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Kate Phillips used a phone app to pick her baby's name - it turns out it's pretty popular.
Ardern-Gayford wedding a boon for Hawke’s Bay: ‘Really shines a light’
Dame Jacinda Ardern and Clarke Gayford are set to marry in the Bay this weekend.
Hawke’s Bay burn off warning after vegetation fires more than double in December
Firefighters attended 23 vegetation fires across the district in December, up from nine.
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'Having started the new year like that was a relief, and a reward.'
Napier breaks annual rainfall record that had stood for 144 years
The smallest of late December downpours was enough for Napier to inch over the line.
'Astounding' - 2023 was NZ's second-hottest year on record
The last three years have been New Zealand's warmest in recorded history, Niwa says.
Flights to fractures: Grounded flight attendant thrives as Hawke’s Bay ED nurse
Victoria Congalton was offered her job back, but pursued her passion for nursing instead.
Mahia man in custody over fire at property where Dylan Blake died
Kelvin Blake is accused of deliberately setting fire to a Mahia property.
Choppers and spirit: How Hawke’s Bay pulled off its biggest speedway event in 10 years
'Most tracks get two to three years to prepare for a NZ Championship. We had six months.'
The great 'ginga' gathering: Redheads to unite in Hawke's Bay for night of fiery fun
The event in Hastings also pays homage to Ireland's patron saint of redheads.
On edge and hoping for a ‘normal year’: Top five retail priorities for 2024
Industry players say 2024 will be a test for businesses and consumers.
Special load: Washing basket kittens saved from doomed dump as SPCA voices desexing plea
It comes as more than 3000 cats remain in the SPCA's care this summer.
Whistleblower doctor exposes child's near death after report went missing
Radiologist Dr Bryan Wolf alleged that the child could have died.
In pictures: Nest Fest and Hawkes Bay Cup Regatta enjoy success over weekend
Nest Fest and the Hawke's Bay Rowing regatta dominated the weekend.
Man threatened staff with knife in attempted Hastings service station robbery
A man reportedly threatened staff with a knife at Caltex Omahu.
Sunflowers from the silt: Community garden teaches Hawke’s Bay sustainable practices
The McCarthy family knew what to put on cyclone-devastated land - a community garden.
How is the rest of summer looking? Forecasters take a long look at El Niño
The latest Niwa Weather outlook is out - and it's a mixed bag.
Holiday road toll up to 20 after woman dies in hospital days after crash
The crash happened at intersection of SH50 and Mareakakaho Rd about 1.30pm last Saturday.
What happened in Rowen Aupouri's final days before his unexplained death?
Rowen Aupouri's whānau still don't know if his death was accidental or intentional.
Months on, what is happening with investigations into Hawke's Bay's unexplained deaths?
Police are still investigating three unexplained deaths in Hawke's Bay during 2023.
Questions around commercial viability could jeopardise future of Napier-Wairoa rail line
The line was damaged in Cyclone Gabrielle, so is it worth rebuilding?
'Destructive': Napier bird colony threatened by vandals
Residents are being asked to report incidents to an emergency hotline.
Hawke’s Bay weekend weather: Wet start but a clear Sunday in store
Those getting back to work can expect some settled weather.
Former PM Jacinda Ardern and Clarke Gayford to marry this month
'And to Clarke, let’s finally get married,' Ardern said when she left politics.
Cyclone, rain and the ability to 'communicate between themselves', sparks spectacular bloom
'There’s increasing evidence that trees can communicate between themselves'.
Māhia New Year’s assault: Witnesses sought after man knocked unconscious
The man was trying to break up a fight involving about 20 to 30 people.
Ngāti Kahungunu stands united against Government initiatives
Iwi members aired their views at a hui at Waimārama Marae last month.
Mostly more sunny days ahead for Hawke's Bay
Wairoa will see the region's highest temperatures for the rest of the summer week.
Minor crash in Napier and serious injuries after Hastings crash
A crash blocked Church Rd in Taradale this morning.
Sultans of spin: The public relations industry power list
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'Very good night' for police in Hawke's Bay as New Year's revelry stays well-behaved
The Soundshell in Napier saw crowds of thousands to usher in the New Year.
Highway or the byway - Wairoa waits with hope
Questions about when the first big job on Napier-Wairoa road will start.