'More important than a gold medal’: The final straw that ended elite cyclist's career at 27
'It’s not exactly how you want to go out, but I’m pretty content and proud.'
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Private donation enables the digital archive to continue for three months.
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He stood on the 15th tee at two-over-par for the day and seemingly out of contention.
Two dead after serious crash south of Hastings, third person critically injured
A woman in her 70s was transferred to Wellington and remains in ICU with serious injuries.
The CHB 15-year-old trying to replicate poet Keats
Georgia Abraham is storming the literary world from the tiny town of Tikokino.
New fluoridation plant for Dannevirke by the end of August
Dannevirke to get a fluoridation plant by end of August.
The Hits Hawke's Bay co-hosts discuss their scooter challenge
Adam Green and Megan Banks were elated after their epic scooter journey.
Return of Makotuku's Black Dog Tavern
A local fencer has reopened the local venue for the community.
Severe gales on the way for parts of Hawke’s Bay
Some strong winds could be on their way to start next week.
Why 215 scooter riders are taking a trip from Napier to Wellington
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Council adopts rates shake-up despite almost 90% opposition from submitters
Councillor apologises to the public saying the consultation process had 'failed'.
Plan scaled back for Waipawa main street upgrades amid Govt review
A major upgrade to Waipawa's main street has now been significantly altered.
Regional council forgives $250k in fees for those trying to revive Ruataniwha Dam
The contentious decision to cancel the debt hasn't gone down well with everyone.
Beach residents call for visitor ban as concerns for damaged bridge grow
'If no one does as the signs say, one day that bridge will go and no-one will get in.'
'Run by the women of NZ': Handbag appeal in Grace Millane's memory calls on local community
The campaign looks to help abused women in memory of the murdered tourist.
'The happiness of meeting again': Dannevirke High School reunion set to reunite old friends
Dannevirke High School alumni to descend for reunion.
'Unwavering dedication': Cyclone volunteers finalists for Community of the Year
Were you one of the thousands who helped out during Cyclone Gabrielle?
'It’s the history of Hawke’s Bay': Knowledge Bank faces stormy financial forecast
Two Knowledge Bank board members have resigned amid financial concerns.
'Drying out rapidly': Hawke's Bay and Tararua fire restrictions in place as temperatures soar
“Rapidly" drying region has some unique firefighting challenges after the cyclone.
Woodville to boil water for days after possum found in treatment tank
Three consecutive days of clear testing are needed before the notice can be lifted.
'People make mistakes': Plea for drivers to slow down after 9 crash deaths in 9 weeks
There are many factors behind a spike in fatalities, police say.
'It’s gone from zero to 100': Family pie store a hit in small town
From farmers' markets to owning an Ōtāne attraction.
'The aroha, the manaaki, and the wairua': Thousands turn out to commemorate Cyclone Gabrielle in Hawke's Bay
Emotions and community spirit were strong as people from all over came together.
Jan Preston next talented performer at Small Hall Sessions
Preston formed Coup D’Etat which had a hit single with Dr I Like Your Medicine.
Small household item almost sparks disaster at Dannevirke Transfer Station
A common household item almost spelt disaster at the dump.
Hawke's Bay: Where can you commemorate Cyclone Gabrielle's anniversary
Here's where you can go to unite and show support a year on from the disaster.
'They just swerved around': The whistler who saved a herd of swimming cows
'I was calling them out of sheer panic. They started coming towards my voice.'
More rugged than posh - playing polo the Kiwi way
Summer at a sports ground in Central Hawke's Bay means the thud of hooves.
Firefighters prepare to tackle Sky Tower challenge in honour of friend
The Dannevirke fire crew fundraiser gains new members keen to take on the challenge.
Hawke’s Bay in brief: 12 hour DJ set to promote good mental health
DJ Sneeky will play an epic 12-hour set at Live like a Lotus event in Hastings.
At least 50 lambs dead after van and stock truck crash, overturning trailer
The angle of the overturned trailer meant deaths were inevitable, company says.
‘Bat central’: Critically endangered mammals found in Central Hawke’s Bay
Colony of flying mammals found in farm-shed roof in Central Hawke's Bay.
Serious injury, road closed after stock-truck trailer overturns near Waipawa
Motorist hurt after stock-truck crash.
Eight moves in a year: Family of four's life packed into one basket
'We had already used up plan A and we were in plan B and we didn’t have a plan C.'