Notorious gang member faces lengthy prison sentence after violent assault on elderly man
Mobster Puk Kireka kidnapped partner and attacked good samaritan.
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Plans for beachfront highway roundabout south of Napier
Road widening work will take place ahead of building the new Awatoto roundabout.
'Striking distance': Less than 60mm of rain needed for Napier to have wettest year yet
The Hawke's Bay city is on the cusp of breaking a rainfall record ahead of the weekend.
Goals set for Napier City Rovers after whistle blown on 2023
Squad depth is a work-on for next year as Napier City Rovers sign off on 2023.
Whale you wait: Curious orcas temporarily halt wharf work
A family took a swim into Ahuriri for lunch. Perhaps they'll stick around?
Have your say on Napier council model
Councils nationwide are required to do a representation review every six years.
Cruise control: Why Napier retailers love the sound of Australian accents
The first big cruise ship rolled into Napier with the right sort of passengers.
The 28th Māori Battalion unclaimed medals kaupapa completed in Napier
Forty-six sets of medals were presented to whānau in the final ceremony.
Person left in critical condition after crash in Te Puke
Traffic management is currently in place and the Serious Crash Unit has been notified.
Hawke’s Bay-based clothing brand Kilt to shutter its Napier factory
It is keeping stores open, but closing its Napier factory, which has at least 18 staff.
Supermarket swap: Napier’s two near-neighbouring Countdowns to become two Woolworths
Neither of the supermarkets separated by just one street in Napier are being sold.
In darkness, avoiding a sting, a million bees cross the Hawke's Bay border
This was what beekeepers had been desperate for after the cyclone flooded many hives.
Heavy rain warning for ranges of Hawke's Bay
Heavy rain is expected to fall over 24 hours, with 150mm in the ranges.
Revealed: The best business in Napier's CBD is a bar and eatery
Judges labelled the venue "the total package".
High-profile mobster admits to dealing meth in prison
Poutawa “Puk” Kireka has been in custody for over a year after bashing a good Samaritan.
Cruise ship with Covid, gastro outbreak to change passengers ahead of NZ visit
The large cruise ship will be the first big bopper to visit the local port this season.
Which National League football clubs are pushing young Kiwi talent the most?
Revealed: Which National League clubs give teenage footballers the most and least time.
‘Really thrilled’: Napier to feature on the world triathlon circuit
Tick off February 24-25 for the triathlon in Napier.
Buy-out meetings for cyclone hit properties under way
More than half have had first meetings with the special council office or are about to.
Cyclone Gabrielle still affecting Napier Port’s profits
A subdued log export market contributed to softer cargo volume.
'I miss her hugs, her kisses' - Mum of six stabbed to death in Napier sleepout
The man who stabbed Arohaina Henare to death has been jailed for life.
Mission Concert performance of a lifetime for Port Ahuriri kapa haka group
Anthony Stretch and his talented tamariki blew the crowd of 25,000 away.
Hamilton tech business wins contract with NZ Navy
The company will build a special training software for officers.
C.R. Avery: Prepare for a storm on stage
He has relentlessly toured the world for the last 26 years.
It's a bit unusual: Sir Tom Jones to headline show at Napier stadium
The 83-year-old Welsh crooner will be the first overseas headliner to play McLean Park.
Popcorn chicken: Robbie Williams concert meal a literal re-invention
A sweet and sour offering from a cook left one punter in stitches.
Frustrations over lack of Marewa pedestrian crossing lead to protest
Advocates say Napier's council has waited too long to improve safety for pedestrians.
In pictures: Robbie’s the angel of the Mission stage
“100/10. Great singing, great banter and a world-class entertainer.”
'Big blub': Singer Robbie Williams' emotional moment in New Zealand
The hitmaker took to Instagram to get candid about his emotional journey.
Putting Robbie Williams at the Mission was a match made in the mirror
REVIEW: 25,000 roared, many for eight hours, as a concert phenomenon continues.
'Simply a favour': Drug dealer gets extra time for arranging meth delivery to jail
His lawyer says it was for another prisoner and the deal was not for profit.
Are you entertained? The triumphant return of Robbie Williams
With a hit new doco and two sold-out NZ shows, the Robnaissance has begun.
Football: Family bragging rights up for grabs in National League showdown
Napier City Rovers captain faces brother and brother-in-law in Saturday showdown.
Police release name of competitor who died during Napier IronMāori
The 50-year-old died during the swim leg of the event.