Friends vow to keep murderer living 'in fear' behind bars
Ranapera Taumata killed his girlfriend. Her loved ones say he's a monster and a coward.
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Fresh artist images of Hastings' $18 million Foodeast project released
The unique project is nearing completion after building delays.
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New arrivals have turned a city into one of the cheapest fuel stops in the country.
Cold snap due to sweep into Hawke's Bay, bringing showers and then frosts
Spring feels a way off yet - a full week of frosts could be on the way for Hawke’s Bay.
Teen killer walks free after murder conviction quashed, manslaughter admitted
Hanara was 14 when he knifed a homeless man, who died of his injuries at the scene.
Buyout details agreed for Category 3 homes in Hawke’s Bay
Cost-sharing agreement marks milestone in buyout process.
Breakdown highlights Hawke's Bay road network issues
Authorities calling for respect from motorists in bridge reopening.
Napier Boys' High seek revenge in Hamilton
It's first XVs and representative rugby galore this weekend.
Do supermarkets need loos? Customer's frustration after vandalism closes Pak'nSave toilets
Andrew McDonald says public toilets should be compulsory at supermarkets.
Cyclone Gabrielle: $120m committed to Napier-Wairoa roadworks
The investment is in 'immediate works' stemming from cyclone damage.
‘Inspiring’ journey: How parents’ escape from war-ravaged country fires up footballer
Footballer's parents escaped war-torn Yugoslavia - now he's impressing in NZ
Rail transport between Napier and Hastings a possibility next month as temporary fix takes shape
Work is under way on the bridge at Waitangi, and it could open to trains next month.
Community meeting before Redclyffe Bridge reopening decision
It's almost six months since Cyclone Gabrielle blasted apart the Redlyffe Bridge.
'It’s for me and my boyfriend' burglar tells child after jumping out of window
At the age of 27, Rome Te Aho had a criminal record running for 17 pages.
Election 2023: Nats vow to make Hawke's Bay Expressway four lanes
National places high priority on the Expressway, Napier-Taupō and Napier-Wairoa roads.
Carvings from mid-1800s Ngāti Kahungunu wharenui showcased in exhibition
The taonga have been brought back together after they were scattered across the country.
Cyclone mystery: The missing man and the stolen car tyres
Five months has now passed since Joseph Ahuriri's disappearance during Cyclone Gabrielle
'Give us your money': Elderly women robbed at knifepoint of pokie winnings
Co-offender Jimi Haerewa was earlier sent to jail for his part in the hold-up.
Power of positivity: The bond that's strengthened National League football contenders
Positive vibes have bought positive results for National League football hopefuls.
'We were tipped off by police': Racecourse claims controversial meeting booked under false pretences
Man who booked the venue wanted it for a "preppers'" meeting, racecourse claims.
Project Domino ‘band-aid’ buys time for troubled Hawke’s Bay hospital
HB buys time for an ED that is overcrowded, and an ICU that is not fit for purpose.
Man charged after burglaries in Hastings
The man was arrested after being found inside a building on Thursday.
Hospice given $14m towards new site forced to abandon it due to cyclone
A new site for Cranford Hospice is "urgent" and $14m has already been committed to it.
Wāhine Māori tournament in Hastings to showcase cricket talent
Five teams will each play four T20 games at Cornwall Park on October 13-15.
'Clear case of exploitation': Woman lambasted for role in migrant worker rort
The group of Papua New Guinea residents were brought to NZ to work but were hardly paid.
Hastings fatality: Bystanders tried to resuscitate driver who suffered medical event
Bystanders did their best to help save the man following a crash in Hastings.
Road tripping: Latest Wellington roadie ‘crucial’ as Napier City Rovers eye National League spot
The qualification battle for football's National League heats up
'Just want to support them': Almost 100km of fencing donated to Hawke’s Bay farmers
A free event with plenty of giveaways is being staged in Hastings to help farmers.
Council email mistake shifts 10 landowners into cyclone red zone
Hastings council told Pākōwhai residents their land category had changed. It had not.
Capital punishment: Napier City Rovers take aim at Wellington rivals ahead of crucial road trips
Winning on the road against Wellington teams key for Napier City Rovers in league quest.
Michael Hill break-in a 'pointless exercise' as thieves come away with nothing
Overnight break-ins "a pointless exercise" when there's not even any jewellery available.
Gender goal: Inside the football club putting its female players first
A provincial-based football club is proudly putting its female players first
Ex-gang member who bashed rival avoids jail after rehab stint
'You are a different man now than you were then,' the judge told a man who bashed a rival.
Advocate for the environment and arts Arconnehi Paipper dies age 80
Well-known community advocate died on Tuesday.