PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAnother solar farm approved for Hawke’s Bay with over 200,000 panelsThe region currently has no commercial-sized solar farms. That is set to change rapidly.27 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'A different type of policing': New sergeant leading Pāpāmoa stationTanerahi 'TK' Keno has 15 years’ police experience across multiple roles.27 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandAll Blacks fans warned of gusty, wet night at Eden ParkStrong winds could also affect travel over the Auckland Harbour Bridge.27 Sep 01:24 AM
New Zealand$4.3m for prison's new air-con, while hospital still waits About 40% of Hawke’s Bay Hospital still has no air-conditioning.26 Sep 08:31 PM
New ZealandStorms threaten All Blacks match, wind warning for harbour bridgeMetService says Auckland could be hit with 75-85km/h gusts during the afternoon.26 Sep 07:07 PM
New ZealandHastings records lowest voter turnout in Hawke’s Bay local elections so farWairoa leads the way on 23.7%, tripling Hastings' early response rate.26 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandSurfer out on a limb: Hawke’s Bay woman won’t miss Lady of the LogThe annual Lady of the Log surf contest returns to Te Awanga Point next month.26 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandNo house, no nine-to-five: Hastings physio finds purpose as a volunteer in AfricaShe endured malaria, 40°C heat and the sudden loss of her father while abroad.26 Sep 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Fall from grace': Scientist indecently assaulted students he was tutoring'It will take some time for them to get over what has happened to them,' judge says.26 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay could hit September high of 24CSunday could be the warmest day this month in Napier and Hastings.25 Sep 11:58 PM
New Zealand‘Most eggs I’ve ever heard of’: Kiwi trust lifts 46 eggs in two nightsKiwi conservation project manager hails work of dedicated volunteers. 25 Sep 10:45 PM
New ZealandSpring's divide: Napier to bask on 21C, while snow, thunderstorms, 100km/h gales pummel southBy Sunday temperatures are expected to rise to 24C for eastern cities, well above average.25 Sep 10:36 PM
New ZealandGreen on top, parched below: Farmers face 'green drought''Dams are down, water supply springs are running what they run at mid-summer.'25 Sep 08:51 PM
New ZealandMissing Hawke's Bay woman foundPolice updated the public on social media this morning. 25 Sep 07:55 PM
New ZealandSevere weather watches as All Blacks test faces rain threatSnowfall warnings are in place for six major South Island alpine passes.25 Sep 04:00 AM
New ZealandCalls grow for reprint after voting papers error in Hastings electionThe booklet skipped from page 12 to 29, cutting out some wards.25 Sep 02:09 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionScott St John: New Zealand needs a long-term population policyAccurate population forecasts shape schools, roads, hospitals and housing.24 Sep 11:00 PM
New ZealandPan Pac to cut 20 roles in Hawke’s Bay restructureCyclone Gabrielle left the Whirinaki site under 2m of floodwater in 2023.24 Sep 06:00 PM
New Zealand'She digs in for a hug': Rottweiler breaks learner test nervesNikki Martin and her rottweiler Penny are easing the anxiety of driving tests.24 Sep 06:00 PM
RacingCole not panicking as classy 3-year-old eyes GuineasLandlock could be left all at sea if Te Rapa's track doesn't dry out by Saturday.24 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandRugby World Cup: Khaleece, mum and a teddy on the dream trip A Napier girl's trip to London is under way – her first trip on an aircraft.24 Sep 05:12 AM
LifestyleCouncil probes alleged DFS alcohol sale breach over $4.40 wineAuckland Council says discounts above 25% advertised off-site breach the law.24 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandRoss Shield: West lead going into the Battle of HastingsThe Battle of Hastings will be the Day 3 feature in Ross Shield rugby on Thursday. 24 Sep 04:50 AM
New ZealandNapier motel fire: Guests moved to neighbouring accommodation after blaze'I'm glad no-one was hurt, that is the main thing.'24 Sep 01:49 AM
New ZealandHopes Government boost to tourism and major events could attract big acts to Hawke's BayGarry Craft said the $70 million boost for tourism will benefit tourism in Hawke's Bay.24 Sep 01:01 AM
PremiumPremiumMood of the BoardroomNZ wine exports face $2b squeeze as demand falls and tariffs biteSimon Limmer warns the sector faces its toughest imbalance since 2008.24 Sep 12:50 AM
New Zealand'Nowhere to go': Homeless lament Outreach closure as Kāinga Ora readies to sell siteOutreach closed last month – now Kāinga Ora says the site is for sale.24 Sep 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Hankering for hill country': Smedley Station cadet mix signals changing timesOf the 13 cadets accepted into Smedley Station for 2026, seven are women. 23 Sep 11:34 PM
New ZealandA crisis: New props for crucial Magpies gameTwo new props are in the 23 for Thursday night's game at McLean Park.23 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandWhat the candidates say will decide Wairoa’s future after years of stormsFour candidates are vying for the mayoralty as Wairoa heads to the polls.23 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandFirefighters battle motel fire on Napier’s Marine ParadeMany of the motel occupants evacuated onto the street during the blaze.23 Sep 09:58 AM
New ZealandRoss Shield: Defending champions Napier held to first-day drawFive days of rugby to decide Hawke's Bay's representative primary schools champions.23 Sep 05:04 AM
New Zealand'Feels like I'm coming home': Silver Fern on returning to Napier for South Africa testSilver Fern Kimiora Poi says returning to Napier to face the Proteas is 'pretty special'.23 Sep 12:49 AM
New ZealandBig plans, long wait: McLean Park upgrades years away despite safety rulesNapier City Council has set aside $1m for upgrades but no start date is set.23 Sep 12:25 AM
