Hawke's Bay news
Six60 concert postponed for eight months: 'The venue wasn’t up to scratch'
Concert venue says they're 'unable to present the show as we want' at this time.
Possible sightings of missing Napier siblings being investigated
Siblings Larelle and Rhyme remain missing, with loved ones concerned for their welfare.
Chefs gear up for a Hawke’s Bay meatball festival
Hawke’s Bay hosts NZ’s first meatball festival in Hastings.
Shearer dips out in record bid in Tararua
Jamie Skiffington didn't know when to give up.
‘A great social gathering’: Bridge Pā Wine Festival’s sunny success
Organisers plan the next festival for 2026, with tickets on sale mid-September.
‘Stabilised on scene’: Critical rescue after Ngāruroro River incident
A man has been left in a serious condition after boating incident on the Hawke's Bay river
New Zealand news
Last chance to see rare 'Atlas' comet over NZ skies
The comet will appear bigger on its return visit.
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'Avoid this area': Evacuations after gas main strike in Auckland
Auckland Transport said diversions were in place, affecting all traffic.
'Like walking around a European art gallery': Art collector's Napier penthouse hits market
Agent says prospective buyers are so fascinated, they're spending up to an hour inside.
‘Phenomenal’ teen cheerleader died of meningitis a week after starting dream job
'She got to live her dream for one week. It was so unfairly taken from her.'
‘Feeling good’: Napier MP Katie Nimon on pregnancy and priorities
The up-and-coming National political prospect is expecting her first baby.
Premium
How a 12-year-old Kiwi took home a medal at a world sailing regatta
Sometimes even the smallest people can make the biggest difference.
Defining moments poised for MTG’s 2025: Laura Vodanovich
A stellar year is on the cards for MTG.
John Jenkins: Hawke's Bay to the fore with Reefton win
OPINION: Fun Test scored a decisive win in a 1400m maiden race.
‘Mind the gap’ in your financial journey: Nick Stewart
Opinion: The 30-year span from retirement to life’s end requires careful planning.
Bit of a Mission: Why international artists aren’t coming to the Bay in 2025
A lull in Mission and stadium concerts in Hawke's Bay is likely to continue through 2025.
Tales from the back road: Charms and ruts of the 'scenic' route from Hawke's Bay to Wairarapa
Simon Burt decided to take the road less travelled. He found a book to write.
Hawke's Bay Today videos
Mascot race delights at Colgate Games in Hawke’s Bay
Swoop the Magpie, Hawky the Hawk, and Seamore the Seagull compete at the mascot race at the opening of the 2025 North Island Colgate Games at Mitre 10 Sports Park in Hastings.
Coastal litter sparks community concern
Awatoto and Te Awanga littered with rubbish, locals call for more bins. Video / Rafaella Melo
The Art Farm
A former mushroom farm turned creative hub for local artists hosts its first night market. Video / Rafaella Melo
Hawke's Bay driver wins New Zealand Stock Car Championship
Caleb Ireland, 22, was the only Hawke's Bay qualifier, but beat 219 others to the win.
How a 12-year-old Kiwi took home a medal at a world sailing regatta
Sometimes even the smallest people can make the biggest difference.
'Slight error with accelerator' results in police car crashing into fence
An alleged dangerous driver hits lamppost, police respond and crash patrol car at scene.
'We dug up graves': Kiwi lawyer on the cases that will always stay with him
Satchie Govender: 'They were having a barbecue while she was digging her own grave'.
Tihei Kahungunu
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
"Here we are, a jewel 30 years later, still serving the community.'
Tihei: Justice programme welcomes new support roles
The Apanui Justice Programme was established in 2020.
Rural news
Todd Muller: NZ's place in Trump's muscular trade stance
OPINION: I thought Trump would be a short-term phenomenon - I was wrong.
‘Nothing has changed, we have just added to it’: A&P show excitement builds
Dannevirke A&P Show returns in 2025 'bigger and better', with new events.
Winston Peters talks Trump on The Country
Winston Peters, Mike McIntyre, Jen Corkran, Sandra Matthews, Rowena Duncum.
Property news from OneRoof
Car news and advice
Leapmotor C10 scores 5-star safety rating
The latest eSUV to land here from China has excelled in safety testing.
Can Ford become the 'Porsche of off-road'?
Off-road vehicles account for 20% of Ford's sales, and it wants to double down on that.
Honda Civic SR e:HEV hybrid first drive: Ocean 11
Honda's new Civic gains hybrid technology and in-car Google. And a big price jump.
More Hawke's Bay news
'We dug up graves': Kiwi lawyer on the cases that will always stay with him
Satchie Govender: 'They were having a barbecue while she was digging her own grave'.
Defining moments poised for MTG’s 2025: Laura Vodanovich
A stellar year is on the cards for MTG.
‘It’s everywhere’: Influencers push back at $20,000 offer to promote online gambling
'We are counteracting that and saying to our people there is another way.'
John Jenkins: Hawke's Bay to the fore with Reefton win
OPINION: Fun Test scored a decisive win in a 1400m maiden race.
‘Mind the gap’ in your financial journey: Nick Stewart
Opinion: The 30-year span from retirement to life’s end requires careful planning.
Bit of a Mission: Why international artists aren’t coming to the Bay in 2025
A lull in Mission and stadium concerts in Hawke's Bay is likely to continue through 2025.
Tales from the back road: Charms and ruts of the 'scenic' route from Hawke's Bay to Wairarapa
Simon Burt decided to take the road less travelled. He found a book to write.
From MP to wellness guru: Anna Lorck’s radical new life
Lorck says her new life is a "contrast from the life that I was leading”.
Bullied prisoner slashes another inmate's face with razor from eye to chin
Reihana Cooper tied makeshift weapons to his hands before the attack.
Unity and resilience: What to expect at Waitangi Day commemorations in Clive
Waitangi Day at Clive's Farndon Park focuses on moving forward.
Thousands of homes planned for Hawke’s Bay, but there’s no extra water
'They won’t increase it as our population grows, so we all need to get better.'
Incoming rainmaker to sweep over Auckland, Northland
Heavy rain could also plague the Hawke's Bay and Gisborne on Tuesday.
‘Someday a fence won’t hold’: 13 crashes in five years on road to tourist hotspot
'They are speeding, a lot, every hour of the day, every day.'
Wyn Drabble: Why feel cheated by missing summer?
OPINION: 'We even had the heat pump on for the first two weeks of January.'