Just what the doctor ordered for Wairoa: A triple-header at the rugby
Three Wairoa teams did the business one Saturday; now home matches are next.
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Many were hit hard by June 26 flooding in Wairoa, including fire brigade
CFO Luke Knight and fellow volunteers were on the job with fellow firefighters at 4.30am.
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A German-owned newcomer has bought the apple orchards in Twyford.
A 'Burning Love' for exercise: Filling the gap for disabled fitness in Hawke's Bay
Leana Becker saw a need, so she set out to make a difference.
Hockey One, Hockey Two, Hockey Three: The bully on this week's tournaments.
The men beat South Canterbury in Napier, the women beat North Harbour B in Christchurch.
Beamish sets stage for Olympic debut with new record
Despite fifth in Paris, Beamish shows promise for Olympic success.
‘I saw some terrible stuff’: Retired rural hero reflects on Cyclone Gabrielle
When the cyclone struck one retired farmer knew he had the skills to lend a hand.
Napier City Rovers into Cup quarters for first time in five years
A former Rovers got one for the opposition, but the Rovers weren't lying down.
Get off your bike - illegal dirt bike riding slammed by police
Numerous complaints were being received by police.
A women's rugby final, and drama in the men's semifinals
A big day in Hawke's Bay Club rugby.
Hawke's Bay Octogenarian's impressive goal helps raise money for Coastguard
Bill Knobloch, like many other across New Zealand, is taking part in The Big Swim.
Pre-pay for your GP: Hawke's Bay clinics say lack of funding starting to bite
Tōtara Health and Taradale Medical Centre have called out a lack of Government funding.
Mission accomplished: Winemaker reflects on 45-year career
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Hawke’s Bay news in brief: Mahia locals' rescue pou from beach
Pou washed from bank saved from the sea in Mahia.
Road re-opens in Central Hawke’s Bay after vehicle hits pedestrian
A pedestrian has been hit by a vehicle near Waipawa.
Wairoa mayor calls for apology over town’s flooding
Flooding swept through about 120 homes; damage is estimated in the tens of millions.
Flaxmere lost New World, Havelock North gets new replacement store
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Pou saved after harsh swells left it lying on the beach
Mahia locals' call for help answered after pou washes into the sea in big swells.
Te Awanga seawall: 200m 'ecoreef' proposed to protect council assets
Project aimed at protecting flood-prone area.
Unregistered anti-vax doctor kept practising under 'Māori customary law'
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More frosty nights and some scattered showers this weekend for Hawke's Bay
Jack Frost is still making his way around Hawke's Bay this winter.
From the ashes: Cherished restaurant set to reopen on anniversary of the fire that destroyed it
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A ‘great pool’ - National age group swim champs head for Hastings again
The new regional aquatic centre in Hastings gets the big tick of approval.
Best-selling author Neil Gaiman accused of sexual assault in NZ
Gaiman has denied the allegations of sexual misconduct by a woman in New Zealand.
Foundation gives $200k grant to Wairoa flood recovery, others urged to support the town
The Auckland funder established links with the town after Cyclone Gabrielle.
Truck's load downs power line, causes road closures in Hastings
Police were called to the incident just after 12.00pm.
‘Rapidly out of daylight’: Survival skills help save father and son trapped in bush
Duo were off the track and facing huge waterfalls: 'Fall over them and die kind of stuff'.
Did sediment build-up in Wairoa River contribute to floods? Council thinks not
A resident says riverbed sediment build-up is 'elephant in the room'.
'Big milestone': Co-op a beacon of hope to Gabrielle-hit Pākōwhai
The once-thriving hub has been restored to its former glory.
Govt launches 'urgent' review into Wairoa flood response
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Timber, steel, glass and concrete from old Hastings grandstand diverted from landfill
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What the region wants from $1.2b infrastructure fund
Awatoto flood protection, housing and roads funding, and water security on the wishlist.
PM plans Wairoa visit; families rehoused at holiday park
The Prime Minister has hinted at a possible review of the management of Wairoa River.