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Serious assault with weapon in Hastings thought to be gang-related
A man was seriously injured after an alleged gang-related assault with a weapon.
Renewed calls for Napier-Wellington passenger rail after Hawke’s Bay meetings
Will a Napier-Wellington passenger route progress - or come to a grinding halt?
Delivery boss shot at after man refused to pay for food in Hastings, police say
The Armed Offenders Squad was called and a man was arrested.
'Unconscious with smoke all around': Neighbours hailed for dragging man from burning flat
"It could have been a far worse outcome without their quick thinking."
Irish rugby hero hasn't seen memorabilia since cyclone swept through Hawke's Bay
This Irish team is apples and oranges to the side the Bay horticulture boss played for.
‘It’s gone’: Forester paints grim picture of planting industry under new fees regime
The Ministry for Primary Industries will soon charge ETS participants a perpetual fee.
A Spring Racing Carnival fixture lines up in the big one
Callsign Mav has been confirmed as a starter in Hawke's Bay's richest race.
A civic-centre heart for Napier could be four years away
The council building was condemned as an earthquake risk in 2017.
Cyclone Gabrielle: River crossing restores access to farms after seven months
The Glenbrooke Rd bridge was one of many wiped out by the cyclone in February.
New affordable rental homes funded in Hastings
Funding for Hastings District Council and Taiwhenua housing partnerships announced.
In pictures: 300 in Hawke’s Bay attend vigil to offer support to Israel
Group comes together in Hastings to stand in solidarity with those suffering.
'Fanciful': The three words a NZ council is using to approve denser suburban housing
It should be used to describe granny flats or sleepouts, not separate homes, planners say.
‘Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose’: Phil’s Gardens to close
After 43 years, the cyclone and rising costs bring an end to the market garden in Meeanee.
Rising possum numbers in Hawke’s Bay; landowners asked to cull
Move to a possum contractor model has been parked, as council focuses on cyclone.
‘Secrets make you sick’: Artist wants to get audiences talking
Catherine Daniels is fighting the system and stigma to raise awareness.
From 'brutally dry' to 'near normal' — Hawke's Bay gets entire month of rain in last week of September
A last-minute burst of rain in September took soil moisture from 5pc to near normal.
Truck crash causes delays on Napier to Hastings expressway
Police responded to the accident at 8.20am.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Hastings gets funding for community approach to emergencies
Up to 15 civil defence community hubs are to be established in the wake of the cyclone.
Dispute over placement of baker's chairs in new development leads to court action
A baker says his chairs were moved out as a dispute spiralled into court action.
Off The Track owners back on track: New pop-up venture for Hawke’s Bay couple after devastating fire
Off the Track is getting back on track, with a new project in the works.
From the 'brink of bankruptcy', to title challenger: Hawks board chairman stands down
Hawke's Bay has had an NBL team dating back 40 years, but it almost vanished in 2015.
11-year-old skateboarder shows off skills at Bay Skate; special message for young Hawke’s Bay wāhine
The 11-year-old skate sensation swept up at Bay Skate on Thursday.
'Checking my bank daily': $125k-winning Lotto ticket sat at supermarket for weeks
Shirley says those responsible for the delay should pay for her lost earnings and anxiety.
Chef Neela Neela will take a holiday, but doesn't plan to stop helping others
Neela Neela will take a well-earned holiday, but doesn't plan to stop helping others.
Marine Parade viewing platform surveillance a possibility after vandalism
The glass of the oceanside viewing platform has been broken after suspected vandalism.
Rain, rain will go away, but come again another day for Hawke’s Bay
Fickle spring weather will see rain ease into fine temperatures before a return.
No changes: Ranfurly Shield-winning team named to play again on Sunday
The 23 who lifted the Ranfurly Shield have all been named for Sunday's NPC quarterfinal.
Ranfurly Shield debacle: A cry for accountability and courage
OPINION: Sportsmanship extends beyond the field and the Magpies need to step up.
Hawke’s Bay news in brief: Napier Port launches new service
Here's the latest news in brief from around the region.
Watch: Audience flocks to NZSO members' impeckable performance
Do chickens like classical music? A Friday morning stunt in Hawke’s Bay tested the theory.
500 bottles to be judged in winemakers and brewers competition
They might be amateurs, but they probably make a good drop. The judges will find out.