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Super Rugby returns to Hawke's Bay after break of almost four years
The Hurricanes play the Drua at McLean Park on February 22.
Spot the $49,000 difference: Demand increasing for lab-grown diamonds
A jeweller's warning: 'They are never going to hold value as much as a natural diamond.'
Man accused of murdering Hawke's Bay teenager Ariki Rigby loses suppression
Jimmy Heremaia is being held at his own request in the segregation unit of a prison.
Hastings highway blocked after portaloo falling off truck causes crash, reports of terrible stench
It is understood the road has been covered in faecal matter.
World triathlon stars to go a second round in Napier
Napier will host the first leg of the 2025 World Cup triathlon series.
The fishing rods and the church organ: Finding treasure at Napier's community recycling day
Recycling raises funds for grants, benefiting projects like murals and community gardens.
'I saw this like light anomaly go past me': Napier's ghost hunters still searching for proof
If there's something strange in your neighbourhood, who you gonna call?
Hawke’s Bay men’s club cricket: Teens tout talent with bat and ball
Tech tops the points table after two rounds.
'Clive certainly seems to have more crime' - petition launched to reopen police station
Locals say anti-social behaviour has increased since the station closed.
Yummy Fruit Company turns 50 amid cyclone recovery
John Paynter reflects on 50 years, noting 'I wouldn’t have changed too much'.
From burnout to balance: Farmer’s journey to better work-life harmony
Tararua farmer learns from hectic schedule to improve farm wellbeing.
Big bets landed by Hastings owned and trained winner
OPINION: Betting plunge after powering to impressive debut win.
St Luke’s Church - and pub - put Havelock North on map: Michael Fowler
Opinion: 'I think if any place teaches one about God, it is Havelock North.'
Napier freedom camping: Ban on non-self-contained vehicles?
Two sites deemed less suitable due to safety concerns and low scores.
Dannevirke’s Luke Kemeys: Reaching your savings goal in 3 steps
'It’s the lifeblood, money is involved in everything we do'.
'Like mini helicopters': Warm weather and barbeques bring bad blowfly buzz
Blowflies and barbeques are making an early return to Hawke's Bay.
A patties' cleansweep for Hawke's Bay at national sausage awards
The Bay butchers won both beef patty categories at the annual event.
Yeah, Nah: Look for value in all products: Nick Stewart
OPINION: 'Read the back label, not just the front.'
Missing Hawke's Bay man found safe
Lawrence Houia, 21, was last seen in Napier on Thursday afternoon.
Driving abroad? Once familiar places can change before you know it: Opinion
Opinion: 'I need to tell you first that I’m what I’ll call an eyesight driver'.
Ravensdown secures safety of chimney stacks after fire
The landmark red and white chimneys at Awatoto caught fire during demolition.
Ban on driving at beach extended for six more months
Waimārama Beach vehicle ban extended until April 2025 after public consultation.
Show stunner in Hawke’s Bay: A&P Society's new format kicks off with sunny skies and big crowds
Wear sunscreen, a hat and take water, organisers advise the thousands.
'Reckless': Boat with man and two kids aboard crossed path of 51,000 tonne container ship
Man charged after recreational boat moved into lane of 294-metres long ship entering port.
Corporal and the koro who served in both world wars
Service in the Army has opened more doors than ever expected for Corporal Paddy Whare.
Can a lamb be shorn every 37 seconds for nine hours?
The world solo 9hrs lambshearing record is 872 – now there's a challenger.
Council considers surveillance to protect Napier attraction from vandals
The viewing platform glass costs ratepayers thousands every time it is vandalised.
Kea Kids News: See what this $1.6 million Super Soaker can do
Dame Judi Dench may be the leading lady of the red carpet, but Judy Drench rules the tarmac! Reporter Grace takes Napier Airport’s hottest new fire truck out for a spin.
Terrified woman jumped naked from upper-storey window to escape brutal attack
Part of the ordeal, carried out by other women, was filmed and posted on social media.
Major police probe prevents tangi shooting and attempted murder of rival gang member
Police seized illegal drugs and firearms and restrained assets worth $800k.
First Hastings community emergency hubs equipped and ready to go
The hubs are equipped to help rural communities in the event of any future disasters.
Pākōwhai Memorial Hall restored for $300k – only to find out it may have to move
The cyclone-battered community hall may now have to make way for flood protection.