Hawke's Bay news
![Wairoa shooting: Resident frustrated after 'one police car' turns up](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Wairoa shooting: Resident frustrated after 'one police car' turns up
'You’d think with a shooting ... there would be an immediate response.'
![CHB Camellia Breakfast to celebrate 131 years since women got the right to vote](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
CHB Camellia Breakfast to celebrate 131 years since women got the right to vote
The breakfast is a fundraiser for BPW CHB Scholarships.
![Tararua District jobs taskforce meeting targets](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Tararua District jobs taskforce meeting targets
The jobs taskforce programme has had MSD funding approved for another year.
Our community
![CHB Sports roundup](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
CHB Sports roundup
To have your results published please email editorial@chbmail.co.nz
![Findex: Employment agreements play a vital role](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Findex: Employment agreements play a vital role
OPINION: The importance of robust individual employment agreements cannot be overstated.
![CHB horse riders add their numbers to international road safety awareness ride](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
CHB horse riders add their numbers to international road safety awareness ride
'A parked truck released its air brakes, causing her horse to shy on to the roadway.'
![Coco the dog available for adoption in Central Hawke's Bay](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Coco the dog available for adoption in Central Hawke's Bay
Looking to adopt a dog? Please contact animal services at CHB District Council.
![Learn more about the hundreds of stories behind one house's history](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Learn more about the hundreds of stories behind one house's history
Birth & Rebirth: The Story of the Hudson Family Home, Bethany Maternity Hospital and more.
![CHB Camellia Breakfast to celebrate 131 years since women got the right to vote](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
CHB Camellia Breakfast to celebrate 131 years since women got the right to vote
The breakfast is a fundraiser for BPW CHB Scholarships.
Premium
![Irene van Dyk hoping to lead a Hawke's Bay renaissance at NZ's national champs](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Irene van Dyk hoping to lead a Hawke's Bay renaissance at NZ's national champs
'My idea is to create a culture. I think we can upset a few teams.'
![Emma Twigg still has an oar in the water - this time winning bronze for Hawke's Bay](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Emma Twigg still has an oar in the water - this time winning bronze for Hawke's Bay
Emma Twigg's rowing career isn't over yet as she adds another medal to collection.
!['Looked good on paper': Apartment buyer wants $50k deposit back after development company liquidation](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
'Looked good on paper': Apartment buyer wants $50k deposit back after development company liquidation
A court has ordered a Napier company into liquidation and one apartment owner wants out.
![When your car becomes your coffin](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
When your car becomes your coffin
The farmer was found dead in the vehicle he’d complained had trapped him inside.
![The $225,000 job that's sat empty for nine months](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
The $225,000 job that's sat empty for nine months
Are you thinking of a change in career?
![Opinion: Crocetti heads stellar line-up for the Tarzino Trophy](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Opinion: Crocetti heads stellar line-up for the Tarzino Trophy
The feature race on first day attracts the cream of the weight-for-age gallopers.
Hawke's Bay Today videos
![Dannevirke identity's community contribution recognised](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Dannevirke identity's community contribution recognised
Pat Mills was part of the group that started the Dannevirke Settlers Cemetery walks.
![Hawke's Bay's transport network gets $657 million boost](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Hawke's Bay's transport network gets $657 million boost
'We are progressing the four-laning of the Hawke’s Bay Expressway.'
![Hawke’s Bay branch of the Royal Society partners up with House of Science for mini expo](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Hawke’s Bay branch of the Royal Society partners up with House of Science for mini expo
Royal Society's Hawke's Bay branch celebrates 150 years with a mini science expo.
![Warmer than average spring could be on the cards](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Warmer than average spring could be on the cards
Temperatures are likely to be average or above average for this time of year.
Tihei Kahungunu
![Tihei: Takiwātanga Wānanga held to support iwi-led approach](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Tihei: Takiwātanga Wānanga held to support iwi-led approach
Takiwātanga, the Māori word for autism, is a mana-enhancing term.
