Wise romps home in Napier, four mayors are back, shock result in Flaxmere and three regional councillors dumped
A wrap up of the winners and losers in local body elections in Hawke's Bay
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Local Focus: Why the poor voter turnout
Why is voter turnout so low for local body elections? Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Local Focus: Why the poor voter turnout?
Why is voter turnout so low for local body elections? Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Cyclist, 80, killed in Napier crash fondly remembered for her 'aroha and laughter'
It was the 13th fatal crash to occur on Hawke's Bay roads this year.
Police 'appalled' to find meth hidden under girl, 2, in vehicle search
Cut-down rifle with ammo, 100 tabs of LSD, $2500 cash also found.
Water Central leak: Council releases details about what its investigation will look like
Though some councillors reckon their own $100k "guesstimate" would be on low side.
As good as it gets: The Feelers to play free concert in Napier
The group will perform all their greatest hits spanning the past 20 years.
Mat Mullany: National history curriculum a positive plan
It is with a sense of cautious optimism that our national history can be told.
The queue at NZ's luckiest Lotto store: Family of $11m Hawke's Bay winner try for a double dip
Throngs of punters descend on Hastings store on Wednesday in a bid to win $28m.
Mayoral candidate fuming over election 'typos'
A Napier mayoral candidate says his campaign has been seriously compromised by typos.
Which regions are still beating Auckland?
Regional economic growth continues to outpace Auckland, although everywhere is slowing.
Letters: Candidates fire off views ahead of election day
Water and activists dominate councillors' opinions
Local Focus: Do the right e-thing
Old and new televisions are now recyclable. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Hapi as! Girl makes history by being picked for Ross Shield team
Hapi has yet to decide which secondary school she will attend next year.
Local Focus: 3 hour commute each way for councillor and wannabe mayor
It’s working well says Rob Kent. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
3-hour commute each way for councillor and mayoral candidate
It's working well, says mayoral candidate Rob Kent. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
First cruise ship arrives as Hawke's Bay starts biggest season to date
This season is set to be a major boost for the local economy with a total of $32 million.
Holi-yay: Sunshine on way after bleak week
It's good weather news for most Kiwis, after a dire start to the school holidays.
Cultural collision at Cape Kidnappers: 250 years on, what have we learned?
The kidnapping that lives on in name today, but were Māori simply trying to rescue him?
The man who fought to free Teina Pora has become a judge
Precedent in Hastings District Court for swearing-in of Judge Jonathan Krebs.
Awatoto neighbour calls for speed cut after crash
A hatchback and van appear to have collided, tipping the van on its side.
Seismic shift: Hastings property prices overtake Napier
The balance of power in the Hawke's Bay property market has officially shifted.
Bing Crosby grandson among 2020 Art Deco Festival lineup
A new era for Art Deco festival.
Roaming Wairoa dog that evaded animal control for six months put down
Unwanted, unloved and unable to be caught. A mastiff-cross' 'remarkable' evasion ends.
Young Hawke's Bay artist recognised in national competition
Justin Cheung said he almost forgot about the competition altogether.
'Heaviest hail in 20 years': Orchard owners fear for Hawke's Bay stonefruit after storm
Like cherries? The "sheer volume" of hail could have a grave impact on this season's crop.
Tattooed diner refused entry to RSA after decade of visits
The family dined at the club's restaurant at least 3-4 times a week for many years prior.
Driver dies week after logging truck crash
The man had been transferred from Hawke's Bay Hospital to Wellington due to his injuries.
New pool consulted on properly, says Napier City Council
Napier City Council says it consulted properly over a new Aquatic Centre.
Napier City Council seeks funds for increased cost of aquarium business case
The total budget was secretly increased at a public-excluded council meeting in July.
'Robbed of their dad': Murder victim a father-of-three
The body of a man found in Bunnythorpe, near Palmerston North, has been identified.