Work to create a safer, better-connected Waipawa main street begins
The project is substantially funded by NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi.
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Cyclone-hit homeowners won't have to pay demolition costs
Hastings council's plan would have cost some homeowners about $25,000.
'Drying out rapidly': Hawke's Bay and Tararua fire restrictions in place as temperatures soar
“Rapidly" drying region has some unique firefighting challenges after the cyclone.
Court fight over: Multimillion-dollar film studio in Hawke's Bay given the go-ahead
A film studio's backers were preparing to walk away, but mediation proved successful.
Art Deco late show at Napier Soundshell
The Art Deco crowd stayed on late to enjoy music and dancing at the Sound Shell, Napier. Video / Warren Buckland
Blowhard Bush: Hawke’s Bay clay creation puts conservation and a cave-dwelling Māori family in the spotlight
The reserve is shrouded in mystery and secrets but is also a beacon for conservation.
'You've always got company': Out and about with a canine partner
Military working dogs fulfil a number of functions.
Dolly the Warhorse statue aimed for unveiling in 2026
The fundraising goes on for Dolly the Warhorse.
Biggest annual event in Pahīatua expected to attract 150 competitors
Competitors are expected from New Zealand, Australia and as far as Scotland.
Plans for 600 new homes in Napier still alive despite deadline miss
The project appeared all but dead last year, and has missed another deadline.
Woodville community comes together for Waitangi commemoration
There was a lot to see and learn in Woodville on Waitangi Day.
Power cut in Napier after car crashes into pole
A car hit a power pole knocking it over on to the street.
Rocket Lab successfully launches ‘world-first’ space junk mission for Japanese firm
Satellite launched from Mahia a first step towards cleaning up space.
Tararua district rentals becoming unaffordable
Rental affordability has dropped in the Tararua District. Why?
Norsewood Viking Festival brings a touch of the past
The popular Viking festival is in its fifth year.
Purple Poppy Day honours animals that have served in conflict
How Paddy, the Irish terrier, became a mascot in World War I.
'Stupidity at its best': Man spotted riding car bonnets on Expressway
The man fled on foot before police arrived and they are trying to find him.
In pictures: Art Deco Festival sees 'millions of dollars' injected into Napier economy
The best photos from the beloved festival, which has enjoyed a full return to Napier.
Hopes for no hitches in Waikare highway rebuild
Consent for a 4km highway deviation between Napier and Wairoa is being considered.
Snap up tickets to sumptuous F.A.W.C! before they sell out
Tickets are being bought from as far afield as the US.
'Zero chance of success': The teacher fighting false online promises of six-pack abs
'People would never consider learning how to play the piano by watching YouTube.'
Canny View: Teach your children about finance
OPINION: Financial lessons are valuable lessons.
Historic Hawke’s Bay: When gunshots, then laughter, rang out at a Napier beauty pageant
Fear of sharks in Napier was very real after a mauling, and manifested itself in 1934.
‘Critical’: Luxon wants new dams built across the country
'I'm deeply, deeply supportive of more water storage.'
Art Deco Festival beginner’s guide: Five things to try in Napier this weekend
The city has come alive for the Art Deco weekend. Here are five things to attempt.
Penguins are not sick, just moulting
DoC asks people to leave little blue penguins alone as they come ashore to moult.
Miscarriage of justice: Boy, 15, spent nearly a year in adult prison
Mistake deemed a miscarriage of justice in first Criminal Cases Review Commission result.
Sandra Hazlehurst says you can't rush residents into voluntary buyouts
Government wants things done quickly, but council says these complicated issues take time.
Hawke’s Bay burger battle: Which city does the humble pickle justice?
You can tell Toru Yamamoto knows his stuff and his passion for Japanese cooking shows.
Theatre review: ‘Secondary Cause of Death’ a primary cause for laughter
REVIEW: Thoroughly entertaining second show in a trilogy.
Woodville to boil water for days after possum found in treatment tank
Three consecutive days of clear testing are needed before the notice can be lifted.
From the MTG: Objects evoke feelings about our history
A cyclone is hard to collect material from as so much was contaminated.