Latest Hawke's Bay news
Arrest in Ariki Rigby case: Police charge man with murder of teen in 2022
Police make a breakthrough two years after the Hawke's Bay killing shocked the nation.
'Moved to tears': Bay tamariki share universal love of te reo
'They aren’t frightened or scared of it.'
CHB Daffodil Day blooming lovely
The funds raised will go directly to supporting cancer patients in Central Hawke’s Bay.
Large industrial building catches fire near Hastings, then cops a drenching
Flames and black smoke could be seen coming from inside the roof of the building.
40 years of 'lost' poetry compiled into one book
Poetry is not for everyone, but Bruce Bisset's book of poems will get everyone thinking.
Fringe in the ‘Stings: The Bay’s ‘best little arts festival’ is back
It looks a little different this year.
Work has finished on cyclone-damaged Makaretu River to protect Firstgas pipeline
The weakened river edge could deteriorate without intervention, risking the pipeline.
Hawke’s Bay bounces back at the national netball championships
Hawke's Bay did not play in the tournament last year.
Detours in place on Sunday as road closes for Central Hawke's Bay community clean-up
This year, the road will close for four hours, from 9am until 1pm.
'Part of the old network': Road damaged as Hastings water main bursts
Repairs are under way to return water to homes.
Opinion: Paranoia and laughter - the text from IRD looked like a scam, but it turned into a 'joke'
OPINION: 'Yes it was us that sent the text,' she said, as I started to get excited.
Arrests after Wairoa gang conflict: Guns, knives, drugs discovered
Woman suffers serious burns as a result of car fire.
Watch: Man fuming after ute sandwiches his parked car, then drives off
Jonzy Brandt's insurance had just run out - now his car is likely written off.
Family appeal for more information after car rammed
A ute rams Jonzy Brandt's unoccupied car during a late-night hit and run in Hastings. Video / Supplied
Snow warning for SH5 Napier-Taupō Rd; rain on way for Hawke’s Bay
A snow road warning has been issued for the highway.
'Blown away': Man buys wine bottles for $18,000 at auction, immediately gives them back
In a room of more than 300 wine enthusiasts, one man's act stood out on the night.
Health risks of eel toxins studied
Wairoa invited to take part in eel consumption survey to understand food safety risks.
New twist on old game for Woburn Aged Care residents
Teresa said she’s never seen Twister before 'but it’s lovely - such good fun.'
Cyclone-stricken pub named people's choice of best Hawke's Bay hospitality
A familiar name then claimed the supreme award in what is possibly its last year.
Eketāhuna stormwater project a pilot for district
Flow monitors are planned for the network to record data.
Make EIT standalone again: Hawke’s Bay mayors want region's polytech back in local hands for 2025
A workforce skilled by a well-run local polytechnic is needed more than ever, mayors say.
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'Honoured': Megan's 'small role' in book on Angus cattle
Megan Friel has been breeding Angus cattle for nearly 30 years.
Service veterans receive medals
It's felt that we often play down the role service members play.
Celebrating 30 years of helping rangatahi in district
The service grew out of a need to do something about teens' antisocial behaviour.
Sport Tararua rural travel fund applications double in financial year
Applications total about $60,000, but there's only $12,665 in the kitty.
Connect Tararua continues the battle for connectivity
Everyone agrees something needs to be done. The argument is who pays?
Woodville's Janelle finds rewards in fostering dogs
Giving up a foster might be hard, but there are rewards too.