New Zealand‘Bloody crucified’: Parents of toddler lost in Cyclone Gabrielle angry at flawed warning system'Someone just had to push a button once and we would still have our baby girl.'23 Apr 08:20 AM
New Zealand'Big deal for rural NZ': More than year after flood, country’s largest wool cleaning plant re-opens near NapierSeventy sparkies helped get the factory re-opened at the height of the rebuild.23 Apr 05:30 AM
New Zealand'Best practice': Hastings mayor stands by noise restrictions after closure of bar's outdoor stageThe 50-decibel limit has been called into question, but similar policies exist around NZ.23 Apr 03:42 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay's 'Captain Tom' to tackle 100km in 100th year'Hammie' not afraid of stepping out for the cause.22 Apr 11:30 PM
New ZealandMagnitude 4.6 earthquake south of TaupōDid you feel the earthquake this morning?22 Apr 10:12 PM
New Zealand'Abandoned' during a cyclone: NZ needs to develop new warning system for disasters, inquiry finds'The sense that warnings were insufficient has undermined public confidence.'22 Apr 09:07 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe data debate: Have children’s teeth really improved in a city where fluoride was removed?An expert says an anti-fluoride campaigner's use of Health NZ stats is 'misleading'.22 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandMore than 30 Anzac Day services in Hawke's BayThe day starts with dawn parades and continues with civic and church services.22 Apr 04:00 AM
New Zealand'It is no more': Outdoor music venue mothballed after noise complaint from new hotelThe hotel doesn't want the stage to be shut but the bar owner says he now has no choice.22 Apr 01:49 AM
New ZealandHalf of cyclone-wrecked Hawke's Bay properties now bought out or close to itAcross Hastings and Napier, 167 properties are in Category 3 and eligible for a buyout.21 Apr 11:05 PM
New ZealandRainy day at Ōtātara but Joe Walsh ain't going nowhere else - he loves it hereEagles musician Joe Walsh returned to Ōtātara where an epiphany change his life.21 Apr 05:19 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLoss of Hawke's Bay Tourism funding would be a 'disaster': Black Barn co-owner Kim ThorpKim Thorp says the region struggled to promote itself before Hawke's Bay Tourism.21 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandHawks stumble against Rams in NBL - next up are the SaintsThe Hawks taking lessons from a 20-point defeat.21 Apr 01:45 AM
New ZealandThree teams remain unbeaten in HB premier club rugbyHavelock North is making its way back after a few tough years.21 Apr 12:04 AM
New ZealandTalking point: Communities at the heart of restoring trustOPINION: National social cohesion approaches seldom work. Local efforts are vital.20 Apr 11:48 PM
New ZealandRam raid at supermarket in Haumoana, coastal Hawke's BayGlass was left smashed on the ground outside after cigarettes and lighters were taken.20 Apr 12:10 AM
New ZealandHow one victim tracked down a burglar on a crime spreeA set of keys with a GPS fob attached was one of the items Layna Brown stole.19 Apr 10:00 PM
New Zealand‘I don’t feel alone anymore’: A migrant woman's journey with Women’s Refuge*Cushla knew she couldn't continue to live her new life in fear.19 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand$70M flood plan: 627 Wairoa properties moved out of limboMuch of Wairoa was in the 2A category post-floods.19 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandHB owners pick up bonus attached to Miss Emerald’s successA roundup of the week's racing.19 Apr 03:27 AM
New ZealandOne person injured after car crashes through busy Hawke's Bay roundaboutThe car finally stopped in the large bushes on a major roundabout.19 Apr 01:14 AM
New ZealandCunning trout try to evade anglers at Fish & Game open dayTrout fishing is encouraged at the Fish & Game wetland ponds.19 Apr 12:51 AM
New ZealandHawks up for it in NBL Ram-raidBeaten in triple overtime a year ago, robbed in the play-offs — Hawks tackle the Rams.19 Apr 12:11 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay news in brief: Marathon returns next monthThe marathon returns to the region in May.18 Apr 11:16 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRural school bus cuts: Residents fear the end of Te Pohue SchoolResidents of Te Pōhue want more time to present alternatives to the Ministry of Education.18 Apr 11:00 PM
New ZealandRobber flees with nothing after BB gun breaks during assault on Hastings dairy ownerThe mask wearer fled after his BB gun broke while hitting the dairy owner.18 Apr 10:46 PM
New ZealandBioluminescent dolphins and a sprint finish: Waka returns to bay with talented rangatahi in towAfter a weeks-long journey, Hawke's Bay's prized waka hourua has returned home.18 Apr 08:38 PM
New ZealandŌtātara Pā - such a lovely place, such a lovely placeJoe Walsh sat atop Ōtātara Pā in 1989. What he saw calls him back again, again, and again.18 Apr 07:30 PM
New ZealandHastings facing one of highest rates rises in country - council could hit $700m debtCouncil's 'challenging' draft Long Term Plan could include closing Frimley Pool.18 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandMan critically injured, 'possibly hit with scooter' by group of youths in CHBPolice are looking to speak with the victim when he is well enough.18 Apr 03:26 AM
New Zealand'Leave it to the track': Police curb Supercar fans' need for speedMotor racing may be like a red rag to a bull - but not on the highway.17 Apr 11:27 PM
New ZealandCommunication patchy, skilled volunteers turned away in Gabrielle's aftermath'There’s got to be a better way'.17 Apr 11:01 PM
New Zealand'I kind of just fell into it': How a solo mum in Havelock North became a record holding powerlifterLesley Hames wants to break another powerlifting record in her category.17 Apr 09:14 PM
New Zealand'Very courageous': First time retailers in their 60s tackle tough business climate through mentoringThe Abrehamsen's message is clear: Don't be afraid to ask for help.17 Apr 07:33 PM