![Tihei: Te Kupenga Hauora Ahuriri celebrates 30 years](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Tihei: Te Kupenga Hauora Ahuriri celebrates 30 years
"Here we are, a jewel 30 years later, still serving the community.'
![Tihei: Justice programme welcomes new support roles](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Tihei: Justice programme welcomes new support roles
The Apanui Justice Programme was established in 2020.
Rural news
![Sara's side hustle is blooming](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Sara's side hustle is blooming
Sara Patetrson creates unique, handmade greeting cards using locally grown flowers.
![Generous rural spirit shines through tough times at stock donation drive](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Generous rural spirit shines through tough times at stock donation drive
About 370 sheep were donated by farmers from throughout the region.
![Bee Aware Month: Beeing there for our tireless workers](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Bee Aware Month: Beeing there for our tireless workers
The humble honey bee is critical for the survival of the planet.
Property News from OneRoof
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Car news & advice
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![Mustang 7th-gen: how Ford is 'doubling down' on the V8 (it's partly thanks to EVs)](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Mustang 7th-gen: how Ford is 'doubling down' on the V8 (it's partly thanks to EVs)
Mustang chief engineer Laurie Transou explains how Ford can continue with a pure-petrol V8
![Fernando Alonso takes delivery of custom Aston Martin Valkyrie](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Fernando Alonso takes delivery of custom Aston Martin Valkyrie
Some company cars are better than others...
![Michael Jordan’s Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 is up for grabs](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Michael Jordan’s Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 is up for grabs
The basketball legend’s ultra-rare Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 can be yours for a cool $1m.
More Hawke's Bay news
![Cheeky social media jabs follow Tasman's historic Ranfurly Shield win](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Cheeky social media jabs follow Tasman's historic Ranfurly Shield win
Tasman celebrate first Ranfurly Shield win as Hawke’s Bay face playful jabs.
!['What's my why?' - adult learning showcased at Tararua Reap](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
'What's my why?' - adult learning showcased at Tararua Reap
The tutors and staff at Tararua Reap get as much as they give from their adult learners.
![New highway will 'unlock the region'](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
New highway will 'unlock the region'
The new Te Ahu a Turanga Manawatū-Tararua will be a game changer for the district.
![Wai Splash upgrade developments a work in progress](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Wai Splash upgrade developments a work in progress
The new manager is keen to promote the benefits of exercise in the pool.
![Not so express: Christian Cullen no match for champion pie-eater at Pahīatua competition](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Not so express: Christian Cullen no match for champion pie-eater at Pahīatua competition
Wiremu (Moo) Wolland polished off nine pies in the allotted time of 10 minutes.
!['Wholehearted' support to fund memorial upgrade](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
'Wholehearted' support to fund memorial upgrade
A layby with a memorial to a camp that housed Polish children is getting an upgrade.
![Kiwi paddler Peter Cowan claims bronze in thrilling Paralympic canoe sprint debut](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Kiwi paddler Peter Cowan claims bronze in thrilling Paralympic canoe sprint debut
Cowan didn't know he had claimed a medal until almost a minute after the finish.
!['Looked good on paper': Apartment buyer wants $50k deposit back after development company liquidation](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
'Looked good on paper': Apartment buyer wants $50k deposit back after development company liquidation
A court has ordered a Napier company into liquidation and one apartment owner wants out.
!['Exquisite': National Geographic exhibition to open in Napier](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
'Exquisite': National Geographic exhibition to open in Napier
Visitors will dive deep into strikingly beautiful stories and images.
![When your car becomes your coffin](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
When your car becomes your coffin
The farmer was found dead in the vehicle he’d complained had trapped him inside.
![Mako beat Magpies: Tasman end Hawke's Bay's Ranfurly Shield tenure](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Mako beat Magpies: Tasman end Hawke's Bay's Ranfurly Shield tenure
Hawke's Bay fell at their fifth defence of the Log o' Wood in 2024.
![‘People shouldn’t have to put up with this s***’: Mayor takes aim at gangs after shooting](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
‘People shouldn’t have to put up with this s***’: Mayor takes aim at gangs after shooting
Police urge residents to report violence immediately after early morning incident.