New ZealandWatch: Fly-through provides first glimpse of Hawke’s Bay Expressway four-lane planConstruction is expected to begin in late 2025, subject to funding and consents.03 Jun 04:16 AM
New Zealand'Distasteful': Last-ditch legal bid to stop crematorium beside supermarketA crematorium in the middle of the village is a burning issue for some in Havelock North.02 Jun 11:24 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely unacceptable': Police condemn speeding drivers on highwayNapier-Taupō highway traffic was constant in the first weekend of new 100km/h speed limit.02 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand$151k for a bed - but it's not for sleeping on'It is a very rare piece, not only for New Zealand, but also internationally.'02 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We were all feeling it': Emotional tribute to slain teen at league tournamentKaea's parents received the carved tewhatewha from the Pikiao team.02 Jun 06:59 AM
New ZealandHawks set for home game of the season despite weekend losses The Hawks haven't beaten the Rams since 2022, apart from in a pre-season game this year.02 Jun 04:29 AM
New Zealand'We are really rapt': Napier shelter secures $115k for pilot launchA fundraising movie night and auction raised over $13,000 last month.02 Jun 03:00 AM
Royals'An insult': King's honour recipient slams Govt abuse in care redress move'Why put more money into a system that’s not working?', abuse in care survivor says.02 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand82-year-old completes marathon swim for heart research fundraiserA bit of bad weather was not going to stop Kerry Anderson.02 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Most beautiful display': Locals marvel at southern lights spectacleThe Aurora Australis lit up Aotearoa's skies with orange, red and purple hues.01 Jun 11:47 PM
New ZealandVictim of SH5 crash between Napier and Taupō dies in hospitalPolice are continuing to make inquiries into the crash between a car and truck. 01 Jun 06:08 AM
New ZealandWild-born kiwi find causes a buzz in Hawke's Bay'Sure enough, here is this beautiful little bird hunkering down in a hole.'01 Jun 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe silhouette in the window: Fatal house fire mystery solved 50 years onFirefighters have pondered the fate of Fay Milne for five decades. Then an email landed.31 May 08:18 PM
EntertainmentDoco on Kiwi man Peter Beckett’s murder trial nominated at Canadian awardsHe was acquitted after nine years in prison, having been convicted of murdering his wife.31 May 07:00 AM
New ZealandTweed, balls and bands: Coolest festival in town, winter Art Deco, is backPlans include a Friday night Grand Winter Ball and a free Tweed Ride on Saturday.30 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand'A slap in the face': Tairāwhiti groups react to RMA forestry proposalsPublic consultation on Resource Management Act changes began on Thursday.30 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Heart of gold': Super Rugby star's moving tribute to slain teenHeartbroken family member of homicide victim says rugby hero's gesture was special.30 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandStrong wind warning for Hawke’s Bay - damage to trees, powerlines possibleA strong wind watch has been upgraded to a warning for much of Hawke's Bay.29 May 10:48 PM
New Zealand'Most incredible experience': MP's Budget day baby'We are completely smitten and feeling incredibly grateful for this new chapter of life.'29 May 09:45 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: 'Positive vibes only' - Kids' football festival set to paint Park Island pinkMore than 1000 kids and parents will dress in pink to promote positive sport behaviour.29 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Bloody beating': Pair found guilty of Javon Aranui's manslaughterThe jury deliberated for almost three days in case where the victim had 16 head injuries.29 May 04:27 AM
New ZealandCat owner told her missing moggie had been found – it was a lie that cost her hundreds'I was just so ecstatic that my cat had been found and I wasn’t thinking straight.'29 May 01:33 AM
New Zealand'Look up': Public urged to report missing monarch clusters in Hawke's BayNo winter clusters have been recorded in Hawke’s Bay, which once had multiple known sites.28 May 10:58 PM
New ZealandOne critically injured in ATV crash on rural property, WorkSafe at sceneEmergency services were called to Crownthorpe address on Thursday morning.28 May 08:39 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNew partners sought after sudden closure of Napier bar and restaurantGood George parts ways with its Napier site owner, which is in voluntary liquidation.28 May 06:08 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandImproving Māori health could boost Hawke’s Bay economy by $120m a year: study'Hawke’s Bay’s working-age Māori aren’t accessing health care early enough.'28 May 06:05 PM
New ZealandRep cricketer emailed club to play social footy, becomes National League sensation Meet the footballer who smashed Beauden Barrett's Bronco fitness test record.28 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandHBRC unveils new flood management plan for Wairoa RiverMayor Craig Little stresses the importance of mitigating flooding risks.28 May 12:58 AM
New Zealand'Vital role': Napier Library saved; plan to demolish aquarium hits snagNapier Library will remain open following community pushback at a shock plan to close it.27 May 04:42 AM
New ZealandFrom prison to gospel rap: Napier influencer Gzilla turns pain into purpose'Nobody’s too far gone ... If God can save me, he can save anyone.'26 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNapier facing a decline in cruise bookings - why?Napier is expecting a 25% dip in cruise visits compared to the booming 2023/24 season.26 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: If freezing works close, rural towns die. We need a plan to save themOPINION: The shape of traditional sheep and beef country has changed over the past decade.26 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'She is not going to prison': Woman avoids jail after cousin's fatal mattress fall from car roofJudge: 'You clearly are a good person who has done something you'll regret.'26 May 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Take a calendar to time us, not a stopwatch': Three brothers, six new hips, one epic challenge'We pulled each other through it, we are lucky as brothers.'26 May 03:56 AM
