Neil Kirton: Hawke's Bay councils 'gamble' on urban development
OPINION: Napier's vote is 'akin to a high-stakes game of poker'.
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Wyn Drabble: US election’s bad news sparked search for better news
OPINION: 'I might even just make up a news story - just to lighten the mood.'
Gang members warn of potential violence as new patch laws enforced
'I can't see this lasting unless they have a budget to lock fullas up in jail.'
Logging firm in receivership ordered to pay $330k for worker's death - but can't afford a fine
Jake William Duncan died on a Hawke's Bay forestry site in 2021.
Hawke's Bay art scene blooms with Art Farm's first night market
Mushroom farm-turned-creative hub for local artists will soon host its first night market.
The Art Farm
A former mushroom farm turned creative hub for local artists hosts its first night market. Video / Rafaella Melo
Police chasing culprit behind spate of five Hawke's Bay fires
'We want whoever is responsible to be caught.'
NPC Awards: Fakatava's second chance despite injury
The Magpies half was the NPC's player of the year in 2021. He's in line again in 2024.
Mixed weather for big weekend of events in Hawke's Bay
Summer Regatta sailing and kahawai fishing are features of a busy weekend.
'Our hearts are shattered': Inspiration for iconic statue dies aged 86
Mei Whaitiri became the model for Pania when she was a 13-year-old high school student.
Hastings crash leaves one seriously injured
Crash in Hastings: One seriously injured at Williams St and Pakowhai Rd intersection.
Santa's summer grotto and Mrs Claus' bar hop highlight festive fun
Napier CBD to celebrate Christmas with a month of events, starting November 23.
Napier keeps controversial site in strategy plan, Hastings votes no to building on fertile land
Two proposed residential development sites in Havelock North were removed from the FDS.
Hawke’s Bay’s first Bitcoin ATM ‘performing well’, more on the way
Bitcoin has surged since the US election. Hawke's Bay now has its own Bitcoin ATM.
One region expected to be real test for gang-patch ban
'The younger ones are quite likely to be more militant about it.'
Six60 headed for Shed 530 Estate in summer 2025
A new Hawke's Bay winery devastated by Cyclone Gabrielle is now set to host Six60.
Hīkoi at home: Rural school’s stand for tamariki's future
Omāhū School marches for pride and unity.
Napier Port says earnings rebound will continue in 2025
The port bounces back after Cyclone Gabrielle sabotaged its post-Covid recovery.
'A mess’: Popular Hastings restaurant loses 'lots of cash' in smash-and-grab
Family business with high walls around it had 'all our Friday night’s takings' stolen.
Mayor says parking increases having ‘very positive impact’ on city as workers hit out
$16 a day for parking? Napier workers say it's unaffordable and are calling for discounts.
New Hawke’s Bay fund to boost predator control and replanting
The goal of the fund is to create a habitat alive with flora and fauna across the region.
‘Thought it would never happen’: Govt pays out $15m to Hawke’s Bay health workers
A union delegate claims it took an eight-year 'fight' to get the $15 million payout.
Getting Through: New Farmstrong resources for farmers after severe weather
Hawke’s Bay farmers share recovery stories in book and website launch.
SH1 blocked in both directions as hīkoi protest heads towards Parliament
Up to 30,000 protesters are expected to descend on Parliament on Tuesday.
Police cordons erected around Napier Museum after discovery of strange bird-like ‘package’
By about 2pm, police determined the package posed no threat.
John Jenkins: Prestissimo’s win adds to breeding windfall for Hastings owner
OPINION: Three-year-old recorded a win at only her second start.
Rethinking retirement - why playing it too safe could cost you: Nick Stewart
OPINION: For a healthy 65-year-old Kiwi, living into their 90s is increasingly probable.
Hawke’s Bay regional councillors oppose iwi-led housing plan in Napier over ‘severe flooding risks’
Council proposes to remove housing development from future plans due to risk.
Helicopter helps quell Mohaka bush fire
Smoke was billowing from a hillside bushfire near Mohaka about 4.50pm on Thursday.
Treaty bill 'a childish projection': Hīkoi supporters vocal in Hawke’s Bay
Flying out the door: A Hastings store sells close to 1000 tino rangatiratanga flags.
Hawke’s Bay Canoe Club: 50 years of paddling up and downstream
The canoe club was set up for white-water canoeing and rafting in rivers.
Golden water heroes in the Bay
They won at either of the past two Olympic Games. Now they're headed for Hawke's Bay.
Building reforms offer ‘massive opportunity’ – council boss
'There would need to be checks and balances.'
Bill Robertson: Pack the park – a Napier City Rovers rallying cry
OPINION: Napier City Rovers' coach has a stirring message ahead of Sunday's epic showdown.