Hawke’s Bay hairdressing queen retires after 56 years in industry
'She told me I had too many brains to be a hairdresser. I decided to prove her wrong.'
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'I am not a criminal:' Couple accused of migrant rort want compensation after winning appeal
The court process destroyed their marriage and reputation - they want compensation.
Council's decision not to open river bar was “surprising” - review
There was no operational plan for managing the river mouth.
Napier high school out of lockdown after nearby fight
A Napier school was placed in lockdown following reports of a fight among youths nearby.
They ran for election. Now they're running a triathlon.
Mayors and MPs of Hawke's Bay will compete and raise funds for Heretaunga Women's Centre.
'Please don't ever let it happen again': Wairoa residents beg council to act on flood review
Inquiry reveals regional council ignored residents and lacked a river bar management plan.
'Angels on his side': Hawke’s Bay father fighting for life after hit by car walking home from pub
Josh Bowman’s recovery could take years, but he's now back in Hawke's Bay.
Finding better outcomes after family violence - the career legacy of Sam Aberahama
Aberahama left police and Tairāwhiti after 14 years as area commander to be with whānau.
Duck-stomping prison inmate Eruera Peratiaki makes $1000 donation to the SPCA
Eruera Peratiaki threw apple at duck, chased it, kicked it and stomped on its head.
'Severe and chronic neglect:' Miniature horses were dehydrated and unable to walk properly
Two women who owned them are now banned from owning horses for five years.
Wairoa flood review hits at 'surprising' decision-making, lack of warning for residents
The review did not go as far as stating an earlier opening of the bar would have worked.
The young school students travelling 828km a week to swim training
'You don’t think about the travel, you think about how much fun you’re going to have.'
‘Just stunned silence’: Mill closure shocks rural community
'Our local towns... it’s probably going to wreck them.'
'Kiwis helping other Kiwis': Cyclone bravery award winners continue to help community
'It still puts a lump in your throat thinking about it.'
New Māori ward approved as Napier reshapes its council structure
Napier Council has decided two Māori ward councillors will join the council in 2025.
Intimate performances by Dave Khan return to the Small Hall Sessions
Dave Khan returns to the Small Hall Sessions for intimate performances.
Code grey! Seal shuts Napier road for a morning shuffle
Police and members of the public escorted the sleek marine mammal back into the ocean.
Irene van Dyk hoping to lead a Hawke's Bay renaissance at NZ's national champs
'My idea is to create a culture. I think we can upset a few teams.'
Emma Twigg still has an oar in the water - this time winning bronze for Hawke's Bay
Emma Twigg's rowing career isn't over yet as she adds another medal to collection.
'Great idea': 150 evacuation bags donated to elderly Napier residents living alone
Margaret Daukes has turned 90. A bright red bag stands out among her gifts.
Napier siege hero paramedic's 50 years of service recognised
Paramedic awarded for bravery rescued a wounded officer and a solo yachtsman at sea.
'Major deficiencies': Almost half of Hawke's Bay highways get a two-star rating
A State Highway described as a 'goat track' is among the routes needing urgent funding.
Wairoa shooting: Resident frustrated after 'one police car' turns up
'You’d think with a shooting ... there would be an immediate response.'
Cheeky social media jabs follow Tasman's historic Ranfurly Shield win
Tasman celebrate first Ranfurly Shield win as Hawke’s Bay face playful jabs.
Kiwi paddler Peter Cowan claims bronze in thrilling Paralympic canoe sprint debut
Cowan didn't know he had claimed a medal until almost a minute after the finish.
'Looked good on paper': Apartment buyer wants $50k deposit back after development company liquidation
A court has ordered a Napier company into liquidation and one apartment owner wants out.
'Exquisite': National Geographic exhibition to open in Napier
Visitors will dive deep into strikingly beautiful stories and images.
Mako beat Magpies: Tasman end Hawke's Bay's Ranfurly Shield tenure
Hawke's Bay fell at their fifth defence of the Log o' Wood in 2024.
‘People shouldn’t have to put up with this s***’: Mayor takes aim at gangs after shooting
Police urge residents to report violence immediately after early morning incident.
'Severe gale': 130km/h winds forecast for central South Island, lower North Island
Forecasters warn of difficult driving conditions and tree and powerline damage.
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OPINION: When it comes to retirement planning, the variables are numerous.
Hundreds of anglers busted fishing inside marine reserves
Official information reveals which areas around the country have become poaching hotspots.
'Good start': Post-cyclone whitebait ban over as catchers make up for lost time
The season didn't go ahead for most of last year after rāhui put in place.