'Death spiral' warning for public transport in Hawke’s Bay as NZTA issues new targets
'The problem with dramatically increasing fares is that fewer people will take the bus.'
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Breaking barriers: No Limits Paratriathlon celebrates inclusion
The No Limits Paratriathlon attracted 67 young competitors.
Hastings-trained winner Debbi Harri on song for black type races: John Jenkins
'She's a chestnut with a white blaze on her head - her nickname has always been Blondie.'
Indian Panthers come to Napier for NBL basketball debut
The Hawke's Bay Hawks play new NBL team Indian Panthers in Napier on March 12.
Exhibit celebrates 40th anniversary of Art Deco Trust: Gail Pope
Reconstruction occurred in a climate of remarkable co-operation among architects.
No rescues yet for surf life saving club as summer patrols underway
Twenty lifeguards trained for summer, and 90 more qualified to assist at Waimārama.
A Kiwi perspective on wealth creation: Nick Stewart
Adam Smith is considered the father of modern economics .
Stolen shipwreck binoculars returned to Napier owners
Binoculars from 1986 shipwreck disappeared from a Westshore verandah this week.
Sprinkler ban in Napier: Usage soars to some of highest in country
Water use in the city is 'out-stripping supply.'
Serious injuries, stretch of SH2 expressway closes after two-vehicle crash
New Zealand Transport Agency said delays are possible.
Woman 'frozen' after man's nude approach at Hawke’s Bay beach
'I turned my head and there are just genitals, that I didn't want to see, nor ask to see.'
Iwi wants to buy Takitimu Seafoods site after $9m surplus recorded
In 2022-2023 it had a $2m deficit as Takitimu Seafoods collapsed, with 70 job losses.
David Colville: Emotive arguments shouldn’t stop 600 much-needed homes being built in Napier
OPINION: Regional Council’s decision not to support Riverbend homes not based on evidence.
Interesting fact - the world’s oldest toy is a stick: Wyn Drabble
'I often time-travel to times of favourite humour.'
Hawke’s Bay basks in early summer heat, hits 30C
Hawke's Bay hits 30°C; Wairoa and Taradale lead with warm temps.
Happy borough-day: Napier basks in sunshine for its 150th
Free coffee and ice cream as Napier marks 150 years.
Young lifeguards grind it out in Gizzy
The Gizzy Grinder put 55 young surf lifesaving athletes to the test.
Hawke's Bay athletes among world’s top competitors for IronMan 70.3
Local athletes balance training, family and careers for the IronMan 70.3 World Champs.
Family's plea: Stolen binoculars hold much sentimental value - originally from shipwreck
'It’s unbelievable how I acquired them'. Beloved binoculars stolen from Westshore home.
'Right combo of wind, waves, tides': Why a pou swept away in cyclone was found 650 days later
'The marae's still alive, the carving is still alive and the people of Tangoio are alive.'
Best of Hawke’s Bay and East Coast civil construction celebrated
Winners recognised at celebration of best civil infrastructure.
Mutes from Mars break disability barriers through music
Featuring musicians with disabilities, Mutes from Mars perform in Hawke's Bay on Nov 28.
Hamish Pinkham’s tips for festival success: The music, the venue and the vibes
Black Barn will be a 'natural home' for the event, with a 'pulsing bassline' thrown in.
Here comes the heat: Parts of NZ to hit 30C this week
Kiwis are in for an early dose of scorching summer days - and nights - later this week.
'Generosity and spirit': The trail of kindness that raised $500k for hospice
Work of over 400 volunteers a 'testament to the compassion that defines this community'.
Firefighters wary as 31C forecast for parts of already dry Hawke’s Bay
Forecasts suggest the region could hit its highest temperatures of the year so far.
Driver charged over Napier crash which hospitalised cyclist
A cyclist remains in hospital almost five months after the crash.
Witnesses wanted after person hit by vehicle then assaulted in Napier
The victim was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
Berry determined: Plan to regrow tonnes of strawberries in flood-hit Esk Valley
Donald lost 60,000 strawberry plants in Gabrielle. He has received help to grow again.
'Give it all you’ve got': Keynote speaker to front Hastings mental health fundraiser
Amputee built with a resilience she never knew she had.
Pou swept from marae during Cyclone Gabrielle washes ashore after 650 days at sea
A hand-carved pou lost in the cyclone has been found on Mahia Beach, 100km from home.
Health NZ to immunise 1400 seasonal workers against measles
Health NZ is expecting to vaccinate 1400 RSE workers.