‘Major setback’: Public appeal to help save rare kākābeak plant in Hawke’s Bay
Kākābeak numbers are steadily dwindling in the wild - the cyclone didn't help.
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Hawke’s Bay youth get free GP and nurse visits
Te Whatu Ora in Hawke’s Bay announced that people aged 14 to 24 will get free GP visits.
Jailed serial groper admits doing indecent act in store carpark
Jason Trembath appeared in the Rotorua District Court today.
Kieran McAnulty hears concerns about communication in his new Hawke’s Bay recovery role
Hawke's Bay now has a third cyclone recovery minister leading the region's response.
Tough Kids out in force for return of Mega obstacle course
The “challenge by choice” event saw hundreds of schoolkids take on various obstacles.
Martin Williams: Can mānuka heal the land?
Opinion: Mānuka wouldn't just be a band-aid, but a whole new layer of skin.
The Gabrielle tree: Mānuka touted as Hawke's Bay looks for flood prevention
When Bola struck, the response was to plant pine. Would a different tree have been better?
‘I'm not losing my home’: Resident says 13% rates increase would be final straw
“What are we supposed to do? Lose our houses?”
Clearing the state housing list in Napier, Kāinga Ora to start building 60 homes
Numbers on the State Housing Register are starting to fall as new homes are built.
Storm likely to bypass Hawke’s Bay
A bit of rain and showers, but a fine weekend is forecasted for sunny Hawke's Bay.
Napier to get permanent St John shuttle; volunteer drivers needed
The cyclone has only highlighted the struggle for those needing to get to Hastings.
Two jewellery stores employ security guards in Hawke’s Bay after raids
Daylight heists including one in Hastings led to the measure by Michael Hill Jeweller.
Linden Singers set to perform Wintermezzo
The Linden Singers are now in their 52nd year of performing.
Ebony Lamb headlining second week of HB Music Month
HB Music Month is running throughout May, with 16 concerts in small halls across the Bay.
Hawke’s Bay-born sparky inspires others through bilingual journaling
Hira Nathan didn't think he'd get into journaling, but now he's published his own book.
Many truckloads of silt to move in Hawke's Bay's $266m clean-up
Moving and disposing of silt is the biggest job in the region.
Orchard waste burning now allowed in Hawke's Bay
The Hawke's Bay Regional Council has confirmed orchardists can burn certain vegetation.
‘Quite frankly, this is devastating’: Mayor hits out at approval of station sale
Mayor Alex Walker said the project would be "high risk" for the environment and community.
Free ‘energy coaching’ powers household savings
An 'energy coaching' service is extended to help whānau save on electricity bills.
Local Focus: Helping to fix throwaway mindset
Napier's Repair Cafe is fostering a fix-it culture.
Contrasting events celebrate King Charles' coronation
A series of pictures showing commemoration of King Charles coronation in Hawke's Bay
Going to the dogs to raise money for cyclone relief at winery
Hundreds turned out for the mass dog walk event, featuring wine, at Elephant Hill.
Face-off over hospital claims as race for Tukituki begins
The National candidate says the Labour MP may be over-egging a new hospital proposal.
Hawke's Bay club rugby: Victory at last for Havelock North
Six teams lead the race for the top six, but two others are still in the running.
Cyclone Gabrielle three months on: Flashbacks, paradise lost and long winter ahead
Deep feelings of heartbreak and loss remain three months on from Cyclone Gabrielle
Laying it Bare: Deciphering Hawke’s Bay’s most intriguing island
Very few people experience the wildlife wonders of Te Motu-o-Kura, with good reason.
Mother who beat child, hid injuries under face paint on Air NZ flight fails to reduce jail sentence
Jailed woman tried to hide child's injuries under face paint on Air NZ flight.
'Deserved a better ending': Cape Kidnappers tour company closes with swipe at 'red tape'
For almost 70 years they'd driven past Cape Kidnappers' stunning cliffs, until a collapse.
Power returns to Hawke’s Bay: Unison network now fully restored, three months on
Another big step has been taken in the region's recovery from Cyclone Gabrielle.
Ratepayers to fund Samoa trip for Hastings mayor and council CEO
A friendship agreement will be signed with the Samoan district of Falealili.
'Up Chuck': Firefighters monitor Napier group’s plan to burn King Charles effigy
A local collective of artists is lighting fires instead of watching the coronation.
Hōhepa Hawkes Bay scoops more awards for its cheese
Hōhepa Hawkes Bay knows a thing or two about making mouth-watering cheese.
Return or rebuild: The different paths Hawke’s Bay most flood-damaged schools are taking
It might take three years, but kids' laughter will ring out at Omahu School again.
From the MTG: Huia image donated in aid of flood recovery
Artist donates work to aid in the recovery efforts of her Ngāti Kahungunu iwi.