'Hide point': Hastings alleyway closing due to anti-social, criminal activity
Alleyway provided offenders a link for 'decamping from police'.
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Splash Planet countdown begins as tickets go on sale
Splash Planet is ready to go for another summer of fun in Hawke's Bay.
Teen Tall Fern Pahlyss becomes an All Star
Pahlyss Hokianga, aged just 16, is the youngest to have played for the Tall Ferns.
The code at the counter: How a Hastings vape store sold cigarettes for $5
An undercover agent used the code, leading to a prosecution and thousands in fines.
Teskey Brothers to make Hawke's Bay debut with one-off Black Barn show
The Hawke's Bay summer is set to get a little more soulful.
How Covid-19 derailed NZ football golden boot contender’s pro trial in Denmark
Footballer Oscar Faulds travelled around the world to trial for a pro deal. Now he's back.
Two hospitalised after serious crash on SH2 in Hastings
A helicopter was requested to respond to the scene.
'Make a big difference': Meals on Wheels needs more volunteers in Hawke's Bay
'They’re full of stories, things from their past. It's a real buzz.'
Ōmarunui Landfill to accept 4000 tonnes of Wairoa's rubbish annually
'We’re very grateful because we found ourselves in a corner.'
Generation after generation – 90 years of Wattie's in Hawke's Bay celebrated
'Who else loves their job like this after 22 years?'
In pictures: Blossom Festival draws crowd of close to 10,000
The Blossom Parade has been enjoying a renaissance in recent years.
Hawke's Bay community rallies to send Napier students to space camp in Canterbury
Students impacted by Actura liquidation treated to trip to space camp in Christchurch.
Opinion: Penny Royal succeeds in twilight of career
Opinion: Penny Royal recorded her seventh win.
Students want swim platforms to make waves in community pools
'We’ll see what happens next year, it’s just been a rollercoaster.'
'Every day is cancer': Blair Tickner on his wife's fight, and what he and his team are doing to help
'She is doing well, but she doesn’t like me saying ‘well’, because every day is cancer.'
Patient strangles healthcare worker in hospital ward; investigation launched
Security staff intervened in a “timely manner”, Health NZ Te Whatu Ora says.
'Very sad': Hastings pool to remain shut for summer and likely never reopen
Frimley Pool will likely never reopen after serving the Hastings community for 57 years.
From mushroom factory to fabulous float: What to expect at this year's Hastings Blossom Festival
'I’ve always wanted to get involved, and this year is the perfect chance to do it.'
'Essential piece of the puzzle': Plant upgrade to boost asphalt production by 400%
“This expansion is transformative for our business, and for the region.'
Pride of the Bay: What National League spot means to homegrown Napier City Rovers powerhouse
Ahead of football's National League, one of Napier City Rovers' finest in 2024 opens up.
Max horsepower: Riders take to the streets for road safety
People took part in rides on the streets of Havelock North, Napier and CHB.
Decision on Frimley Pool's future to be revisited after pipe leaks discovered
The pool has been part of Hastings summers for decades, but more issues have been found.
'In the mood to buy again': Rise in house sales as interest rates drop
Buyers 'in the mood to buy again' in Hawke’s Bay.
'Overwhelming, but definitely in a good way': Special Hawke's Bay homecomings for Paris athletes
'I was a bit taken aback seeing all the little kids out there looking up to me.'
Large industrial building catches fire near Hastings, then cops a drenching
Flames and black smoke could be seen coming from inside the roof of the building.
'Part of the old network': Road damaged as Hastings water main bursts
Repairs are under way to return water to homes.
Editorial: Basing healthcare on need is right, but equity also needs urgent attention
OPINION: Inequities for Māori and Pasifika will not go away.
Watch: Man fuming after ute sandwiches his parked car, then drives off
Jonzy Brandt's insurance had just run out - now his car is likely written off.
Family appeal for more information after car rammed
A ute rams Jonzy Brandt's unoccupied car during a late-night hit and run in Hastings. Video / Supplied
'Blown away': Man buys wine bottles for $18,000 at auction, immediately gives them back
In a room of more than 300 wine enthusiasts, one man's act stood out on the night.
Cyclone-stricken pub named people's choice of best Hawke's Bay hospitality
A familiar name then claimed the supreme award in what is possibly its last year.
'I swung': The spider crawling down her windscreen that she couldn't catch
Ailsa Slui, 80, says she would be blind by now if she hadn't sought medical help.
$100,000 cancer fight: 'My 21yo was trying to get loans to keep his dad alive’
Givealittle set up to help fund terminally ill Jason Hooker's cancer treatment.
Ultimate underdogs: Small Hawke's Bay school leaves Aims Games unbeaten
'Our goal was to give our kids an experience, and to not lose too many games.'