'It was beautiful:' 104-year-old wedding frock star of show
A celebration of Napier, fashion and love over the weekend.
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Last of the free summer wine: Why law change to allow wineries to charge for tastings is a 'good thing'
The law change means free tastings could become a thing of the past at many cellar doors.
'No brainer': Hawke's Bay councils exploring joint water services model
The talks pick up from previous joint work in 2019.
'Wintery feel': Cold snap set to hit Hawke's Bay after balmy weekend
Higher-than-average temperatures turn to rain for most of the rest of the working week.
One dark, rainy day in Takapau: How one of NZ's most iconic pieces of army uniform was born
The hat became known colloquially as the Lemon Squeezer because of its shape.
Man facing driving charges after Waipawa police chase and brief manhunt
A 39-year-old Hawke's Bay man was arrested after crashing his car fleeing from police.
A tough front rower at rugby, a dancer, man of the heart.
Norm Hewitt remembered in Hawke's Bay for the Magpies' 1993 win over the British Lions.
Young musician set his sights on the big stage and won gold
Gabriel Rodrigues returns from the Los Angeles competition with a golden reward.
Family thrived on adventures exploring Ormondville - From the MTG
Lawn tennis was popular among youngsters during summer
Temperature drops to -3.7C in rural Hawke’s Bay; coldest morning of winter
Heat pumps and fireplaces have been working overtime as temperatures fall below zero.
All-year-round vehicle ban closer at beach
A shortlist of options has been whittled down to a preferred option for the vehicle ban.
From giant switchboards to honey makers: Finalists named for Hawke's Bay Export Awards
Finalists include industries from honey making to fruit growers to manufacturers and tech.
‘I saw some terrible stuff’: Retired rural hero reflects on Cyclone Gabrielle
When the cyclone struck one retired farmer knew he had the skills to lend a hand.
Hawke’s Bay news in brief: Mahia locals' rescue pou from beach
Pou washed from bank saved from the sea in Mahia.
Road re-opens in Central Hawke’s Bay after vehicle hits pedestrian
A pedestrian has been hit by a vehicle near Waipawa.
‘Rapidly out of daylight’: Survival skills help save father and son trapped in bush
Duo were off the track and facing huge waterfalls: 'Fall over them and die kind of stuff'.
Waipawa’s new roundabout creating community conversations
Waipawa's new roundabout causing concern, mayor says it is a "no brainer".
'They were part way up the tree': Sheep surrounded by flood water lifted to safety
'I drove past and looked at them and thought ‘crap they are going to have to move’.'
Body found in Ōtāne, Central Hawke’s Bay
A member of the public has found a body at a rural location near the small town.
Schoolkids leave early, road closed as East Coast prepares for two-day deluge
Heavy rain is expected across the entire region for the next day and a half.
'Tense situation': Police officer allegedly assaulted during inquiries near Waipawa
At least five police cars were parked near a property near Waipawa.
Orange warning: Severe gales and heavy rain expected to lash the East Coast
Wind and heavy rain are set to lash Hawke's Bay starting Tuesday.
Ovarian cancer: Learn the symptoms and know the signs
'Ovarian cancer spreads like a spider web, so it’s a long time before you see it.'
‘My mum was a five-foot-nothing pocket rocket and I want to tell her story’
Winner of inaugural Rush Cottage Writers’ Residency wants to tell her mother's story.
Regional Council agrees to continue to fund tourism, cuts from elsewhere to reduce rates rise
Rates remissions will be available for some of the most impacted ratepayers.
‘Everybody as far as I know is still alive’: Champion Pōrangahau team reunites
'In the old days in first-class rugby, ladies weren’t allowed at the after-match...'
'Technically a write off': Renowned late artist's flood-hit home to become a creative project
The cyclone-ravaged building has been trucked out of the Waiohiki Creative Arts Village.
Purple patch after theft: Bay Blueberries bounces back with industry security advice
Events and workshops will attract growers, exporters and suppliers.
Keeping it Smedley: Trees grown on farm transformed into education facilities by cadets
The cadets built an education hub. Now their attention is focused on a six-stand woolshed.
Helicopter joins search for Hawke's Bay man missing for three months
'For him to be gone this long without accessing any money is very worrying for us.'
Hawke's Bay gets Faulty Towers dining experience - step inside a 70s restaurant filled with comedy
Three-course meals and five-star comedy will be on offer.
Footballers fall just short of glory at Seniors World Cup
'It was just amazing ... it is a feeling that you can’t buy.'
Sight for sore eyes and legs: Rescue chopper completes 150 missions in 150 days
A simple ride on his son’s new motorbike turned into a life-saving air extraction.