Wairoa’s new officer-in-charge: ‘I thrive on a challenge’
'My policing has followed my footy, starting in the big city and moving to the provinces.'
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Hawke’s Bay sailing teens to train under Russell Coutts in Italy
From Napier shorelines to the lakes of Italy, under the tutelage of NZ yachting royalty.
'Like a pack of shivering bones': Jimmy the 7kg dog found months after cyclone is now 37kg
He was badly hurt and emaciated when found next to the destroyed Brookfields Bridge.
Former lauded Corrections staffer jailed for pressuring boyfriend's rape victim
Former Muldoon secretary and probation officer became involved with 'serious criminal'.
'Don't heckle very much': Irish comedian praises NZ's polite crowd culture
'I’m not massive on audience interaction, and I don’t think Kiwis are big on it either.'
Just the ticket: Ollie's train dream comes true
Sitting in the driver’s seat of a train is a dream come true for Ollie.
'Big shortfall': One family's insurance lesson after severe weather destruction
'Don’t just pay your bill and move on,' a previously under-insured farming family says.
The fine-sweeper: Hastings’ new warden on wheels armed with $73k of technology
Mobile Licence Plate Recognition technology implemented to lower parking warden abuse.
More information sought after Napier property shot at; car damaged
Police were alerted to the incident on June 30.
Back at the park – international cricket in Napier this summer
McLean Park has been staging one-day international cricket matches for more than 40 years.
Is this NZ's cheapest brew? How customers reacted to cafe selling coffees for $2
'I hear people tell me daily about the increased cost of living.'
March in Napier to challenge Government policies on nature
A Napier march protesting the Government's policies is expected to draw hundreds.
'Taste the passion': Winning Hawke's Bay rum nabs prime spot on Air NZ drinks list
Blair Nicholl said it was a 'nice little high-five moment' for him and his team.
He feared an injury would end his football career. Now he’s an inspirational leader
Napier City Rovers captain Jim Hoyle opens up on captaincy and commitment.
Man who scaled courtroom barrier to attack relative's murderer admits guilt
Arohaina Henare was stabbed to death by Moses Mohi Taua in 2022.
'I lived in my pyjamas': Multiple Birth Club's helping hands for new mums
'Leaving the house is just such a mission.'
'Engaging place to live and write': Hawke's Bay a literary hotbed for talented authors
Who wouldn't want to live and write in Hawke's Bay?
Denis O'Reilly: We can honour the Treaty by honouring each other
Opinion: 'How do we fuse rather than confuse?'
Big spike in leptospirosis cases in flooded areas
Of the 171 cases, 39 were in Hawke’s Bay in areas cyclone-affected.
Teenage dream? Two students working on courier company that delivers packages in one hour
Two talented Hawke's Bay teens think they can plug a big gap in the market.
Songs and Santa in the city for Midwinter Xmas
Napier's CBD was a hive of activity despite inclement weather.
Taradale triumph in penalty-heavy Maddison Trophy final
It's the champions' third cup title in four years.
'Unsettled': Showery spells set for Hawke's Bay this week
There will be some dry spells and normal winter temperatures.
Third-generation gang child on reporting her rapist to police
Bruce Wayne Hintz is facing up to 20 years in prison for child sex abuse.
Young musician set his sights on the big stage and won gold
Gabriel Rodrigues returns from the Los Angeles competition with a golden reward.
Solicitor-General declines police request to lay human trafficking charges against Hawke’s Bay man
Police believed they may have uncovered a migrant exploitation ring.
'I don't have any regrets': Solo mum of quadruplets plus one speaks on life after death of husband
Joanne Wills, mother of quadruplets, is grateful for the support after her husband died.
EIT Ideaschool break-in 'unacceptable', equipment taken from locked area
EIT was targeted three times over one weekend, institute says it won't impact students.
Hawke’s Bay news in brief: Hastings parking management to change
A camera in a car to monitor metered and timed parking areas in Hastings.
'We're just getting started': Wrestling success as Hawke's Bay set to host flyweight champs
Mighty Mitch Vs ACJ, who will win the wrestling bout?
Lotto kiosk not included in Hastings Pak’nSave upgrade
No more Lotto at Hastings Pak’nSave as supermarket renovations don't include the kiosk.
Avoiding corporate jargon: A personal take on language use
Saying the word “phlebotomist” aloud makes my lips go all funny.
NPC rugby: Some of the Magpies are flying – away
A squad is being put together for the Magpies NPC campaign, which starts on August 11.