Ratepayers to fund Samoa trip for Hastings mayor and council CEO
A friendship agreement will be signed with the Samoan district of Falealili.
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Return or rebuild: The different paths Hawke’s Bay most flood-damaged schools are taking
It might take three years, but kids' laughter will ring out at Omahu School again.
From the MTG: Huia image donated in aid of flood recovery
Artist donates work to aid in the recovery efforts of her Ngāti Kahungunu iwi.
The cyclone, the $40,000 grants, and the mysterious people deciding who gets them
They were steamrolled by silt and rain. Now they're in a new fight - over grants.
‘That sense of loss’ - Eden Park fundraiser to help devastated cyclone-ravaged communities facilities
The Milford Foundation is fundraising for community clubs destroyed by Gabrielle
Interactive map shows bird's-eye view of flooding, silt damage in Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti
Map was created by Dragonfly Data Science in partnership with Social Wellbeing Agency.
Government funding “hard to get” for small business owners with disabilities
Small business owners living with disability have slammed a lack of support.
Kiri Allan speaks on Meka Whaitiri meeting; waka-jumping law not triggered
The bombshell news was confirmed by Meka Whaitiri this morning.
‘A huge job’: $133m announced for silt removal in Hawke’s Bay
The Government has announced a big package for the removal and disposal of cyclone silt.
'Profound' impact of storms leads to deluge of insurance claims
The cost of summer floods is still being tallied.
Cargo ship captain convicted for dangerous action during Gabrielle
Captain placed the vessel 'in unnecessary danger or risk'.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Observing the effect of silt on Hawke’s Bay’s seabed
Niwa has completed 3D mapping of Hawke's Bay's sea floor after Cyclone Gabrielle.
Cyclone-hit communities to wait longer for consultation on rebuild or red-zone future
It was hoped consultation would begin in early May but it appears that has been delayed.
Tangled up and blue: The wrecked caravan that symbolises Pakowhai’s flood pain
MP Anna Lorck says the caravan is a constant reminder of what people have to put up with.
Robertson reveals confirmed categories for future of cyclone-hit homes
Cyclone-hit residents are set to be consulted on the future of their homes this month.
Advocates share mental health message post Cyclone Gabrielle
Cyclone-hit communities face the loss of loved ones as mental health struggles mount.
The Bennetts overcame a cyclone. Now their challenge is navigating insurance
Minister Duncan Webb visits the region, promoting an insurance claims resolution service.
Possible bypass routes for SH1 at Brynderwyns, closed for weeks after summer floods
National won't say if it still plans to tunnel under the Brynderwyns.
Access issues and mental health toll persisting for cyclone-hit farmers
Farmers are dealing with kilometres of broken fencing which will be expensive to fix.
Opinion: Govt can’t keep skimping on rural mental health in cyclone recovery plan
Rural communities have persistently been delivered poorer mental health services.
'They looked after me': Willie Apiata gives back to the cyclone-impacted East Coast
The Victoria Cross recipient has raised $200,000 for cyclone-impacted families.
Joe Bennett: Far North road trip wasn't without challenges
We were into Northland proper and the Auckland money ran out.
No guarantee of healthy power consumers' cheque in 2023
It's the Bay's favourite early Xmas gift, but Gabrielle might impact electricity dividend.
Rates rise adds to post-cyclone pain for Napier residents, businesses
Napier groups are concerned by the prospect of a nearly 12 per cent rates hike.
Chief Ombudsman talks to cyclone-hit communities
Peter Boshier's tour continues in Tāmaki Makaurau next week.
Cyclone Gabrielle tax ruled out, student rent surge & talk show legend dies | Focus Morning Bulletin: 28 April, 2023
Cyclone recovery levy ruled out, the wait for answers over State Highway 25A drags on and TV host Jerry Springer dies aged 79 in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
Hawke’s Bay farmers, growers call for more help as Govt rules out cyclone recovery tax
PM Chris Hipkins rules out special tax to help cover ballooning cyclone recovery costs.
‘We’ll be fighting it’: Red-stickered residents dig in as cyclone decisions delayed
Some cyclone-impacted residents have no intention to leave their land.
Couple upping mortgage after cyclone-damaged property ineligible for Govt fund
The pair fear other lifestyle block owners will be in a similar predicament.
Waipatiki Holiday Park nears re-opening date
Months of back-breaking work will hopefully pay off for Shane and Fay Ashforth.
Mohaka dog trial relief in cyclone crisis
More than 100 dogs went through their runs at the Mohaka sheep dog trials.
Cyclone relief exhibition to support artistic community
A minimum of 10 per cent of proceeds will be donated to the Waiohiki Arts Community Trust.
Epic horse trek and motorbike ride helps open up Wairoa communities
Two local contractors living near the Wairoa District's lakes undertook an epic journey.
Flood-impacted Rissington holds Anzac service amid silt and debris
The community has 'had it pretty rough' but knows the importance of remembering Anzac Day.