Watch: Spine-chilling haka farewell for principal who lost battle with throat cancer
Rob Sturch's "final prizegiving" ended with a powerful haka.
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Grab yourself some unique gifts from local crafters
People always have a good chuckle at the saying on the signs.
'Marathon, not a sprint': Kahungunu wants mobilisation against Government policies
Almost 300 people turned up to hear a rallying cry for a protest 'marathon'.
Seven years' jail for methed-up driver who killed a dad in high-speed crash
Drugs and a loaded pistol were found in Brydon Boyce's unregistered, unwarranted car.
Wires live after crash into power pole near Hastings
The car hit a pole in Raupare Rd, off Omahu Rd, Hastings.
Mystery substance on Hawke's Bay beach prompts warning after dogs fall sick
The public are warned not to swim at Haumoana Beach and to keep their dogs out of water.
Hastings Boys’ headmaster to be farewelled at his school on Wednesday
School announces funeral details for "beloved headmaster, leader, boss, peer and friend".
'It’s the biggest month-on-month increase in almost two years'
Hastings' asking prices skyrocket by seven per cent.
Two motorists caught more than three times the legal limit
'Incredibly disappointing': Operation snares eight drivers over the limit.
'You've seen the best of me': Judge hangs up robe after 11 years
The Hamilton District Court Judge retired, bringing a legal career of 30 years to a close.
Jarrod Gilbert: 'An eye-opener' - evidence-based policing models a 'win for NZ'
OPINION: New scientific, evidence-led policing makes communities safer.
Flaxmere College rebuild now officially open
The kura celebrates the new dedicated and shared learning spaces.
'We aren’t quite out of the woods yet' - Slip warnings in Hawke's Bay after deluge
Roads have been cut-off and communities isolated in Wairoa following the downpours.
Crash updates: One dead after second weekend crash near Dannevirke
One person has died in a second serious crash in the area in less than 12 hours.
Power List: Who owns Mitre 10 stores throughout New Zealand?
Structure of this shy 49-year-old giant a quietly brilliant story of co-operative success.
Plans for beachfront highway roundabout south of Napier
Road widening work will take place ahead of building the new Awatoto roundabout.
Goals set for Napier City Rovers after whistle blown on 2023
Squad depth is a work-on for next year as Napier City Rovers sign off on 2023.
What’s with the Hastings sheep? Artworks explained in new guide
How do you build a giant steel cherry blossom? And what’s with those sheep?
Plugging the gaps on Hawke's Bay's cyclone-damaged Redclyffe Bridge
The Redclyffe Bridge remains open as cracks are being sealed in the old structure.
Heavy rain warning for ranges of Hawke's Bay
Heavy rain is expected to fall over 24 hours, with 150mm in the ranges.
Flash Planet? Revamped Hastings icon Splash Planet to open on Monday
A fair bit of water will greet guests of Splash Planet on Monday.
Council weighs subdivision rule change to help cyclone-hit homeowners
Council exploring options for people to live in existing community.
Hastings council strategy cuts number in emergency housing by 77 per cent
Housing puzzle pieced together after four years.
Which National League football clubs are pushing young Kiwi talent the most?
Revealed: Which National League clubs give teenage footballers the most and least time.
'I'm not going down for this': Teen protests his arrest for murder of a camper
Adrian Humphreys was fatally stabbed through his sleeping bag while camping.
C.R. Avery: Prepare for a storm on stage
He has relentlessly toured the world for the last 26 years.
'Simply a favour': Drug dealer gets extra time for arranging meth delivery to jail
His lawyer says it was for another prisoner and the deal was not for profit.
Hastings-trained winner to be transferred to Aussie stable
A roundup of the week's racing.
Hawke’s Bay couple who found $70,000 on the ground hand it in to police
Police were stunned at the couple's honesty.
Football: Family bragging rights up for grabs in National League showdown
Napier City Rovers captain faces brother and brother-in-law in Saturday showdown.
Rāhui placed after triathlon death to be lifted today
Respects have been paid after a swimmer died off Napier on Saturday.
Down syndrome hasn’t stopped Maui Oliver from achieving his taekwondo dreams
Black belt and NZ representative takes on new role as instructor.
Mongrel Mob 'captain' jailed for KFC attack on rival has sentence overturned, to be retried
Vinnie Herewini attacked a Black Power member with a golf club and took his gang insignia.