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We’re open: Tourism boss trying to attract Kiwis back to Hawke’s Bay
New campaign seeks to convince domestic travellers not all of the Bay is buried in silt.
Wairarapa MP Kieran McAnulty talks rates, water reforms and investment in Tararua
Keiran McAnulty says he's been advocating quite strongly for support for Tararua.
Focus: Nearly $1 billion to be spent on flooding and cyclone recovery
PM Hipkins, Grant Robertson and an array of other ministers and local MPs announce plans to splash $941m in Budget 2023 to rebuild communities after various floods and Cyclone Gabrielle. Video / Warren Buckland
'The day we have been waiting for': Napier-Wairoa road re-opens
The reopening of the road at Putorino was an emotional time for the people of Wairoa.
Luxon claims lack of action in orchard cyclone recovery
“Not enough real action is happening in Hawke's Bay": National's leader is back again.
Claire Trevett: Labour’s hopes of Budget reset as National goes on the attack
Labour is hoping the Budget will revive its fortunes but National has other ideas.
Free Hawke’s Bay variety show aims to bring joy
A free variety show featuring Suzy Cato will tour Napier and Hastings later this month.
Gisborne mayor blasts land-use inquiry report critical of council, commissioners recommended
The report has brought an intense and swift reaction from Gisborne District Council.
Dry firewood being trucked into Bay
Cyclone Gabrielle has contributed to lack of dry firewood in Hawke's Bay.
Lavender farm a symbol of hope proof that community is still key
Lyonmark Estate continues to be helped by its incredible community.
'Just amazing': The gems bringing back some sparkle for flood victims
Deep in the silt, she found her treasures and "bawled". But how to clean them?
The slash report: Call for halt to production forestry in erosion zones
A report says there are just 5-10 years to "turn this environmental disaster around".
Bridging the gaps part of $800m cyclone bill
The Hastings district lost 16 bridges and more than 100kms of roads need to be rebuilt.
Disaster-fatigued? How to manage the mental impacts of storms
An expert explains the signs of disaster fatigue to watch out for after the latest storm.
The bridge that will connect Napier to Wairoa
Three months after Cyclone Gabrielle, a bridge to connect Hawke's Bay is almost ready.
‘Heightened anxiety’: The psychological impact of extreme weather
North Islanders were again on high alert this week.
‘Major setback’: Public appeal to help save rare kākābeak plant in Hawke’s Bay
Kākābeak numbers are steadily dwindling in the wild - the cyclone didn't help.
Kieran McAnulty hears concerns about communication in his new Hawke’s Bay recovery role
Hawke's Bay now has a third cyclone recovery minister leading the region's response.
Martin Williams: Can mānuka heal the land?
Opinion: Mānuka wouldn't just be a band-aid, but a whole new layer of skin.
The Gabrielle tree: Mānuka touted as Hawke's Bay looks for flood prevention
When Bola struck, the response was to plant pine. Would a different tree have been better?
Acting Auckland Mayor says council has learned from mistakes made during January floods
It's a case of keep calm and carry on, says Desley Simpson.
Napier to get permanent St John shuttle; volunteer drivers needed
The cyclone has only highlighted the struggle for those needing to get to Hastings.
Focus: Government to build bridge replacing State Highway 25A
The Government has committed to building a bridge to replace State Highway 25A after it was severely damaged during Cyclone Gabrielle and the Auckland Anniversary flooding. Video / NZ Herald
Fresh rain warnings issued for the Bay of Plenty and Coromandel
More wet weather on the way, plea to be prepared
Disasters hit Tower, insurance premiums will rise
Insurer's 9,000 claims to cost hundreds of millions.
Many truckloads of silt to move in Hawke's Bay's $266m clean-up
Moving and disposing of silt is the biggest job in the region.
Orchard waste burning now allowed in Hawke's Bay
The Hawke's Bay Regional Council has confirmed orchardists can burn certain vegetation.
Auckland Council cold on compensating private homeowners after floods, buy-outs mooted
Wayne Brown says central government needs to show leadership around storm-related compo.
Sporting stars set to rub shoulders at one of a kind fundraiser
Burgers, Beers and Brilliant Kiwi Sportspeople gather for a cyclone fundraiser.
Watch: Cyclone Gabrielle - Tough times continue three months on
Reminders of the devastating destruction caused by Cyclone Gabrielle are ever-present in rural areas of Hawke’s Bay three months on. Video / Neil Reid
Cyclone Gabrielle three months on: Flashbacks, paradise lost and long winter ahead
Deep feelings of heartbreak and loss remain three months on from Cyclone Gabrielle
Power returns to Hawke’s Bay: Unison network now fully restored, three months on
Another big step has been taken in the region's recovery from Cyclone Gabrielle.