New ZealandPedestrian hit by car and killed in Hawke's BayEmergency services were called to the scene at about 2am.21 Nov 04:51 PM
New ZealandNapier CBD manhole dislodged after more rain hits cityThunderstorm rattles nervous Napier, and Hastings.18 Nov 05:30 AM
New Zealand'Little compassion or empathy': Resthome resident left on ground after fallDamning report finds rest home resident was left on the ground for seven minutes.17 Nov 03:48 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Appetite for styleThe 2020 Edible Fashion Awards went down in style.15 Nov 02:55 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Recycling cardboard and plastic 3, 4, 6 and 7 becoming a problemChina's decision "one of the best things to happen". Made with funding from NZ On Air.13 Nov 05:19 PM
New ZealandIt'll be fine in Napier after the stormThere was 30cm of rain in three days - bring on the sunshine.10 Nov 11:16 PM
New ZealandMinister announces Mayoral Disaster Relief Fund of $100,000 for Napier familiesMinister of Emergency Management visits flood-hit Napier and announces mayoral fund.10 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Meet Chucky the cockatoo, refugee from Cornwall Park AviaryMonkeys are gone but large parrots remain at aviary. Made with funding from NZ On Air.08 Nov 05:30 PM
New ZealandHamilton and Whanganui tie for most beautiful cityThe judges couldn't decide - so they split the category to a large and a small award.29 Oct 09:08 AM
New ZealandTarawera crash: Hopes of NZ dream die with dad of fiveFather of five Tino Tagiilima died when the van he was in crashed with a truck on SH5.26 Oct 06:55 PM
New ZealandSummer in spring: The heat is on for parts of New ZealandTemperatures will be up to 12C above average in places - but don't get too comfortable.24 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandTeenage driver fighting for his life after workmate dies in SH5 crashThe driver of a van involved in a deadly crash on SH5 is still fighting for his life.21 Oct 12:45 AM
New ZealandElection 2020: Our diverse 40 new MPsWho are they? They include our first African, Latin American and Sri Lankan MPs.18 Oct 04:45 AM
New ZealandPedestrian dies after being hit on a motorway in HastingsA pedestrian has died in Hastings, after being hit on a motorway.17 Oct 06:23 PM
New ZealandHigh-profile Nat MPs Brownlee, Smith, Bishop set to lose seatsUp to 20 seats could change hands tonight, most - but not all - to Labour.17 Oct 07:23 AM
New ZealandCommunities split over free school lunchesFull list: Which schools will get free school lunches?11 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFree school lunches: North Island (except Wellington)Full list: North Island schools getting free school lunches (except Wellington).11 Oct 04:00 PM
TravelWhere to eat, drink and sleep in NapierTry the classics and discover some hidden gems in the art deco capital of the world.10 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentThe wacky side of Hastings uncovered for Fringe in the 'StingsEvents include an accordion player singing in Klingon.07 Oct 09:06 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Finding the best version of yourself is a huge first stepMany women just need "a place that believes in them". Made with funding from NZ On Air.06 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe return of spring: Temperatures could soar to 12C above average tomorrowTime to put on the summer sheets - overnight temperatures could be much warmer than usual.02 Oct 06:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'The water was over my head really quickly': Hawke's Bay's heroes, and their incredible tales of braveryThree bravery medal recipients put their own lives at risk, to save others.02 Oct 03:47 AM
New ZealandCentral Hawke's Bay farmer's death: 'We are just so sad at the tragic loss''Police pass on our deepest sympathies to his family and friends.'30 Sep 02:17 AM
New ZealandYour weather: Flurry of severe weather warnings as snow hits the southA rapidly deepening low has hit with heavy rain, gales, snow - and cold temperatures.27 Sep 06:16 AM
New ZealandStormy Sunday: Gales, heavy rain, 1350 lightning strikes, harbour bridge could closeAuthorities are taking no chances with Auckland Harbour Bridge as gales threaten.26 Sep 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Severe weather': Antarctic blast set to hit on weekendSnow and cold winds will make travelling difficult and stress livestock.24 Sep 10:49 PM
New ZealandSchool principals split on legalising cannabisPrincipals' leader stirs up a storm by advocating cannabis legalisation.22 Sep 05:27 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'It would have definitely taken my head off': Bike rider hits wire strung across trackBike rider hits wire and narrowly avoids decapitation.20 Sep 03:05 AM
New ZealandFlaxmere Village Shopping Centre still unsoldA number of tenders were received but were not at a level that the vendor would accept.17 Sep 03:28 AM
EnvironmentPollution progress: Napier, Hastings air quality finally meeting national standardsBoth Napier and Hastings met their national air quality targets for the year.16 Sep 11:52 PM
New ZealandBay events tweaked as PM extends level 2 by a weekThe wait for a full crowd for big events in the region has been extended.14 Sep 03:57 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLife on Stortford Lodge's streets: Intimidation, arrests and fed up shop ownersThe blow-up that resulted in arrests had been brewing. Even the 'friendly' man is wary.11 Sep 04:58 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'I know too many people who stop working and die': Meat worker turns 80 on factory floor'You wouldn't recognise the building at all from when I started.'10 Sep 02:39 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGovernment gives $1m to Hawke's Bay trust for meth harm programmeThe Black Power life member who runs the trust sees an opportunity for Hawke's Bay.07 Sep 11:59 PM