Racing: No Hastings spring carnival until 2026, Waipukurau revival announced
Racing in Hastings was shut down suddenly during the 2024 Spring Carnival.
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Dead against it? Freedom camping at cemeteries set for a crackdown
Freedom campers seeking a dead quiet sleep may have to look elsewhere.
Winners and losers: Panel recommends new Hawke's Bay housing projects, casts others aside
Housing growth is a hot topic around Napier-Hastings. An independent panel has weighed in.
Family want answers from men who left a hitchhiker to die alone, trapped in crashed car
Police never charged anyone after Hemi Rapaea's death on SH2, south of Hastings, in 2016.
When StarJam fell silent, Hawke's Bay found its voice
HB Jammers now host about 60 participants and plan to expand to Flaxmere.
'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.
'Tragic loss': Talented teen rugby player killed in crash mourned
'Rhys was a skilled sportsman and an exceptional young individual.'
Teen charged with assault with weapon after bottles thrown at cycle race from ute
The black ute has also been seized and police are aiming to speak to the driver.
Hawke’s Bay Civil Defence appoints new boss
The ex-Taranaki Civil Defence group manager says there are a lot of changes to be made.
Fatally 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.
76-year-old completes Hawke’s Bay Marathon, nears 200th race milestone
'Crossing the line is the ultimate achievement - finishing is winning.'
Napier: Group with weapons smashed vehicle as person inside called police
The alleged offenders fled the scene in another vehicle.
'A superstar in the making': The First XV star carving up in Moascar Cup
Nathan Stephens, a Year 13 student, impressed with a stunning fullback performance.
Nine dead in six weeks in Hawke's Bay, grim road milestone looms
Two people died in separate crashes on Kopu Rd and Racecourse Rd.
How NZ beaches inspired UK author's debut novel
Claire Frances visited the Bay of Plenty in 2003, camping on Omanu Beach.
'My bones are cracking': Boy's trauma as bike crash sparks hunt
Police are seeking information about the motorbike involved in the collision.
Napier homicide: Gang connection rumours 'damaging' and untrue - police
Teen homicide victim Kaea Karauria will be laid to rest next to his beloved Papa.
'Life or death': $900 surgery needed for blind rescue kitten
Hastings miracle kitten survives alone and blind, before SPCA intervention.
Meet the first husband and wife to represent NZ at world 8-ball champs
The couple are seeking sponsors to help cover the $8000 per person cost.
On The Up: Hawke's Bay winery turns noble rot into sweet wine success
Askerne Wines has used Botrytis on semillon grapes since 1999.
'Expect a wild ride': Circus cabaret arrives in Kerikeri
Haus of Yolo is an unforgettable night out.
'Flaxmere's time': 150 social homes planned for Hawke's Bay
Hawke’s Bay was chosen due to high emergency housing needs and waitlists.
'Common-sense victory': Schools win battle to retain top rugby team
NZR scrapped plans for an U-18 team after negotiations with schools.
Cancer test delayed for over a year — now his business is gone
A test that should have been done in 45 days instead took more than 365.
'I'll just carry on': 94-year-old's inspiring marathon journey
Nearly 8000 participants are expected for this weekend's Hawke’s Bay Marathon.
On the Up: Bus driver dismayed at seeing cold kids on roadside builds them a shelter
His bus, known as the 'music bus', features daily singalongs and games.
Autumn house fires spark safety warnings ahead of winter
A Flaxmere house fire was caused by residual heat in folded tumbled-dried clothing.
Vandal chops down nīkau tree at heart of public picnic artwork in Haumoana
Artist Josh Lancaster designed the table as a place for nature and humanity to co-exist.
'It's extreme': Water rates hike sparks anger in Hawke's Bay
Mayor Walker says the rate hike is due to past underinvestment and growing regulations.
'Shaken': Worker threatened with weapon as two bottle stores robbed
The first robbery was in Napier about 5.10pm, the second soon afterwards in Hastings.
Property resellers pocket $280k average profit despite market dip
The median profit gain in Auckland for house resales was $356,000.
'Unique opportunity': $2.5m development for inner-city living in Hastings
The project includes housing, commercial spaces, and a public car park.
On the Up: The Kiwi athlete starring in US academia - and on the track
A near-four-minute miler and a GPA of 3.95 - Karsen Vesty is thriving in Boston.
Occupants escape house fire in Hastings, two taken to hospital
Firefighters are battling a house fire in the Hastings suburb of Flaxmere.