New ZealandMurder accused claims cyclist threw first punch: 'We never intended for him to die'Isaiah Buchanan says those involved in fatal fight exchanged handshakes afterwards.25 May 07:00 PM
RacingNelson and McDougal shine with double victory at Te RapaTaika secured a win in the Jones Trucking Hurdle, marking his fourth hurdle victory.24 May 10:59 PM
New ZealandArrested man claims police beat him, then released him to walk 20km back to NapierCops say John Heremaia “actively and violently” resisted arrest, and assaulted an officer.23 May 02:13 AM
New ZealandBay of Plenty traffic expert defends te reo signsThe te reo signs use red for 'Stop' and green for 'Go'.23 May 02:00 AM
New Zealand'Do the right thing': Mother's plea for justice in son's stabbingHeartbreak continues for Kaea Karauria's family as teen's killer remains free.23 May 12:57 AM
New ZealandStaffing costs at Hawke’s Bay councils - are they reasonable?Economist Brad Olsen says there's a tendency to “vilify” the spending. 22 May 11:05 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Plumbing apprentice's 100km charity run for mental healthMaggie Higgins is running 100km to raise funds for suicide prevention.22 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘Not telling us the truth’: Investigation into slaying of Napier teen outside party being hampered'We know who is not telling us the truth. They need to reconsider what they have told us.'22 May 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Frankly stupid': Police say issues 'ongoing' after 8-year-old hit by dirt bikePolice have received some footage of an 8-year-old boy being struck in Flaxmere.22 May 05:26 AM
New ZealandBudget: Hawke's Bay and Gisborne get $219m to fix Cyclone Gabrielle-hit roadsThe Government has announced a $219 million boost for Cyclone Gabrielle recovery.22 May 04:09 AM
New ZealandThree cups full as Hawke's Bay racing returns – in WaipukurauThe return of racing to Hawke's Bay is expected to be a big boost for Waipukurau.22 May 03:12 AM
New Zealand'Rewarding journey': Long-serving Hastings councillor steps downHastings councillor Malcolm Dixon retires after 12 years to spend more time with family.22 May 02:28 AM
New Zealand'Most significant thing I'll ever do': The photo sessions capturing memories for bereaved familiesWhen Jackie Lowry is called to Hawke's Bay Hospital she knows it won't be a normal shoot.21 May 06:00 PM
RacingCentral Districts get vote of confidence from racing bossesKey questions answered over immediate future of crucial Central Districts racetracks21 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandRacing: No Hastings spring carnival until 2026, Waipukurau revival announcedRacing in Hastings was shut down suddenly during the 2024 Spring Carnival.21 May 07:00 AM
New ZealandDead against it? Freedom camping at cemeteries set for a crackdownFreedom campers seeking a dead quiet sleep may have to look elsewhere.20 May 11:34 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWinners and losers: Panel recommends new Hawke's Bay housing projects, casts others asideHousing growth is a hot topic around Napier-Hastings. An independent panel has weighed in.20 May 06:25 PM
New ZealandFamily want answers from men who left a hitchhiker to die alone, trapped in crashed carPolice never charged anyone after Hemi Rapaea's death on SH2, south of Hastings, in 2016.20 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhen StarJam fell silent, Hawke's Bay found its voiceHB Jammers now host about 60 participants and plan to expand to Flaxmere.20 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'A bloody beating': Police find victim unsteady on his feet at scene of fatal attack Javon Aranui was rushed to hospital in an ambulance but died the next day.20 May 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Tragic loss': Talented teen rugby player killed in crash mourned'Rhys was a skilled sportsman and an exceptional young individual.'20 May 04:27 AM
New ZealandTeen charged with assault with weapon after bottles thrown at cycle race from uteThe black ute has also been seized and police are aiming to speak to the driver.20 May 01:49 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay Civil Defence appoints new bossThe ex-Taranaki Civil Defence group manager says there are a lot of changes to be made.19 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandFatally injured man lived long enough to tell police he was 'jumped'Two people are on trial for Javon Aranui's murder in Hastings in 2023.19 May 06:00 AM
New Zealand76-year-old completes Hawke’s Bay Marathon, nears 200th race milestone'Crossing the line is the ultimate achievement - finishing is winning.'19 May 04:31 AM
New ZealandNapier: Group with weapons smashed vehicle as person inside called policeThe alleged offenders fled the scene in another vehicle.19 May 03:05 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool Rugby'A superstar in the making': The First XV star carving up in Moascar CupNathan Stephens, a Year 13 student, impressed with a stunning fullback performance.19 May 01:00 AM
New ZealandNine dead in six weeks in Hawke's Bay, grim road milestone loomsTwo people died in separate crashes on Kopu Rd and Racecourse Rd.18 May 10:29 PM
New ZealandHow NZ beaches inspired UK author's debut novelClaire Frances visited the Bay of Plenty in 2003, camping on Omanu Beach.18 May 12:00 AM
Kahu'My bones are cracking': Boy's trauma as bike crash sparks huntPolice are seeking information about the motorbike involved in the collision.17 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandNapier homicide: Gang connection rumours 'damaging' and untrue - policeTeen homicide victim Kaea Karauria will be laid to rest next to his beloved Papa.16 May 09:31 PM
New Zealand'Life or death': $900 surgery needed for blind rescue kittenHastings miracle kitten survives alone and blind, before SPCA intervention.16 May 07:00 PM
New ZealandMeet the first husband and wife to represent NZ at world 8-ball champsThe couple are seeking sponsors to help cover the $8000 per person cost.16 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Hawke's Bay winery turns noble rot into sweet wine successAskerne Wines has used Botrytis on semillon grapes since 1999.16 May 06:00 PM
