New ZealandCar stolen from 90yo’s Napier home twice in three daysThe first strange knock was by police, the second was a neighbour at the door after 2am.26 May 02:52 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Sowing the seeds of loveHundreds of ‘bucket gardens’ are being given away to rebuild cyclone-affected gardens.26 May 12:34 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'You can’t die and let him not have a dad': The tiny tree branches that saved Rikki Reed's lifeFor nearly six hours, rapids from a huge flood buffeted Rikki Reed.25 May 10:44 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBound for the bulldozer? Interest in moving free two-storey villa tumblesTalks with more than 30 people who wanted a free Tudor-style villa have come to nought.25 May 03:43 AM
New ZealandSporting icons swing into Hawke’s Bay Foundation’s cyclone relief dinner$70,000 was raised, and a Hawke's Bay golf team even took out the big prize.25 May 01:56 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFormula 1: Focus on Monaco after Imola race postponedMonday morning in NZ will be petrolhead heaven for TV viewers.25 May 01:50 AM
New ZealandFleeing driver in Napier hits parked vehicle, car spiked by policeTwo people were taken into custody and police are still searching for a third.25 May 12:26 AM
New ZealandTeens arrested after stealing cigarettes and treats in NapierThree youths aged 13, 14 and 16 were arrested after the robbery.24 May 11:31 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay music month reaching its crescendoMomentum has built across the month, with near-capacity audiences in several halls.24 May 11:12 PM
New ZealandCyclone poll: Support for compensation for those forced out of homes by natural disastersCentral government a more popular option for payouts compared to local government.24 May 06:00 PM
PoliticsThird time lucky: McAnulty on being latest Hawke’s Bay cyclone recovery ministerHawke's Bay has had three cyclone recovery ministers in as many months since Gabrielle.24 May 04:58 AM
New ZealandRecord-breaking drugs bust on ship at Port of NapierMethamphetamine found on a ship which arrived from South Africa weighed 83kg.24 May 04:45 AM
NRLBroncos v Warriors: Brisbane team set for Wednesday night arrival in NapierFive Broncos selected for the State of Origin opener will miss the McLean Park game.24 May 04:00 AM
New ZealandSuspects flee in car after aggravated robbery of petrol station for cigarettes and icecreamsPolice are working to track a vehicle with four people inside it that fled the scene.24 May 03:38 AM
New ZealandCensus 2023: No penalties for those in Hawke’s Bay who don’t participateStats NZ says people in Hawke's Bay who can't fill in the census won't be penalised.24 May 03:17 AM
New ZealandNew bridge in the works for Waikare Gorge bypassThe project includes 3.9km of new road and one of New Zealand's highest highway bridges.24 May 12:01 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWarriors flying the flag for Hawke's Bay'It pulls on the heartstrings when people go through what they went through.'23 May 11:37 PM
OpinionFarming after a cyclone can’t be the same as it always wasOpinion: This is not a dictate of ideology - it’s a reflection of trade realities.23 May 11:18 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay named the 12th Great Wine Capital of the WorldIt's hoped the accolade will translate into an uptick in wine tourism to the region.23 May 07:00 AM
TravelThis New Zealand wine mecca has been named the 12th ‘Great Wine Capital’New Zealand’s oldest wine growing region has been included on the prestigious list.23 May 07:00 AM
New ZealandTwo airlifted to hospital after Central Hawke’s Bay crash, no injuries in Havelock North bus crashTwo people were airlifted to hospital after a car crashed through a fence near Ongaonga.23 May 05:17 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe flights carrying $41m in cash during peak of cyclone crisisArmed police watched on as the "very important mission" came in to land.23 May 04:57 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandStill here, still working, still together: The stunning recovery of the Esk ChurchThe clang of a church bell rang on Tuesday morning, as if to say, "I'm still standing".23 May 04:15 AM
New ZealandCoffee shop gives away hundreds of free coffees after Eftpos break downMeg Masterson had no idea if customers would return to pay. She needn't have worried.23 May 04:06 AM
OpinionOpinion: Why we should embrace boredom againOpinion: Somewhere on the line, the magic of portable entertainment became more invasive.22 May 10:42 PM
New Zealand‘A life of its own’: Opening of community garden brings joy to TamateaThe lawn of Julie McLean's Lancaster St property is now a new community garden.22 May 10:21 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Uncharted territory': Why Cyclone Gabrielle will kill fruit trees for years to come“There’s not a lot of information about what to do - it's uncharted territory."22 May 03:46 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Where to live after losing everything?For many impacted by the cyclone, the best accommodation option has been family.22 May 03:20 AM
New ZealandHow happy are racehorses? Professor's three-year mental health studyThe racing, the travel, the expectation: Nat Waran's going into the minds of the fastest.22 May 12:39 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDannevirke firefighters' goal to help those fighting health battlesDannevirke firefighters did themselves proud at the Sky Tower.22 May 12:22 AM
New ZealandWant free tickets to the Warriors in Napier? Fill out your uncompleted censusA chance to watch a beloved NRL team is being used as bait for those who haven't engaged.21 May 10:28 PM
New ZealandNeed help? A business mentor is at handA free mentoring service could help Hawke's Bay business owners get back on their feet.21 May 01:57 AM
New ZealandPhotos: Waipukurau Club rolls back the years for big milestoneThere was plenty of colour and festivities for the anniversary.21 May 01:39 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHero of Magpies' famous Shield era diesA desperate final pass for a Shield-saving dropped goal was thrown by Aidan Thomas.20 May 11:58 AM
