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Plan to use 350,000 cubic metres of cyclone silt for Napier housing
The council says the proposal is a 'win-win', but there are some health concerns.
Napier council eases back on record rates hike
'We need to take a big step forward to get us into a healthy position.'
Who's your choice for the title of Napier's Top Dog?
Will it be the dashing dalmatian or the gorgeous griffon?
Fiery social media - What will it be like at the table ?
The Napier council's draft three-year plan proposes an average 23.7 per cent rates rise
Tributes for former Napier city councillor Mark Herbert
Mark Herbert was a Napier city councillor from 1998 to 2016.
Half of cyclone-wrecked Hawke's Bay properties now bought out or close to it
Across Hastings and Napier, 167 properties are in Category 3 and eligible for a buyout.
Napier Mayor Kirsten Wise: How we can balance the books without just increasing rates
OPINION: We must be savvy and bold, prudent at times, yet ambitious for our community.
Napier rates climb 100pc in hill suburbs after flooding pushes buyers to higher ground
A couple nearing retirement might have to sell the home they've worked their lives for.
‘We simply cannot afford to’: Leaders desperate for cyclone-damaged road and bridge fixes
WIthout help it could take decades to restore the economy as well as years of rates hikes.
Replacement of wharf could be brought forward after missing pile forces immediate closure
The closure bars vessels, vehicles and people from the wharf.
Napier rates hike - 47 per cent over three years ?
Charges and fees targeted as council looks to limit rates hike.
Delays to two huge Hawke's Bay solar farm projects, but developers say bright future ahead
A solar farm in Central Hawke's Bay and one near Hawke's Bay Airport both face delays.
'Reopening the conversation': Sale of Napier’s $65m of council houses back on the table
Council may about-turn on its decision not to sell its community housing.
Hawke’s Bay in brief: Four leap-day babies for Hawke’s Bay
Hawke's Bay Hospital had four leap-day babies born.
Party time for Napier's big innings: Marking a century and a half
Napier's first borough council was installed in 1874 — with 493 electors.
Park's goal of all children to 'have fun' is closer with new communication boards
Anderson Park playground has just got a little more fun for all children.
Olympic window opens: Napier prepped and poised for triathlon 'coup'
Olympic window wide open for Napier competitors.
'The aroha, the manaaki, and the wairua': Thousands turn out to commemorate Cyclone Gabrielle in Hawke's Bay
Emotions and community spirit were strong as people from all over came together.
How we're remembering the anniversary of the cyclone
Commemorations in Hawke's Bay honour those who lost loved ones and livelihoods.
Hawke's Bay: Where can you commemorate Cyclone Gabrielle's anniversary
Here's where you can go to unite and show support a year on from the disaster.
Hawke's Bay Commemorations for 1931 earthquake
Commemorations were held across Napier and Hastings for the 1931 earthquake.
'We need to take on these challenges': Massive rates hike forecast for Napier
Napier will get the chance for input, but costs are a challenge.
Talking Point: Hawke’s Bay councils need to leave ‘no stone unturned’ to find savings
Opinion: 2024 is shaping as the year of big rates rises in Hawke's Bay - here's why.
Kiwi actress will be Art Deco Festival's 'Chief Costume Officer'
The iconic Art Deco weekend has been postponed for three years.
Hawke’s Bay cruise ship season: No Stats NZ data for biggest ever
There is no Stats NZ cruise ship data, but local businesses say their own numbers speak.
Water restrictions in a near record-wet year: 'We need to rethink our approach'
Napier, Hastings and Waimārama are now under water restrictions - is this the future?
Museum pays tribute to late sculptor Paul Dibble
Two of Dibble's pieces among range of art purchased by MTG Foundation over the years.
Neighbours at war over barking Shih Tzu dogs
Ruby and Simba have been the subject of 17 complaints from three neighbours.
Napier's mature 'gumball' trees set for CBD chop
Two trees have had their day in Dalton St.
Suburban sport: Hawks help open new Napier court
Basketball court revitalises community hub.
Frank Golder's golden surveying years: The 80-year-old drone, laser and infrared expert
The land surveyor once worked with totara pegs he carved himself. It's different now.
Have your say on Napier council model
Councils nationwide are required to do a representation review every six years.