New ZealandSunk in 30 seconds: The man who answers boaties' call on the best way to prevent tragedyThere's one vital thing everyone on the water should do, but only 10% bother.21 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandPhone news service operating for quarter of a century needs new volunteersThose with a talent for talking are urged to put their name forward.21 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandLeaky pipes mended, ending weeks of water restrictions for NapierCity council announced the calamity on April 23. Water use has been restricted since then.21 Jun 03:49 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay news in brief: Redundancies as Hastings company soldHastings-based company Kiwigarden, which produces healthy snacks for kids, has been sold.20 Jun 11:20 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Historically a major hazard': How Hawke’s Bay Airport has helped reduce bird strikeGas cannons and pyrotechnics help — so, too does a careful eye on the height of the grass.20 Jun 07:58 PM
New ZealandMore than 300km in seven days: Waikato student running to raise aid for Palestinian children'I couldn’t stand by and do nothing anymore. I want to make a difference.'20 Jun 07:00 AM
New Zealand‘Good outcome’: Hawke's Bay helps New Caledonian workers find jobs and housing'They are all starting work on Monday.'20 Jun 03:30 AM
New ZealandTwo ‘suspicious’ vehicle fires on same street a day apart not related, police saySecond car fire on Tennyson St came a day after witness saw the 'firebombing' of a ute.20 Jun 02:48 AM
New ZealandRegional Council agrees to continue to fund tourism, cuts from elsewhere to reduce rates riseRates remissions will be available for some of the most impacted ratepayers.20 Jun 02:16 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNew name for a new era? School considers change to reflect community 'aspirations'Name change is 'obvious next step' for the school that will soon turn 50, principal says.20 Jun 01:53 AM
New Zealand'For the people': Long-serving volunteers the glue for Winter Deco festivitiesThe people committed to protecting and celebrating our Art Deco-era heritage.19 Jun 11:59 PM
PoliticsSimeon Brown says proposed cuts for emergency road repairs 'challenging' for councilsNZTA is consulting on changes that will give councils less money for road repairs.19 Jun 06:45 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'You have to move forward quickly': Teen racing champ Tom Bewley eyeing opportunities over the ditchThe Havelock North local began with karts, but now he is driving something bigger.19 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandFarmlands to open 'horticulture hub' near HastingsFarmlands is putting more focus on growers with plans to open a new horticulture hub.19 Jun 01:32 AM
New Zealand‘Firebomb’ destroys family vehicle: ‘We watched our $100,000 ute go up in flames’A witness saw four masked men - one threw 'something really big' at the ute.19 Jun 12:52 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLego and lawn work: MokoBoys take indigenous excellence to world stageSharing the excellence of indigenous rangatahi is key to the hui.19 Jun 12:28 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Don’t want to return home’: New Caledonian workers in limbo in Hawke’s BayA dozen people have been housed on a marae at Clive during a crisis at home.18 Jun 10:11 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandUnderdogs or medal hopes? Black Sticks dare to dreamDominic Dixon and Sean Findlay are in, with Greg Nicol as the coach.18 Jun 09:34 PM
KahuIwi offered resources to safeguard their treasuresWorkshops provide training, resources, and tools to enhance preservation of taonga.18 Jun 06:52 PM
New Zealand'We’ve had customers almost cry': Havelock North Trade Aid mission to continue after store closureHavelock North Trade Aid store is one of 13 shutting doors across the country.18 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandNo let-up: Napier City Rovers look to keep winning ways going after dramatic Chatham Cup triumphCourage on show in a crucial Chatham Cup win – now a key Central League clash awaits.18 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Everybody as far as I know is still alive’: Champion Pōrangahau team reunites'In the old days in first-class rugby, ladies weren’t allowed at the after-match...'18 Jun 06:00 AM
New ZealandQuadbike emergency near Waimarama, Hawke’s BayThe crash was reported soon after 2.30pm.18 Jun 04:26 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHastings reduces rates rise to 19 per cent; Popular pool's closure on iceThe council has made decisions on its rates rise and Frimley Pool.18 Jun 03:14 AM
New Zealand'Stunned mullets': Couple claimed $7m-winning Lotto ticket at the kiosk of a busy supermarketThe Hawke's Bay couple claimed their prize at one of Hawke's Bay's busiest supermarkets.18 Jun 03:01 AM
New Zealand'Technically a write off': Renowned late artist's flood-hit home to become a creative projectThe cyclone-ravaged building has been trucked out of the Waiohiki Creative Arts Village.18 Jun 02:48 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessRocket Lab signs deal to get Japanese satellites into spaceData collected from Rocket Lab-launched satellites could enhance defence and security.18 Jun 01:00 AM
New ZealandCyclone sanctuary, new hospital honoured in prestigious architecture awardsJudge says region's architecture wins 'uplifting' for region.18 Jun 12:13 AM
New ZealandSchool lockdown lifted, police still working on 'ongoing incident' in WairoaCouncil offices were 'among sites immediately locked down as a precaution'.17 Jun 10:40 PM
New ZealandSH2 reopens after logging truck's rollLogging truck rolls in Hawke's Bay, leaving the main road littered with its load.17 Jun 09:39 PM
New ZealandBattle of Hastings looms in historic Ranfurly Shield matchGeneral admission for the June 26 Shield match is free. It costs to sit in the grandstand.17 Jun 06:18 AM
New ZealandWet weather cancels Matariki-inspired event in FlaxmereThe event would have featured lanterns being floated in a pond at a park.17 Jun 03:28 AM
New ZealandNew fencing champion ends winning streak of five-time title-holderMeanwhile, the tractor pull competition also celebrated some wins.17 Jun 01:25 AM
New Zealand'Makes me feel sick': School principal blasts Actura NZ after cancelled space school tripOne student won a scholarship for the trip after being rescued during Cyclone Gabrielle.17 Jun 12:59 AM
