PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMayor encourages public protest at Napier Health Centre over overnight health careOver 100 signed a health services 'Buller Declaration', and the mayor urged them to rally.14 Mar 02:31 AM
New ZealandLove at first meatball: 'There was chemistry across the bakery''As we were both quite young some of the conversations were a bit raunchy.'13 Mar 05:09 PM
New ZealandBlood moon to grace Hawke’s Bay skies during Friday’s lunar eclipseThe total eclipse will happen between 8pm and 8.30pm, ending at 11pm.13 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandEels returned to stream after being dumped at compost facility'Any live eels that have hitchhiked to BioRich are collected and returned to the stream.'13 Mar 02:02 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'A star is born': Teenager scores 40 points for the Hawks in NBL openerJackson Ball turned 17 this week.13 Mar 01:03 AM
New Zealand‘Limb-it-less’ combo conquer IronmanNZ with ‘pig-headed determination’A Bay woman has helped her friend become the first female amputee to complete IronmanNZ.12 Mar 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Iconic': The big plan for one of NZ's oldest rātā treesA conservation project the size of 88 rugby fields will surround it.12 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandSchool giving most of its 'inedible' lunches to a pig called CracklesCritics of the school say it should invest in some salt and pepper to make them tastier.12 Mar 02:39 AM
New ZealandNapier house fire treated as suspicious, police appeal for witnessesPolice are asking anyone who may have seen suspicious activity to come forward.12 Mar 02:35 AM
New ZealandMāori-owned businesses surpass 1000 in Hawke’s Bay"Māori-owned businesses often prioritise kaitiakitanga."12 Mar 01:45 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandStories of heroism unearthed as ‘long unseen' Dannevirke treasures go up for auctionA firefighter's sacrifice, and a Navy man's bravery - the back stories behind the medals.11 Mar 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDeveloper's plan to merge Hastings and Flaxmere with 2000 homes revealedDavid Colville says the ambitious plan is needed. An opponent says it is 'preposterous'.11 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandReversing truck topples Napier streetlightThe pole has been removed and will be reinstated at an NZTA contractor's cost.11 Mar 05:05 AM
New ZealandNapier healthcare services in the spotlight at public meetingAn opposition MP and city leaders are expected at Thursday night's meeting.11 Mar 02:46 AM
New ZealandBen Elton brings new show to Napier 'exploring the outer limits of human idiocy'The comedian tackles the pitfalls of AI and human stupidity.10 Mar 10:37 PM
New ZealandTakapau puts its hand up to save rugby clubThe Takapau rugby club has a history of 140 years, but was on the verge of folding.10 Mar 09:11 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay women take historic 100m national relay titleThe depth of Hawke's Bay sprinting talent was on show at the national championships.10 Mar 09:05 PM
New Zealand‘Well involved’ blaze: Person in hospital after overnight house fireFire crews from Napier and Hastings responded to the scene.10 Mar 07:05 PM
New Zealand'We’ve infused the Māori humour': Hastings man given the chance to voice Lord Farquaad'Doing it through Māori words, Māori flow and language, it's a totally different story.'10 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandHuntsman spider finds new home in NZA breed of Huntsman spider appears to be establishing itself in Napier.10 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandTriple treat: Cruise trio brings 5200 visitorsScores of passengers off the three ships thronged into the Emerson St shopping precinct.10 Mar 03:36 AM
New ZealandWairoa council’s outgoing CEO praised as interim leader steps in'He will still be in our community and we are looking forward to working with him.'09 Mar 11:28 PM
New ZealandPolice confirm no suspicion in Wairoa man’s deathEmergency services found him unresponsive on March 5 in Wairoa.09 Mar 10:55 PM
New ZealandPlanetary Healing Doctorate: Hawke’s Bay elder's global honour'We have a responsibility to treasure this knowledge passed on to us and to share it.'09 Mar 10:01 PM
New ZealandStudent in custody, another in hospital after serious ‘assault’ near Napier high school'The safety and wellbeing of our students and staff is our immediate priority.'09 Mar 08:07 PM
New ZealandPan Pac's rising electricity bill continuing to cause headachesPan Pac claims its main competitors in Canada have seen far lower price hikes.09 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandProminent liquor family buys Hawke's Bay Brewing Co brewery and neighbouring restaurantThe group says there is potential to take beloved 'Peach Bombs' and beers 'international'.07 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandA life spent 'going towards things that everybody else is running away from'Te Arohanui Cook is the first woman in a leadership role in brigade’s 110-year history.07 Mar 05:00 PM
Super Rugby‘Identified a few issues’: Super Rugby CEO addresses Fijian Drua travel problemsSuper Rugby Pacific held a 'thorough review' of the issues after the Drua shared concerns.07 Mar 02:57 AM
New Zealand'Best of the Bay': Hawke’s Bay couple spot gap in market for premium gift boxes'We just want to make it easier for everyone to experience the best of Hawke’s Bay.'07 Mar 01:47 AM
New Zealand'Not the time for pitching visionary projects': Councils suggest a strategic regional deal with GovtThe Cabinet plans to decide in May the first regions to progress.06 Mar 09:23 PM
New ZealandName suppression lifted for man accused of murdering Hastings fatherKeith Pati had arrived in New Zealand in 2024 to find a future for his family.06 Mar 09:16 PM
Super Rugby‘How is this even happening?’: Probe into Fijian Drua rugby team’s hellish journeyStar player questioned if NZ or Australian team would ever have to ride in back of truck.06 Mar 06:58 PM
New ZealandEels picked away at farmer’s injured leg - now he’s healed and planning to run a Coast to CoastSeven gruelling surgeries and a painstaking skin graft won't hold Harvey Nelson back.06 Mar 05:00 PM