consultation on its 50km/h speed limit.
Car news and advice
Mercedes-Benz confirms steer-by-wire for production by 2026
System eliminates traditional mechanical link between steering wheel and front axle.
Haval H6 GT Ultra PHEV review: frugal and ferocious
One minute you're driving an eco-car, next you're doing 0-100km/h in 4.9sec.
BMW Vision Neue Klasse shows off drift-ready EV tech
Concept shows how future-focused EV architecture can still deliver classic RWD theatrics.
More local news
Claim part-timers won’t solve Hawke’s Bay’s problems
A departing councillor says amalgamation to create fulltimers could fix the issues.
The history behind Makotuku’s restored gates and their significance
The restored gates in Makotuku honor the history of the village's former church.
The cowboy challenge: From Yellowstone to Dannevirke
Popular series has helped to create a buzz for this weekend's event.
‘In the right area’: Mayor says new Dannevirke mill is compliant after seven noise complaints
'It’s a new business and they have invested heavily and it’s in the right area.'
‘I’m unbelievably happy’: Scott’s stellar FEI World Cup qualifying win
Julie Davey of Hawke’s Bay edged by a stunning run from Sophie Scott in Dannevirke.
Hawke’s Bay clubs shine at North Island Colgate Games in Hastings
Hastings games hailed success with over 1000 young athletes competing, even more watching.