New Zealand'Pride in our place': Locals rally for Hawke’s Bay Clean Up WeekCommunity helpers keep Central Hawke's Bay clean by clearing litter discarded on SH2. 30 Sep 10:59 PM
New Zealand'If I wasn’t going to be a farmer, I wanted to be a teacher'Farmer Greg Crombie combines passions to manage Smedley Station. 29 Sep 10:09 PM
New Zealand'Hankering for hill country': Smedley Station cadet mix signals changing timesOf the 13 cadets accepted into Smedley Station for 2026, seven are women. 23 Sep 11:34 PM
New ZealandCollaboration and conversation: Performing Arts Exchange coming to HastingsThe two-day programme features panels, workshops, pitch sessions and networking.23 Sep 02:26 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe plan to bring back a 'forgotten' lake in Hawke's Bay'It was kind of forgotten ... that’s why it is in a slightly degraded state.'17 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandFamily bereft as first-time mum dies at home of 'medical complications'The Hawke's Bay community is rallying to support newborn Charlie-Mae and her family.12 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandKeeping time alive: Waipawa couple’s clock shop keeps history tickingJim and Anne Greeff believe every tick tells a story of time.10 Sep 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Tsunami of aroha': More than 1000 signs put up supporting Māori wardsThe heart-shape signs are going nationwide.02 Sep 09:23 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandProfessional fundraiser on how she got Kiwis to donate $16m for overseas projectJenni Giblin is something of a fundraising phenomenon.27 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandThree days, 25 different gardens: Festival for green thumbs arrives in Hawke's BayAll proceeds from the first edition will go to Riding for the Disabled branches.27 Aug 03:20 AM
New ZealandUgly duckling? The mascot fiasco that has divided a small town for 30 years'I often get the blame from some people for the duck.' 26 Aug 07:26 AM
New ZealandCentral Hawke's Bay's speed dating for council wannabes, mayoral candidate conversationsLocal election candidates to take part in the event, aimed at connecting with CHB voters.19 Aug 09:09 PM
New Zealand'Meaningful difference in the world': Two Central Hawke's Bay export businesses on the riseCentral Hawke's Bay businesses Starboard Bio and Ovenden Seeds taste success at awards.13 Aug 12:35 AM
New ZealandIt might feel showery but winter has been a dry one in Hawke's Bay so far Some groundwater monitoring sites on the plains have recorded the 'lowest-ever' levels.11 Aug 06:21 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFamily on why kids should never be banned from farm work: 'It empowers them'Firewood, pest control, raising stock - Lewis, 14, and sister Esther, 12, do it all.06 Aug 12:26 AM
New Zealand'You never know when your last game might happen': BCITO connects sport and tradesThe BCITO connects athletes with apprenticeships for career starts and transitions.30 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandThe farm babysitter: 'You are human, you are allowed to have a break'Phil Thornhill is putting his skills to use and offering farmers a chance to holiday.09 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandNesting dotterels kept safe from large gravel extractions in the Waipawa RiverNesting right in the middle of the Tikokino work site, their four nests were undisturbed.01 Jul 11:59 PM
New Zealand'Felt right across the district': Police name victim of fatal railway track crash'Amberlee was part of our Pukeora Family and will be missed by all of us here.' 01 Jul 03:33 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Got up my nose': Florist told to stop playing tunes on phone while she works'I pay the rent on this shop, I pay rates on this shop, and I can’t even play music.'24 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandBelle of the ball: Shop owner gives away formal dresses and suits to high schoolersBelle Ward didn't go to her school ball because she couldn't afford it.18 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandA farming mother thought her sore leg was a sports injury - it was a potentially terminal cancerAlicia Brough was fighting fit – now she is fighting for her life. 16 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand'I couldn't make it better': Brave 3-year-old's terminal cancer battleLaura Taylor has 1420 beads of courage and turns 4 in July. That alone tells the story.13 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: Gown on the farm - teen fashions ball dress from feed sacks and baling twineOn The Up: Eve Hunter wanted to show the versatility of 'pre-loved farm waste'.12 Jun 01:55 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand2.2 million gone: Sheep numbers almost half what they once were in Hawke's Bay'It’s looking like it’s going to become an industry that is not sustainable.'08 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWaipawa chef with global experience chooses Elephant Hill for his next menuConor Mertens has cooked in Michelin-starred restaurants in Tokyo.03 Jun 05:45 PM
New Zealand'It's pumping': How a rural mother's catering venture became a community stapleA restaurant-quality meal, without travelling to town – it's a thriving business model.28 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandWith his late nephew's photo on his back, nothing could stop Mark Bean scaling the Sky Tower'He was a really neat kid, had a heart of gold, and he would've had a pretty good future.'26 May 03:28 AM
New Zealand'Most significant thing I'll ever do': The photo sessions capturing memories for bereaved familiesWhen Jackie Lowry is called to Hawke's Bay Hospital she knows it won't be a normal shoot.21 May 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Tragic loss': Talented teen rugby player killed in crash mourned'Rhys was a skilled sportsman and an exceptional young individual.'20 May 04:27 AM
New ZealandNine dead in six weeks in Hawke's Bay, grim road milestone loomsTwo people died in separate crashes on Kopu Rd and Racecourse Rd.18 May 10:29 PM
New Zealand'Passionate hunters': Youth gear up for game bird adventuresYoung game bird hunters win a weekend of hunting experiences and skill-building.13 May 04:07 PM
New Zealand'I like it a lot': Rural family amped for duck hunting seasonThe Slavin family have been counting down the days until the season opens.30 Apr 10:31 PM
New ZealandOn The Up: How opening a farm up to horses became a fundraising powerhouseWhat started as an opportunity for riders to get together grew into a fundraising 'beast'.29 Apr 09:40 PM
